Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in York, PA
Founded in 1962 by Dale Elfner, our company has grown from a small local operation to one of the oldest CENTURY 21 franchises in Pennsylvania. Three generations of the Elfner family have maintained a commitment to fairness, honesty, and personalized service while adapting to industry changes. Our team of York County residents brings deep local market knowledge to residential real estate transactions, including homes, farms, and investment properties.We expanded in 1978 to better serve northern York County and now offer the largest property management division in the region. Our values remain rooted in treating clients as we would wish to be treated, ensuring transparency and integrity in every transaction. With over 50 years of experience, we combine CENTURY 21's global resources with our community-focused approach to deliver exceptional real estate services.
Services
Residential Real Estate Sales
Property Management Services
Investment Property Sales
Home Selling Assistance
Condominium Management
Farm Property Transactions
Market Valuation Analysis
Relocation Services
First-Time Buyer Guidance
Foreclosure Prevention Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- Three generations of family leadership since 1962
- Largest property management division in York County
- 100% locally owned and operated by York residents
- Backed by CENTURY 21's global real estate network
- Proven track record in residential and investment property sales
Services
Residential Real Estate Sales
Our trained agents specialize in York County home sales, leveraging local market expertise to connect buyers with ideal properties. We provide comprehensive pricing analysis, professional photography, and targeted marketing strategies. Our team guides clients through every step from initial search to closing, ensuring smooth transactions and competitive pricing.
Property Management Services
We offer full-service property management for residential homes, apartments, and condominium complexes. Services include tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. Our local presence ensures prompt response to property needs while maintaining landlord-tenant compliance. With experience managing 21+ complexes, we maximize property value and owner returns.
Investment Property Sales
Our specialists help investors acquire and sell income-generating properties in York County. We analyze market trends, identify development opportunities, and negotiate optimal deals for multi-family units, commercial-residential properties, and land. Our data-driven approach considers cash flow potential and long-term appreciation to support investment goals.
Home Selling Assistance
From pricing strategy to closing, we provide comprehensive home selling services. Our marketing includes professional staging advice, digital campaigns, and access to CENTURY 21's global network. We prepare detailed market analyses, handle paperwork, and negotiate offers to secure the best possible sale terms for York County homeowners.
Condominium Management
We specialize in condominium association management across York County. Services cover budget planning, maintenance coordination, rule enforcement, and vendor management. Our team ensures compliance with legal requirements while maintaining property standards. With experience managing 21+ complexes, we balance resident needs with property value preservation.
People
Dale Elfner
Founder
Founded Dale Realty Co. in 1962 and established its community-focused approach. Served as guiding force behind joining CENTURY 21 in 1978 and expanding services to meet York County's evolving needs.
Wade Elfner
Partner
Joined the business in 1993, continuing family legacy. Focuses on maintaining core values while implementing modern real estate practices. Committed to personalized service and ethical business conduct in client transactions.
Nathan Elfner
Partner
Became partner in 2009, representing third-generation leadership. Combines traditional principles with digital marketing strategies to enhance property visibility and client experience across York County.
Questions
What real estate services do you offer in York County?
We provide residential home sales, property management, investment property transactions, and specialized services for farms and condominiums across York County.
How does your local expertise benefit clients?
As lifelong York County residents, our team understands local market trends, neighborhood values, and community resources to provide accurate pricing and strategic guidance.
What makes your agency different from corporate firms?
We're a family-owned business with three generations of local experience, combining CENTURY 21's resources with personalized, community-focused service.
Do you handle investment property transactions?
Yes, we specialize in investment properties including multi-family units, commercial-residential hybrids, and development land across York County.
How can I get a home valuation?
Contact our York office for a free comparative market analysis by our experienced agents to determine your home's current market value.
Reviews (4)
Lani Shaffer
Aug 29, 2021
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I would give zero stars if possible. We rented for a year and a half. At the showing the person showing us the house made a very inappropriate comment to my husband and I. They used awful contractors for anything they actually chose to fix. After we gave notice to move out, they asked if we could leave our key so they could show the house while we were still living there, because their spare was with a contractor. That was a lie because we found their missing spare key as we were moving out. A contractor from a year before had left the key down on our water heater, losing it. While living there
U. Way
Aug 06, 2021
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Critical:Quality
Applied for a unit that was $1350. Denied based on credit but score was a 674. Had a bankruptcy discharged and income over$100k. They use a credit system for approval instead of looking over the report themselves to make sure the denial is valid. Have excellent rental history. The denial did not make sense. Money wasted.
Applied for a unit that was $1350. Denied based on credit but score was a 674. Had a bankruptcy discharged and income over$100k. They use a credit system for approval instead of looking over the report themselves to make sure the denial is valid. Have excellent rental history. The denial did not make sense. Money wasted.
Deena Riggins
Jul 02, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Value
They are jokers!! Do not refer your family and friends here. All they do is take people's application fees and deny them for little stuff. And then wonder why their properties are up for rent for several months and barely have any tenants!! Landlords should definitely not go with these people if they want their places rented.
They are jokers!! Do not refer your family and friends here. All they do is take people's application fees and deny them for little stuff. And then wonder why their properties are up for rent for several months and barely have any tenants!! Landlords should definitely not go with these people if they want their places rented.
Malerie Ainge
Apr 19, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Value
Scams and harasses home owns. Allows and supports families to be unlawfully harassed and tries to use HOAs in a year of covid to sell peoples home. Stay away from this company and DO NOT use the as a realtor, they only care about lining their own pocket.
Scams and harasses home owns. Allows and supports families to be unlawfully harassed and tries to use HOAs in a year of covid to sell peoples home. Stay away from this company and DO NOT use the as a realtor, they only care about lining their own pocket.
