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$278,791$209 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $150,000 on Feb 16, 2007

1286 RIDGE AVE

COLUMBIA, PA 17512
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,334 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$279K
$258K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Feb 16, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,752 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$120,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$120,700

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.Bi-Level
CountyLANCASTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Deck · 64 ft²Patio · 94 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
Park Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.8 mi
M
Columbia Middle School - Hill CampusD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Columbia High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Columbia Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17512These 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.120
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 100.63

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.20,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

1286 Ridge 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 less than 84% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Columbia 17512

What homes are worth in Columbia 17512

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

This home
$135K$740K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Columbia 17512.

How it measures up in Columbia 17512

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 17512.

Estimated value$278,791
CheaperTypical $310,114Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,334 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1286 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 17512Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,79139% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20954% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,334 ft²32% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac56% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than198476% of homes58% of homes

About 1286 Ridge Ave

How much is 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA is $278,791 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $257,545 to $300,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA last sell?

1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA last sold on Feb 16, 2007 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA?

1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,334 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA built?

1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA?

1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA is assigned to Park Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Columbia Middle School - Hill Campus (middle), rated D-; Columbia High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Columbia Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA compare to other homes in Columbia 17512?

Among the 5,985 homes in Columbia 17512, it is worth more than 39% of them ($278,791 against a typical $310,114), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($209 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,334 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1984 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 16% 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 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1286 Ridge Ave, Columbia, PA was $4,752. The county assessed it at $120,700.

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