This quaint Ephrata home has been lovingly updated and has an adorable farmhouse style kitchen/dining area with a farmhouse sink, butcher block counters, tile backsplash, and brick flooring with updated stainless steel appliances. The rest of the home features 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors, an updated bathroom with bluetooth speakers on the main level, a partially finished basement for extra entertaining space- as well as an additional bathroom in the basement. Outside you can spend the evening enjoying the deck and outdoor fireplace overlooking the fenced in yard. This home offers your own little paradise while being close enough to make a quick trip to the store, downtown, or to hop on 222 and commute. Schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$234Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brad Zimmerman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
•717-393-0100 (broker)
•brendad@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Michelle Stangl• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Updated 3-bedroom home on almost a half-acre lot. Located on a gorgeous side street just before the town of Ephrata. This home features 2 full baths, fresh paint, refinished hardwood floors, custom double sink in the main bathroom. The basement features new carpet, a large unfinished room that could be turned into a 4th bedroom or over-sized work space.
BRIGHT MLS #1003461349
May 23, 2014
Sold
$120,500
$83/sq ft
Apr 24, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 8, 2014
Listed
$129,900
$89/sq ft
+42
Cozy rancher on half acre offers private yard. An inviting covered porch leads out from walk-out daylight basement! All appliances! New Flooring in Kitchen & Bath 2014. Kitchen upgrades within last 2-3 yrs: wall oven, sink, faucet & countertop. Quick occupancy available. There is a circular gravel driveway and possible access to the oversized garage. Home APPRAISED and INSPECTED March2014.
Public Records
Jul 28, 1999
Sold
$99,500
$69/sq ft
Public Records
May 29, 1996
Sold
$83,900
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,595 (+3.9%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2025
$3,460 (+2.8%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2024
$3,365 (+2.6%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2023
$3,279 (+2.3%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2022
$3,204 (+2.7%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2021
$3,121
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2020
$3,121 (+1.4%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2019
$3,077 (−16.0%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2018
$3,663 (+27.8%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2017
$2,866 (+2.6%)
$36,600 + $75,100
$111,700
2014
$2,794
$38,100 + $75,000
$113,100
Tax history for 183 Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,595 (+3.9%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2025
$3,460 (+2.8%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2024
$3,365 (+2.6%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2023
$3,279 (+2.3%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2022
$3,204 (+2.7%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2021
$3,121
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2020
$3,121 (+1.4%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2019
$3,077 (−16.0%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2018
$3,663 (+27.8%)
$51,300 + $95,000
$146,300
2017
$2,866 (+2.6%)
$36,600 + $75,100
$111,700
2014
$2,794
$38,100 + $75,000
$113,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,008
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
2705027000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $95,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Metal Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Composite, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $51,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,452
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $185
County Tax: $425
School Tax: $2,753
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $146,300
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,365
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: EPHRATA AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: From 222 head west on 322 towards Ephrata- Turn Right on Ridge Ave- Home will be on right.
Municipality: EPHRATA TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Lancaster County
APN: 2705027000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Highland El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Ephrata Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Ephrata Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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