1428 Center Road, Lancaster, PA 17603 $1,159,000

Beds/Baths: 5/3.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 4,891
Acreage: 0.76
Age:65 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PALA2067130
Subdivision: School Lane Hills
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Spacious & Elegant Home in Prestigious School Lane Hills. The beautifully landscaped .76-acre lot is shaded by mature trees and vibrant gardens, creating a tranquil outdoor retreat. Step into this beautifully maintained, quality 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offering 4,513 Sq. Ft. of comfortable living space in the serene neighborhood of School Lane Hills. The welcoming open slate foyer invites you into a grand sun-filled living room with windows featuring a panoramic view. The rich hardwood floors and recessed lighting accentuate the classic brick fireplace — perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Discover the elegant flow into the versatile library with its wall of built-in book shelves. Adjacent sits the convenient first-floor sunroom with a wet bar and patio access, ideal for work or relaxation. Enjoy making culinary creations in the Quality Custom Cabinetry kitchen. The kitchen boasts a center island, Corian countertops, an additional pantry, and stainless steel appliances. The cozy breakfast nook, illuminated by a skylight, is marvelous for casual meals and enjoying warm sunshine. French doors lead into the formal dining room with it’s Bay window, built-in display cabinet, hardwood floors, chair rail, and crown molding, it provides an inviting space for larger gatherings. Entertainment is effortless with a large first-floor family room off the kitchen, featuring a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, built-in bookshelves, generous storage, and access to a oversized stamped concrete patio — superb for outdoor entertaining. A special highlight is the separate private living area, perfect as in-law quarters with its own private entrance, porch, patio, two bedrooms, and a full Jack & Jill bath — offering privacy and comfort for guests or extended family. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a private bath, walk-in closet, and plenty of additional storage. Two sizable bedrooms with double closets and a full hall bathroom. The basement consists of a large finished room and two additional storage rooms. Plenty of parking with the attached 2-car garage and additional off-street parking spaces. The separate backyard storage shed is convenient for all your gardening needs. This exceptional home offers a perfect balance of spacious entertaining areas and cozy family comfort — a true gem awaiting its new owners. The School Lane Hills neighborhood is a prestigious well-established community located 2 miles West of Lancaster City. This impressive home is conveniently located near Lancaster Country Day School and the New School Montessori. It offers easy access to downtown Lancaster and minutes from Routes 30, 283 and 222.

Primary Bed: 23 X 17 - Upper 1
Primary Bath: 11 X 9 - Upper 1
Bathroom 2: 11 X 6 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 17 X 14 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 14 X 14 - Upper 1
Foyer: 12 X 8 - Main
Living Room: 25 X 16 - Main
Library: 16 X 14 - Main
Sun/Florida Room: 17 X 13 - Main
Kitchen: 17 X 11 - Main
Dining Room: 16 X 14 - Main
Family Room: 29 X 15 - Main
Half Bath: 8 X 6 - Main
Foyer: 13 X 5 - Main
Bedroom 4: 19 X 12 - Main
Bedroom 5: 13 X 12 - Main
Bathroom 3: 12 X 5 - Main
Recreation Room: 27 X 14 - Lower 1
Taxes: $21,119
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: School District Of Lancaster
Elem. School: Buchanan Mid. School: Wheatland High School: Mccaskey Campus

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Heat Pump(s), Radiant Heating, Electric, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Has Laundry, Main Floor Laundry, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Full Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Poured Concrete , Basement Sump Pump, Carpet Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Slate Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Bay/Bow Windows, Low-E Windows, Replacement Windows, Storm Windows, Vinyl Clad Windows, Double Hung Windows, Sliding Windows, French Doors, Sliding Glass Doors, Storm Doors

Exterior
Block Foundation, Composite Roof, Shingle Roof, Brick Exterior, Masonry, Vinyl Siding, Patio(s), Porch(es), Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower

Lot
Front Yard, Landscaping, Level Lot, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, SideYard(s), Suburban, Paved Road

