Listed By:
Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty
Address
1207 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA
Price
$ 1,795,000
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
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
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
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
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
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

Property vs Single Family Average in 17603

Price
AVG $480K
$1.8M
Taxes
AVG $6,261
$25,425
Visits
AVG 253
128
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1939
1931

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