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$55,850$80 / 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 55How 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

159 8TH ST

LANCASTER, OH 43130
1
Beds
1
Baths
696 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.
1881
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$56K
$31K low$81K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$145 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$13,010 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$37,160

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Traditional/Old
CountyFairfield
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 110 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Tarhe Trails Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
M
General Sherman Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Lancaster High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Lancaster City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 43130These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.155
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.65,767
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.402 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,531
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,725
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

159 8th St 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Lancaster 43130
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Fairfield County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Fairfield County
  • Among the oldest homes in Fairfield County

What homes are worth in Lancaster 43130

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

This home
$81K$697K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Lancaster 43130.

How it measures up in Lancaster 43130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 43130.

Estimated value$55,850
CheaperTypical $252,943Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,439 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1881
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 159 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 43130Fairfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$55,850almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$803% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than696 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than1881almost no homesalmost no homes

About 159 8th St

How much is 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH is $55,850 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $30,809 to $80,891. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH?

159 8th St, Lancaster, OH has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 696 square feet of living space.

When was 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH built?

159 8th St, Lancaster, OH was built in 1881, making it 145 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH?

159 8th St, Lancaster, OH is assigned to Tarhe Trails Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; General Sherman Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Lancaster High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Lancaster City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH compare to other homes in Lancaster 43130?

Among the 21,211 homes in Lancaster 43130, it is worth more than almost none of them ($55,850 against a typical $252,943), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($80 against a typical $184), it is bigger than 3% of them (696 ft² against a typical 1,439 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1881 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Fairfield County, it is worth more than almost no 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 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH?

The 2023 property tax bill for 159 8th St, Lancaster, OH was $145. The county assessed it at $13,010.

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