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    28 North 2nd Street Columbia, PA 17512

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    For Sale
    $599,900

    Circa 1900 building ideal for adaptive reuse project.

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    5,000 SF
    Price / SF:
    $119/SF
    Added:
    Nov 25, 2025
    Days on Market:
    156
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 8:56 pm

    Property Features for 28 North 2nd Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    5,000 SF
    Property subtype
    Office

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    Althea Ramsay Carrigan

    Listing agent Althea Ramsay Carrigan

    Listing office High Associates, Ltd. - Lancaster

    Listing date Nov 25, 2025

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    Overview

    Historic Building Awaiting Renovation

    This circa 1900 former Vigilant Fire Company building, once an Amvets Social Club, presents an ideal adaptive reuse project. The property is awaiting the right creative use and is suitable for entertainment, retail, and hospitality purposes, allowing one to enjoy the revitalization while appreciating the history. The building offers great river views from the upper floors. Located next to the new Hampton by Hilton Chip Factory Hotel, which is currently under construction, this historic building requires total renovation and is not able to be occupied as-is. A courtyard area and greenspace are present, potentially allowing for expansion to include modern services such as an elevator and ADA restrooms. The bulk of the building is not currently ADA compatible. The property is located on North 2nd Street in Columbia, PA, in the middle of the block, accessible by taking Locust Street west toward the river.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Storefront properties

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Columbia
    County
    Lancaster
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -76.5049
    Latitude
    40.0314

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Circa 1900 building ideal for adaptive reuse project.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 28 North 2nd Street Columbia, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $599,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Historic circa 1900 former Vigilant Fire Company building.; Ideal adaptive reuse project for entertainment, retail, or hospitality.; Great river views from upper floors.
    (717) 669-8861
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    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
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