WHAT CASTELLUM REALTY OFFERS Are you in the market for finding a home in Lancaster, Pennsylvania? Let us help make that transition as smooth as possible. Harley Davidson friendly realtors! LANCASTER PA REAL ESTATE BLOG Whether you are a first time buyer or an experienced investor, you will find useful information about how to choose the "right" property, making an offer, negotiating, financing, mortgage rates, moving, and everything involved in making an informed real estate decision in todays market. Please feel free to browse through our blog to explore the Lancaster County communities of Lancaster, PA. Communities such as Stonehenge, Waterford, Bent Creek, Blossom Hill, Gez's Woods, Mondamin Farms and School Lane Hills to name a few. This comprehensive Online tool offers direct acces... 11/18/2008

1625 Brookhaven Drive, Lancaster, PA 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms on 1 Acre offered at $225,000 Manheim Township home with cathedral ceilings, central air, gas fireplace, & 2 car garage. Set on fantastic spacious lot. This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker.   To see this home contact us today.  jgeoghan@yourlancasterhome.com     11/17/2008

 Bordered on the southside by Manor Ave / Millersville Pike and on the north by King St / Columbia Ave. Although the area around F&M college is often referred to as "the west end" historically it was called Chestnut Hill, more on that in another post.  See a neighborhood map on Lancaster City Living's website. The architecture of the area breaks down into two types. Victorian row houses, duplexes and detached houses. There are two Lancaster School District Elementary schools:  James Buchanan Elementary School located on South West End Ave and Wheatland Middle School located on Hamilton Park Drive. Two parks in this area are: Crystal park on the 500 block of First St and Rodney park on Crystal and Third Streets.   A few churches here are Glad Tidings Temple (Caroline and Crystal Streets)... 11/14/2008

119 Canterbury Turn, Lancaster, PA 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms offered at $449,00 Impressive home offers dramatic foyer, beautiful kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, formal dining room & formal living room with vaulted ceiling. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout entire main floor. 3 car garage & walkout, daylight basement ready to be finished. This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com    717-951-5552 Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/12/2008

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I recently posted about a family member of mine who had a sudden heart attack. It was a shock to us all, but luckily he is recuperating well after having an emergency quadruple bypass surgery. I appreciate everyone’s concern and patience while I was gone for about a week to help take care of my family’s needs. It was also a wake up call that I’m probably not as young as I think I am or feel, and that I along with the rest of my family need to really start listening to our bodies. My mother suffers from heart disease, and now that my brother in law had a heart attack I’ve realize that this is not just something that happens to my parents’ generation. So, I started doing some research and thought I would share some websites and information that I found: Please note that this is not inten... 11/11/2008

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843 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms offered at $127,900 Completely Remodeled! Refinished HW floors, new carpet, new interior & exterior doors. Fresh paint throughout. Stained wood doors & trim on the 3rd floor. 2 new closets for a total of 6 closets in the whole house. New kit cabinets, countertops, sink, & appliances. New balcony & side landing. New light fixtures. Within walking distance to school. 2 Off street parking spots. Across from park This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. jgeoghan@yourlancasterhome.com   11/11/2008

394 Highland Dr, Mountville, PA 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms offered at $214,900 Very nice cape cod for the most discerning buyer. 6 year old furnace & AC. Newer flooring, windows, doors & appliances! Vinyl fenced yard with new expansive deck. Fin. walkout LL family room with/FP & tile floors. New vinyl siding 2008. Move in ready! This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professional, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com    717-951-5552 Click here to search homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/11/2008

77 West Roseville Road, Lancaster, PA 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms offered at $250,000 This Beautiful Manheim Township home is in a great location. New kitchen with granite countertops, tile back splash, and tile floors. New Bamboo hardwood floors and a new deck! This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com    717-951-5552 Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/11/2008

10 N Market St, Lancaster, PA 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms offered at $155,000 Upscale downtown living 1/2 block from the new convention center & walking distance to everything happening downtown. Excellent views from every room, over 20 windows overlooking Lancaster City. The unit is completely updated, new kitchen, new HVAC & tile throughout. Don't miss this great opportunity. AHS home warranty included. This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com    717-951-5552 Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/07/2008

222 E New St, Lancaster, PA 2 Unit home offered at $149,900 2 unit currently.Second and third floor renovated.New Carpet to be intalled on second and third floor.Ceramic tile to be completed in entry.Rents in the same block reflect projected amounts of $900 for 2 floor and $600 for the first floor.# to 4 off street parking spaces.Brand new appliances 2nd floor unit.Newer tilt windows.Seperated heating sources.Upper floor forced air gas,1st floor electric This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com    717=951-5552 Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/07/2008

