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121 E King Street
Lancaster PA 17602

For Sale: $1,895,000.00 Active

List Date: 2026-01-08

Lancaster
3 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
9,180 build ft2
8,712 land ft2

About This Property

Experience a property of extraordinary distinction - one that stands alone in Lancaster City history. Bearing a rare and storied date stone, this is the oldest city townhouse in Lancaster, with origins dating back to 1762. Originally constructed by William and Elizabeth Bowsman, the sandstone Georgian townhome has been meticulously preserved, honoring its architectural integrity while seamlessly accommodating modern use. An extraordinary opportunity to own a luxurious residence and landmark property in the heart of vibrant Downtown Lancaster, this home is ideally positioned in the Central Business District just one block from Penn Square. Enjoy walkable access to an exceptional array of upscale restaurants, charming coffee shops, artisanal bakeries, boutique shopping, and cultural landmarks, including Lancaster Central Market, the courthouse, Fulton Theatre, and Ware Center - all mere steps away. The property offers exceptional mixed-use potential, with approximately 5,500 square feet of commercial space across the first and lower levels. The primary office space was thoughtfully designed by renowned architect C. Emlen Urban for Milton Hershey, intended to entice him to return his confectionery business to the area. A rare and invaluable amenity in the city, the property also includes a 14-car rear garage equipped with an EV charging station, further enhancing its appeal as a premier business opportunity in a prime commercial zone. Above the commercial space lies a magnificently restored 3,500-square-foot residence featuring three bedrooms, three full baths, and one half bath. Completely upgraded between 2015 and 2016, the home blends historic character with refined, metropolitan finishes. New Roof 2025. Soaring ceilings and an open, light-filled layout create a sense of effortless sophistication and residential comfort rarely found in the city. Combining unparalleled history, an irreplaceable downtown location, flexible commercial opportunity, and exceptional residential living, this is a truly singular offering - representing the very finest of Lancaster City living.

Listing Agent: Anne M Lusk. Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty 717-271-9339 aluskhomes@gmail.com

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Property Features

Location Information
County:
Subdivision: CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
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Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven - Double, Washer, Dryer
Interior: Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Laundry:
Furnished: None
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Water: Public
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplaces: 2
Windows:
Utilities:
Sewer: Public Sewer
Rooms
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Features: Flooring - Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Full Bath
Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Living Room
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Lighting - Recessed, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Chair Rail, Window Treatments
Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Crown Molding
Level: Main
Room Type: Sitting Room
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Lighting - Recessed
Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Countertop(s) - Granite, Crown Molding, Lighting - Recessed, Lighting - Pendants, Wet Bar
Level: Main
Room Type: Mud Room
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Built-Ins
Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
Level: Main
Room Type: Bathroom 2
Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Lighting - Wall sconces, Window Treatments, Built-Ins
Level: Main
Room Type: Laundry
Features: Flooring - HardWood
Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Window Treatments, Chair Rail, Lighting - Recessed, Lighting - Wall sconces, Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Wall sconces, Window Treatments, Countertop(s) - Granite, Crown Molding
Level: Main
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1762
Subdivision Name: Central Business District
Garage Spaces: 14.0
Schools
Elementary School: None
Junior High School: None
High School: None

IDXListing Courtesy of Anne M Lusk. Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International Realty 717-271-9339 aluskhomes@gmail.com

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