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$484,603$243 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $226,000 on Feb 8, 2016

1053 HELEN AVE

LANCASTER, PA 17601
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,994 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$485K
$454K low$516K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$226,000 · Feb 8, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,455 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$230,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$230,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 80 ft²Patio · 24 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Schaeffer Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Manheim Township High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Manheim Township Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Manheim Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.57,354
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,688 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,409
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

1053 Helen Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Lancaster 17601

What homes are worth in Lancaster 17601

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$244K$994K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Lancaster 17601.

How it measures up in Lancaster 17601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 17601.

Estimated value$484,603
CheaperTypical $425,769Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,994 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 1053 Helen Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 17601Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$484,60364% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24350% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,994 ft²60% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac43% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than19398% of homes23% of homes

About 1053 Helen Ave

How much is 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA is $484,603 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $453,569 to $515,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA last sell?

1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA last sold on Feb 8, 2016 for $226,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA?

1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,994 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA built?

1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA?

1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA is assigned to Schaeffer Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Manheim Township High School (high), rated A-; Manheim Township Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Manheim Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA compare to other homes in Lancaster 17601?

Among the 17,479 homes in Lancaster 17601, it is worth more than 64% of them ($484,603 against a typical $425,769), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($243 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,994 ft² against a typical 1,746 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1939 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 72% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1053 Helen Ave, Lancaster, PA was $5,455. The county assessed it at $230,900.

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