Property Attributes
- MLS#PALA2048970
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyLANCASTER
- CityLancaster
- AreaLancaster Twp
- NeighborhoodSchool Lane Hills
- Zip17603
- StyleManor
- Year Built1931
- Taxes$ 25425
- Price$ 1,795,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms3
- Sqr Footage7763
- Lot Size1.05 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Welcome to prestigious Leigh P. Helm Mansion located on a one-acre lot in one of Lancasters most well-known, historic, and picturesque neighborhoods, School Lane Hills. You will appreciate this timeless and sophisticated property highlighted by world class architecture and elegant designs. Open archways, custom trims, crown molding, elegant chandeliers, deep windowsills, and intricate gold hardware all add to an immaculate design. The home boasts six bedrooms, five full and three half baths, over 7,700 square feet of living space, as well as five fireplaces and two walk-in cedar closets. This Colonial Revival Mansion was built in 1931 and designed by local architect Melvern R. Evans of Lancaster. As you walk through the front door and into the elegant foyer, you will be enchanted by views of the grand staircase. Off the foyer is an oversized living room complete with hardwood floors and gas fireplace. A bright and relaxing sunroom shines with an exposed stone wall, heated marble flooring, and patio access. An archway leads to the pleasant wine bar that includes cabinet space, a wine fridge, and a sink and is conveniently located in between the gourmet kitchen and formal dining room. The stunning and popular chefs dream gourmet kitchen is a work of art by Bobby Herr Kitchen with an oversized 11-foot center island, granite countertops, and breakfast bar. Surrounding the island is a plethora of custom cabinets and counterspace, plus top of the line appliances including a six-burner gas range with vent, two dishwashers, a warming drawer, two refrigerator drawers, and built-in desk. Also highlighting the kitchen and a place everyone will want to congregate is the breakfast area with a lovely gas fireplace that overlooks the eye-catching patio. For more formal occasions, the oversized dining room is perfect and features hardwood floors, built-in display cabinets, and views of the gorgeous front lawn. A first-floor office is spectacular with its own gas fireplace, built-in shelves, and makes working from home a delight. Also on the main level are two powder rooms, a mudroom, and two staircases that lead to the second floor. The grand staircase in the foyer leads up to a spacious loft that can be used as a study. The second-floor hosts four bedrooms and four full baths and is home to the fabulous owners suite. A set of French doors lead into the owners suite sitting room that dazzles with hardwood floors, built-in storage, and views of the front lawn. The owners bath is elegant with dual vanities, walk-in stall shower, and a tub. The next staircase leads up to the third level containing a loft area with built ins, another bedroom, a large bonus room that could also be a bedroom, and a full bath. The finished lower level is lovely with a large rec room that could be set up as a game room, home theater or gym, a powder room, bonus rooms, and the spectacular temperature-controlled wine room with 2,000 bottle capacity. The exterior is phenomenal with an expansive front lawn and a fountain gracing the home. The back yard features open PA bluestone patios, a pergola, fountain, and fire pit. A detached three-car garage allows for parking and extra storage. You could even possibly convert the garage into a wonderful Carriage House with parking on the ground floor and quiet living quarters on the upper floor, ideal for guests or family staying over. The mansion with slate roof sits back on the lot with private gated entrance down a long lane. Outstanding location, close to dining, shopping, and entertainment. A short commute to Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster Country Day School, Franklin & Marshall College, as well as Buchanan Park. Schedule a showing of this special home today!