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Public Elementary (25 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Smith-Wade-Elementary Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.22 mi
Wharton Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.24 mi
Rohrerstown Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 Lancaster 1.37 mi
Fulton Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.57 mi
Ross Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.65 mi
Lafayette Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.68 mi
Carter and MacRae Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.89 mi
Brecht School Manheim Township School District K–4 Lancaster 1.92 mi
Price Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 1.99 mi
Hamilton Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 2.04 mi
King Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 2.21 mi
Eshleman Elementary School Penn Manor School District K–6 Millersville 2.42 mi
Martin School Lancaster School District Preschool–8 Lancaster 2.56 mi
Wickersham Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 2.59 mi
Washington Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 2.64 mi
Bucher School Manheim Township School District K–4 Lancaster 2.65 mi
Schaeffer School Manheim Township School District K–4 Lancaster 2.72 mi
Burrowes Elementary School Lancaster School District Preschool–5 Lancaster 2.96 mi
Centerville Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 Lancaster 3.12 mi
Hambright Elementary School Penn Manor School District K–6 Lancaster 3.18 mi
Nitrauer School Manheim Township School District K–4 Lancaster 3.52 mi
East Petersburg Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 East Petersburg 3.57 mi
Neff School Manheim Township School District K–4 Lancaster 4.21 mi
Mountville Elementary School Hempfield School District K–6 Mountville 4.61 mi
Landisville Pri Center Hempfield School District K–3 Landisville 4.76 mi

Public Middle (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Reynolds Middle School Lancaster School District 6–8 Lancaster 1.09 mi
Wheatland Middle School Lancaster School District 6–8 Lancaster 1.12 mi
Jackson Middle School Lancaster School District 6–8 Lancaster 2.58 mi
Lincoln Middle School Lancaster School District 6–8 Lancaster 2.84 mi
Manor Middle School Penn Manor School District 7–8 Lancaster 3.11 mi
Centerville Middle School Hempfield School District 7–8 Lancaster 3.26 mi
Landis Run Intermediate School Manheim Township School District 5–6 Lancaster 4.37 mi
Manheim Township Middle School Manheim Township School District 7–8 Lancaster 4.58 mi
Landisville Intrmd Center Hempfield School District 4–6 Landisville 4.7 mi
Landisville Middle School Hempfield School District 7–8 Landisville 4.93 mi

Public High (5 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
La Academia Partnership Charter School La Academia Partnership Charter School 6–12 Lancaster 2.33 mi
Phoenix Academy Lancaster School District 6–12 Lancaster 2.41 mi
McCaskey Campus Lancaster School District 9–12 Lancaster 2.57 mi
Penn Manor High School Penn Manor School District 9–12 Millersville 3.06 mi
Manheim Township High School Manheim Township School District 9–12 Lancaster 4.47 mi

Private (19 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Lancaster Country Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Lancaster 0.69 mi
New School Montessori Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Lancaster 0.89 mi
River Rock Academy - Lancaster Nonsectarian 9–12 Lancaster 1.16 mi
Sacred Heart School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lancaster 1.16 mi
Wonder Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–K Lancaster 1.92 mi
Chesterbrook Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–K Lancaster 2.25 mi
Way Of Jesus Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–10 Lancaster 2.3 mi
Resurrection Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lancaster 2.37 mi
Lancaster Catholic High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Lancaster 2.42 mi
The Jenkins School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Lancaster 2.85 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Lancaster 3.18 mi
Montessori Academy Of Lancaster Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Lancaster 3.64 mi
Wee Care Day School Nonsectarian Ungraded East Petersburg 3.77 mi
New Story Nonsectarian K–12 Mountville 3.95 mi
Lancaster County Christian School-West Lampeter Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–6 Lancaster 4.12 mi
Anchor Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 7–12 Lancaster 4.16 mi
Blue Rock Mennonite School Mennonite 2–10 Lancaster 4.4 mi
Dayspring Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Mountville 4.66 mi
Lancaster Mennonite School New Danville Mennonite Preschool–5 Lancaster 4.66 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Lancaster (17603), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 23
  • Average salary of people in this community: $41,417

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 2,128
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.47
  • Households w/ Children: 58%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,354 (53.7%)
  • Rented: 10,900 (40.8%)
  • Vacant: 1,453 (5.4%)
  • Total: 26,707

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 64,242
Households: 25,254
Median Age: 35.00

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
  • Some High School: 9.7%
  • High School Graduate: 32.2%
  • Some College: 16.2%
  • Associate Degree: 7.8%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 19.2%
  • Graduate Degree: 10.8%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $55,067

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $654
  • One Bedroom: $765
  • Two Bedroom: $1,039
  • Three Bedroom: $1,177
  • Four Bedroom: $1,282

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Chris Habecker Real Estate , (717) 872-5407, thabecker@yahoo.com

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Listing data as of 5/16/2025.

1428 Center Road, Lancaster, PA 17603

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