5 Bedroom Townhome in Columbia, Lancaster County, PA

Discover incredible potential in this spacious end-of-row brick home located in the heart of Columbia Borough. Brimming with original charm, this property offers a rare opportunity for homeowners, renovators, or investors looking to bring new life to a well-located historic residence. The home features three finished levels, including a total of five bedrooms distributed across the upper floors, one full bathroom, and one partial bathroom. Generous ceiling heights, tall windows, and vintage detailing highlight the home’s classic character, while the expansive layout provides flexibility for multi-generational living or the potential to add a second kitchen.

The first floor includes a large formal living room, dining area, kitchen, laundry space, and half bath. The second level offers several bedrooms and a full bathroom with retro fixtures, while the third floor includes additional finished rooms that can serve as bedrooms, office space, or storage. A full unfinished basement with stone walls and workbenches adds even more usable space. Outside, a fenced backyard provides green space and alley access to a private two-car carport reserved exclusively for this property—a rare amenity in a home of this style.

Located just blocks from the Susquehanna River, Columbia River Park, antique shops, restaurants, and Route 30 access, this home is central to all that this revitalized river town has to offer. With a solid structure and a wealth of original detail, this is a property ready for transformation. Property will be offered at public auction on Thursday, August 7 at 4:00 PM. Pre-auction offers will be considered. Don’t miss your chance to unlock the full potential of this Columbia classic.  

By registering as a buyer and/or bidder on the property, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.

The live real estate auction will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4pm. On location bidding is available at the time of the auction. Online bidding is available starting on Friday, June 27 through the live auction happening at 4pm on Thursday, August 7. The auctioneer will stream live from HERE to sell the property.

This property is being offered free and clear of any liens and encumbrances with no warranties or guarantees in “As-Is” condition with all faults and defects. The sale is not subject to any contingency, including mortgage or inspection contingencies. Purchaser understands that any and all required or needed repairs, inspections, surveys, or permits are strictly and solely Purchaser’s expense and obligation.

There is a 10% buyer's premium paid by the buyer on the winning bid. The winning bid plus the 10% buyer's premium will comprise the total purchase price.

The real estate transfer taxes will be calculated on the total purchase price. The buyer pays both transfer taxes.

The property taxes are estimated to be $4,826 for the current tax year.

Any personal property remaining on the property at settlement transfers with the real property.

The property is being offered with a reserve and will be sold subject to seller’s confirmation.

The winning bidder will pay a $20,000 down payment and sign the Purchase Agreement and Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement at the conclusion of the auction.

Balance due at settlement. Settle on or before Monday, September 22, 2025.

If the purchaser fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this auction or the purchase agreement, the seller may retain the deposit as liquidated damages, and may proceed to make a resale of the property, either at public or private sale.

The seller and/or H.K. Keller has the right to reject any bids.

Only the registered bidder, POA or contracted agent may bid using the registered account, unless arrangements with H.K. Keller have been made.

If you are an online bidder and your bid wins the property, we will give you call regarding collecting the down payment as well as email a Purchase Agreement and Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement to sign electronically or to print, sign, scan and return via email. These documents should be completed and returned within two hours.

Online bidders will have 24 hours from the conclusion of the auction to pay the down payment via wire transfer or cashier’s check unless prior arrangements have been made with the H.K. Keller.

The signed Bidder Registration Form must be submitted to H.K. Keller by 10am on Auction Day, Thursday, August 7, for a brokerage representation to be acknowledged. All bidders whether in person or online must complete the form. Please email the completed form to [email protected].

Technical Issues: Neither the company providing the software nor the auction company shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason. In the unfortunate event of a DDOS attack or server attack/shut down, the auction company reserves the right, but is not required, to extend bidding time. To minimize the chance of being affected by internet or software issues, please use the “Max Bid” feature. Please contact Mike Keller at 717-725-2487 if you need assistance with the online bidding platform or need to bid over the phone.