Price History | |
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4/25/2024 | Listed $1,795,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | Additional Stairway,Bar,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Cedar Closet(s),Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Family Room Off Kitchen,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen |
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Sewer | Public Sewer |
Heating | Forced Air,Baseboard - Electric,Steam |
Cooling | Central A/C,Wall Unit |
Possession | Settlement |
Roof | Slate,Metal |
Appliances | Commercial Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Exhaust Fan,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Water Heater,Washer,Dryer,Built-In Microwave,Icemaker,Instant Hot Water,Extra Refrigerator/Fr |
Exterior Features | Exterior Lighting,Flood Lights,Stone Retaining Walls,Water Fountains,BBQ Grill |
Zoning | RESIDENTIAL |
Garage Spaces | 3.00 |
Pool Y/N | No Pool |
Patio/Porch Features | Patio(s),Porch(es),Balcony |
Architectural Style | Manor |
Security Features | Security System,Smoke Detector,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) |
Construction Materials | Stone |
Year Built | 1931 |
Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
View | Street |
Levels | 2.5 |
Tax Year | 2021 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Cool Fuel | Electric |
Accessibility | Other |
County | LANCASTER |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Subdivision Name | SCHOOL LANE HILLS |
Garage Y/N | Yes |
Water Access Y/N | No |
Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
Status | ACTIVE |
Directions | From Lancaster: take Rte 23 W/Marietta Ave,driveway on the right in between N School Ln and Hamilton Rd |
ModificationTimestamp | 2024-04-28T09:30:58 |
City | LANCASTER |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 1.5 |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
MLS Area | Lancaster Twp (10534) |
Lot Size Square Feet | 45738.00 |
Tax Assessed Value | 974000.0 |
Waterfront Y/N | No |
Street Name | MARIETTA |
Tax Annual Amount | 25425.0 |
Structure Type | Detached |
Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
Price Per Sq Ft | 313.37 |
Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
Virtual Tour | https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pRPn8rpDKpo8g2J7Eww65r74lgD__8uG/view?usp=sharing |
Total SQFT | 7763 |
Days on Market | 6 |
Standard Status | Active |
Year Built Source | Assessor |
Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % Of Gross |
Interior Features
Heating Fuel | Electric,Natural Gas |
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Basement | Full,Fully Finished,Water Proofing System,Poured Concrete,Windows |
Flooring | Hardwood,Ceramic Tile,Marble |
Total Fireplaces | 5 |
Fireplace Features | Gas/Propane,Wood |
Hot Water | Electric,Natural Gas |
Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Window Features | Bay/Bow |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Above Grade Finished Area | 5728 |
Full Baths | 5 |
Half Baths | 3 |
Street Suffix | AVENUE |
Central Air Y/N | Yes |
Total Bedrooms | 6 |
Below Grade Finished Area | 2035 |
Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Foyer,Sun/Florida Room,Mud Room,Other,Office,Recreation Room,Bonus Room,Primary Bathroom,Full Bath |
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
Laundry Type | Upper Floor |
Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 6 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 2 |
Bathrooms Half Main Level | 2 |
Bathrooms Half Lower Level 1 | 1 |
Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels | 1 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 4 |
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 5 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4.00 |
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Total Baths | 8 |
Exterior Features
Fencing | Privacy,Invisible,Other |
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Parking Features | Shared Driveway |
Lot Features | Rear Yard,Level,Landscaping,Front Yard |
Water Source | Public |
Total Parking Spaces | 3 |
Garage Features | Garage Door Opener,Additional Storage Area |
Type of Parking | Detached Garage,Driveway |
Land Use Code | 130 |
Foundation Details | Other |
Water View Y/N | No |
Lot Size Acres | 1.05 |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Door Features | French |
Navigable Water Y/N | No |
Water Oriented Y/N | No |
# of Detached Garage Spaces | 3 |
Room Details
Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
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Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding,Walk-In Closet(s) | ||
Bedroom 3 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding,Walk-In Closet(s) | ||
Bedroom 4 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding | ||
Bedroom 5 | Upper 2 | Flooring - HardWood,Built-Ins | ||
Bonus Room | Lower 1 | |||
Bonus Room | Lower 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Bonus Room | Upper 2 | Flooring - HardWood | ||
Dining Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding,Fireplace - Gas,Chair Rail,Built-Ins | ||
Foyer | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding,Chair Rail | ||
Full Bath | Upper 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Full Bath | Upper 2 | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Double Sink | ||
Full Bath | Upper 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Full Bath | Upper 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Half Bath | Lower 1 | |||
Half Bath | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Crown Molding | ||
Half Bath | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Crown Molding | ||
Kitchen | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Island,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Double Sink,Countertop(s) - Granite,Built-Ins,Breakfast Bar,Crown Molding,Fireplace - Gas | ||
Living Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding,Fireplace - Gas,Chair Rail | ||
Mud Room | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Crown Molding,Built-Ins | ||
Office | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Gas,Built-Ins | ||
Other | Lower 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Primary Bathroom | Upper 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Double Sink,Built-Ins,Soaking Tub | ||
Primary Bedroom | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area,Built-Ins,Crown Molding,Balcony Access | ||
Recreation Room | Lower 1 | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Fireplace - Gas,Crown Molding | ||
Sitting Room | Upper 2 | Flooring - HardWood,Built-Ins | ||
Sitting Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood | ||
Sun/Florida Room | Main | Crown Molding,Flooring - Marble |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool