Lancaster's Trusted Real Estate Expert

Abby Knarr is one of the top-rated real estate agents in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She works with Keller Williams Elite in Lancaster, holds a 5.0 average client rating from 120+ closed transactions, and has 11 years of experience serving Lancaster County buyers and sellers. She has earned the Keller Williams Elite Individual Closed Volume / Closed Units Award for top-tier production. You can reach her directly at 717-606-8114.

Look for an agent who works Lancaster County full time, can show recent closed sales in your specific township or borough, and explains pricing with a written comparative market analysis rather than an opinion. Ask how many transactions they closed in the past year, how they market listings, and how they handle multiple-offer situations. Confirm agency and compensation in writing before you tour homes. Abby Knarr provides all of this in a free, no-pressure consultation.

In Pennsylvania, buyer agency compensation is negotiable and must be agreed to in writing before an agent shows you homes. Historically the seller's listing agreement offered compensation that covered the buyer's agent, and that is still common, but it is no longer automatic. Buyers should expect a written buyer agency agreement that states the fee and who pays it. Abby reviews compensation up front so there are never surprises at the settlement table.

Manheim Township — including Grandview Heights, School Lane Hills, and Bent Creek — is the most sought-after suburban area, largely for its school district. Lititz offers a nationally recognized walkable downtown in the Warwick School District. Read the full guide to living in downtown Lititz at /blog/living-in-lititz. Lancaster City's Chestnut Hill and Historic District attract buyers who want walkability and historic architecture. Ephrata, Elizabethtown, and Willow Street deliver more land and lower price per square foot while staying within 30 minutes of the city.

Abby Knarr has 11 years of experience in Lancaster County real estate, 120+ closed transactions, and a 5.0 average client rating. She is licensed in Pennsylvania and affiliated with Keller Williams Elite at 5139 Main Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520, and is a recipient of the Keller Williams Elite Individual Closed Volume / Closed Units Award.

Abby serves all of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, including Lancaster City, Lititz, Manheim Township, Ephrata, Elizabethtown, Willow Street, East Petersburg, and Mount Joy. She represents both buyers and sellers, from first-time purchases to luxury listings and investment property.

Many buyers put down between 3% and 20%. FHA loans start at 3.5%, and several PHFA programs offer down-payment assistance for qualified Pennsylvania buyers.

Conventional loans generally start around 620, FHA around 580. I can connect you with local lenders who will map out a plan if you're not quite there yet.

From accepted offer to closing typically runs 30 to 45 days. Home searching itself varies — some clients find the one in a weekend, others in a season.

Yes. Pre-approval sharpens your budget and makes your offer credible in a competitive Lancaster County market.

Plan on roughly 2% to 5% of the purchase price, covering lender fees, title, transfer tax, and prepaid escrows.

The right time is when your finances and life align. I'll show you real county data so the decision is informed, never rushed.

A full comparative market analysis of recent sales, active competition, and buyer demand — then a strategy built for your timeline.

Usually paint, lighting, decluttering, and curb appeal deliver the highest return. I'll walk your home and prioritize only what pays back.

Not always. Many homes shine with light restaging of existing furniture, which is included in my listing service.

Well-priced Lancaster County homes are averaging under two weeks on market, though condition and location shift that.

Typically 6% to 8% including commissions, transfer tax, and title fees. You'll receive a net sheet before we list.

It depends on your equity and comfort with contingencies. We'll model both paths and pick the one with the least risk for you.

Yes — from small multifamily to long-term rentals, including cash flow analysis and local property management referrals.

Editorial photography, twilight and drone imagery, a dedicated property website, and paid social distribution on every listing.

We'll review buyer agency and compensation up front and in writing so there are never surprises at the table.