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$136,896$102 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Apr 17, 2023

16 JAMES ST

KELAYRES, PA 18231
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,341 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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.

Valuation

$137K
$109K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,651 (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.$144,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

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
McAdoo Kelayres Elementary/Middle SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18231These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.0%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,189
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,202
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

16 James 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.

  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Kelayres 18231
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Kelayres 18231
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Kelayres 18231

What homes are worth in Kelayres 18231

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

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$72K$258K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Kelayres 18231.

How it measures up in Kelayres 18231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kelayres 18231.

Estimated value$136,896
CheaperTypical $156,890Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,341 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 16 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKelayres 18231Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,89636% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10262% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,341 ft²32% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²9% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than193077% of homes56% of homes

About 16 James St

How much is 16 James St, Kelayres, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 James St, Kelayres, PA is $136,896 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $109,248 to $164,544. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 James St, Kelayres, PA last sell?

16 James St, Kelayres, PA last sold on Apr 17, 2023 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 James St, Kelayres, PA?

16 James St, Kelayres, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,341 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 16 James St, Kelayres, PA built?

16 James St, Kelayres, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16 James St, Kelayres, PA?

16 James St, Kelayres, PA is assigned to McAdoo Kelayres Elementary/Middle School (elementary), rated D-; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated D. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 James St, Kelayres, PA compare to other homes in Kelayres 18231?

Among the 177 homes in Kelayres 18231, it is worth more than 36% of them ($136,896 against a typical $156,890), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($102 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,341 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1930 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 46% 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 16 James St, Kelayres, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 16 James St, Kelayres, PA was $6,651. The county assessed it at $144,400.

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