43 Farm Lane, Lancaster, PA 17603 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms offered at $169,720   1st Floor Living - Low Maint - 2 Car Garage - Visit Southern Village- Carefree Living at its best! Model Open 12-5 Friday thru Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 4-7 or by appointment. Features include Gas Fireplace, Cathedral Ceilings, Garage attic Storage, Kitchen Island, Plenty of cabinets, master bath and more! Pick your cabinets & flooring. brian@cbselectpros.com     717-951-5552 This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/05/2008

This great townhome is close to everything and the sellers are offering 2% closing cost assistance. 766 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom     Nestled in among stately row homes is 766 Marietta Ave, your retreat from the lively bustle of city life- where you can relax on the patio with a cup of coffee or entertain close friends in the elegant first floor. Located on the west end within blocks of everything, this 1885 beauty is ready and waiting for a loving owner to call their own. For photos and info visit www.766Marietta.com. jgeoghan@cbselectpros.com      717-735-8402 11/05/2008

While we're all looking forward to winter (or maybe not so much), some are still trying to decorate their homes and yards with the excess pumpkins that are left over from halloween (eg. the ones that AREN'T smeered all over the roads). Locally in Pennsylvania, this tradition continues as can be seen here. Before you go buy a pumpkin you should know how many varieties there are. While i'm not about to tell you the latin names of each type, i will instead show you in a series of pictures just how many variations occur in nature.  Fun for kids of all ages (adults too) Enjoy, and please don't hesitate to decorate one for Active Rain :) Status: Currently sold out :( All photography is  © VkDesigns LLC. 2005-2008   11/05/2008

106 Norlawn Circle, Lancaster, PA, 17601 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms offered at $165,000 This wonderful townhome in Hempfield schools boasts of 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Master suite, open floor plan, bright kitchen with plenty of cabinetry and counter space, , 1st floor laundry, high efficiency gas heat and central air. finished family and1 car Garage. Convenient location to Route 30 and 283. This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. brian@cbselectpros.com     717-951-5552 Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/04/2008

Do you "Know What's Below"?  Many people are deciding to stay put and make improvements to their current home.  But, did you know that before you expand that deck, add that addition or install that fence, you need to "Call Before You Dig"? Underground utilities on your property can cause a serious accident if you are not aware of where they are buried.  You could have underground utilities in your front yard, on your side yard, or across areas of your backyard.  Before you do any work outdoors, including planting trees or shrubs, you need to Call Before You Dig ! Calling "811" on your phone will take you to the new, nationally-mandated utilitiy hotline to report what your plans are and where you plan on digging.  This should be done at least 3-10 days before your projected dig date.  Ut... 11/04/2008

School Lane Hills features incredible architecture by some of the most famous builders in Pennsylvania. It is located close to Lancaster along Marietta Avenue in and around Presidents street and furthermore conveniently within reach of the AMTRAK train station. School Lane Hills continues to be a sought after suburban neighborhood due to it's lack of traffic through it's streets all of this despite it's proximity to urban areas. This can be attributed to it's natural buffer; Conestoga Creek. It is also in part due to the athletic fields of Marshall and Franklin College. Thanks to these buffer zones, pedestrians can walk at will around these local streets without incident. This area has homes ranging from 500k to over 2 million.  It is truly one of the most historic areas of the United ... 11/03/2008

Estate style living in manheim township in the Northern reaches of Lancaster. Large palacial lawns on massive acreage. It's not uncommon to see 2 story homes with 4 car garages in this community. These homes are built towards the homeowners needs. Each home was built around the homeowner's lifestyle.  Most of these homes therefore have an out of state feel when compared to the usual Victorian Style made so common to this area.  Most of the homes in Stonehonge are custom builder showcase homes by renowned construction companies. Companies such as Simeral Construction and Costello whose projects were designed for the Parade of Homes. These are argueably simply the nicest new construction homes these builders built in the Lancaster County area in the last 10 years. Stonehenge prices range... 11/03/2008

1625 Brookhaven Drive, Lancaster PA, 17603 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms offered at $225,000 Manheim Township home with cathedral ceilings, central air, gas fireplace, & 2 car garage. Set on fantastic spacious lot. brian@cbselectpros.com    717-951-5552 This home offered as a courtesy of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, co-operating broker. Click here to search all homes in Lancaster, PA. 11/03/2008