1281 E Allen Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
$239,900
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,794
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
10,019
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$239,900
List Date:
1/03/2026
Last Modified:
2/04/2026
Description
**OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, 1/18/26, 1-3 PM** This beautiful, conveniently-located split-level home sits in a quiet, established neighborhood near Medill Elementary, Thomas Ewing Jr. High, and Lancaster High School, with easy access to the Lancaster bike path, Kroger, Fairfield Medical Center, and popular local dining—an area that consistently draws strong demand. The upper level features three spacious bedrooms, a full bath, ample closet space, and newly refinished hardwood floors. On the entry level you'll find a generous living room, a kitchen designed for entertaining, and a charming enclosed side porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The walkout lower level provides additional flexibility with a potential 4th bedroom, second full bath, unfinished rec room, and laundry/utility area—offering room to add value over time. Recent updates, including a brand-new hot water tank, make this a solid opportunity whether you're looking for a comfortable primary residence or a smart long-term investment.
Supplements: ********
More Information MLS# 226000170
Location & Property Info
List Price/SqFt: 133.72
City (Mailing Addr): Lancaster
Corp LimitPerAuditor: Lancaster
New Construction: No
General Property Info
Baths F.H: 2
Manufactured Housing Y/N: No
Built Prior to 1978: Yes
SqFt Documented: 1794
Documented SqFt Source: Realist
ATFLS Source: Realist
HOA/COA Y/N: No
Comm Dev Chrg: No
Bedrooms: 3
Total Baths: 2
Full Baths: 2
Year Built: 1956
SqFt ATFLS: 1794
Acreage: 0.23
Tax Info
Tax Abatement: No
Taxes (Yrly): 2392
Parcel #: 05-34079-900
Tax Year: 2024
Remarks & Misc
Property Description: **OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, 1/18/26, 1-3 PM** This beautiful, conveniently-located split-level home sits in a quiet, established neighborhood near Medill Elementary, Thomas Ewing Jr. High, and Lancaster High School, with easy access to the Lancaster bike path, Kroger, Fairfield Medical Center, and popular local dining—an area that consistently draws strong demand. The upper level features three spacious bedrooms, a full bath, ample closet space, and newly refinished hardwood floors. On the entry level you'll find a generous living room, a kitchen designed for entertaining, and a charming enclosed side porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The walkout lower level provides additional flexibility with a potential 4th bedroom, second full bath, unfinished rec room, and laundry/utility area—offering room to add value over time. Recent updates, including a brand-new hot water tank, make this a solid opportunity whether you're looking for a comfortable primary residence or a smart long-term investment.
Addl Acceptance Cond
None Known: 1
Levels
Three: 1
Architectural Style
Split Level: 1
Common Walls
No Common Walls: 1
Bedroom Level
Beds UP1: 3
Full Baths Level
Full Baths UP1: 1
Full Baths Down1: 1
Living Room Level
Living R Entry Level: 1
Parking Features
No Garage: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Basement
Basement Y/N: No
Foundation
Block: 1
Eating Space Level
Eating S Entry Level: 1
Rooms
LL Laundry: 1
3-Season Room: 1
Eat Space/Kit: 1
Living Room: 1
Rec Rm/Bsmt: 1
Fireplace
One: 1
Gas Log: 1
Auction Info
Auction/Online Bidding Y/N: No
Heating
Boiler: 1
Gas: 1
Rec Room Level
Rec Room Down1: 1
New Financing
Conventional: 1
Air Conditioning
Central Air: 1
Utility Space Level
Utility Down1: 1
Interior Flooring
Wood: 1
Interior Amenities
Dishwasher: 1
Electric Range: 1
Gas Water Heater: 1
Accessible Features
Accessible Features - Form Required: No
Patio and Porch Features
Patio: 1
Exterior
Wood Siding: 1
MLS Primary PhotoSrc
Realtor Provided: 1
Printing Services
No Printing Services: 1
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Existing Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Green Features
Green Features Y/N - Form Required: No
Location Property Info
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Original List Price: 259900
List Price: $239,900
Street #: 1281
Street PreDirection: E
Street Name: Allen
Street Suffix: Street
County: Fairfield
State: OH
Zip Code: 43130
School District: LANCASTER CSD 2305 FAI CO.
Township: None
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
MLS Entry Date: 2026-01-03
Property Features
Levels: Three
Architectural Style: Split Level
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Addl Acceptance Cond: None Known
Parking Features: No Garage
Foundation: Block
Exterior: Wood Siding
Rooms: LL Laundry; 3-Season Room; Eat Space/Kit; Living Room; Rec Rm/Bsmt
Fireplace: One; Gas Log
Heating: Boiler; Gas
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Interior Flooring: Wood
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Interior Amenities: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Gas Water Heater
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
New Financing: Conventional
MLS Primary PhotoSrc: Realtor Provided
Printing Services: No Printing Services
Listing Office:
Keller Williams Greater Cols
Listing Agent:
Mike Aranda
Last Updated: February - 04 - 2026
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