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$407,628$163 / 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 93How 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 $290,000 on Feb 5, 2024

1235 W ROUTE 897

DENVER, PA 17517
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,508 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.
0.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$408K
$380K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$290,000 · Feb 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,864 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$194,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,400

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.Cape Cod
CountyLANCASTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.83
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 960 ft²Porch · 346 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
Cocalico Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
E
Denver Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.8 mi
H
Cocalico High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Cocalico School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17517These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,570
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.454 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,885
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

1235 W Route 897 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Denver 17517
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Denver 17517
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Denver 17517

What homes are worth in Denver 17517

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

This home
$217K$906K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Denver 17517.

How it measures up in Denver 17517

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Denver 17517.

Estimated value$407,628
CheaperTypical $395,690Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,587 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.83 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 1235 W Route 897 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDenver 17517Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$407,62854% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1637% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,508 ft²87% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.83 ac70% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195320% of homes30% of homes

About 1235 W Route 897

How much is 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA is $407,628 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $380,045 to $435,211. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA last sell?

1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA last sold on Feb 5, 2024 for $290,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA?

1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,508 square feet of living space and a 0.83-acre lot.

When was 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA built?

1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA?

1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA is assigned to Cocalico Middle School (middle), rated A; Denver Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Cocalico High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Cocalico School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA compare to other homes in Denver 17517?

Among the 5,659 homes in Denver 17517, it is worth more than 54% of them ($407,628 against a typical $395,690), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($163 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,508 ft² against a typical 1,587 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.83 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1953 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 55% 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 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1235 W Route 897, Denver, PA was $4,864. The county assessed it at $194,400.

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