Open House: May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
287 DUKE ST
EPHRATA, PA 17522
$474,500
Beds: 4
Baths: 5 | 2
Sq. Ft.: 4,119
Type: House
Listing #pala2086720
Some homes check boxes. Others tell a story. Welcome to this distinctive residence in Ephrata--said to be known locally as the Gerhart Mansion--where early 20th-century craftsmanship meets a level of character that's increasingly rare to find. The main home at 287 Duke St. offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 half baths, with standout architectural details throughout. American Chestnut floors and trim--a material no longer commercially available--bring warmth and richness to the space, complemented by glass door knobs and brass room number plates that remain from its past use as a bed & breakfast. Zoned Residential This sale is for 287 Duke St. (Main House) & 43 W. Walnut St. (Carriage House) Square footage is estimated & rooms reflect both structures. The home's layout reflects the scale and flow of its era, offering spacious, well-defined rooms ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, while maintaining a strong sense of identity throughout. Adding to its versatility, the property includes a separate dwelling at 43 W. Walnut St., creating opportunities for extended living, private guest space, or potential income (buyer to verify permitted uses). Properties like this are rare--where character, flexibility, and story all come together in one offering.
Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX Evolved (717) 509-2880
Property Features
County: LANCASTER-PA
Municipality: EPHRATA BORO
Latitude: 40.18257
Longitude: -76.17173
MLS Area: Ephrata Boro (10526)
Subdivision: EPHRATA BOROUGH
Directions: corner of Duke & Walnut
Rooms: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Interior: Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Built-Ins, 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Efficiency
Full Baths: 5
1/2 Baths: 2
Has Dining Room: Yes
Has Family Room: Yes
Has Fireplace: No
Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil, Propane - Owned
Cooling: None, None
Floors: Hardwood
Laundry: Main Floor, Upper Floor
Water Heater: Electric, Oil
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Oven - Wall
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Accessibility: None
Style: Traditional
Is New Construction: No
Construction: Brick, Stick Built
Exterior: Outbuilding(s)
Foundation: Permanent
Roof: Rubber, Slate
Septic or Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable TV Available
Has Garage: No
Fencing: Board, Vinyl
Patio / Deck Description: Balcony, Porch
Lot Size in Acres: 0.29
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 12,632
Zoning: RES HD
Has Waterfront: No
Has Water Access: No
School District: EPHRATA AREA
ListDate: 2026-05-05 00:00:00.0
Possession: Negotiable, Settlement
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Detached
Levels: 2.5
Year Built: 1925
Status: Active
Active Adult Community: No
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Amount: $4,641.89
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Inclusions: all appliances at property, in good working condition & being sold as-is
Square Feet Source: Estimated
Is A Condo: No
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