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$134,187$74 / 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 87How 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 $64,000 on Nov 12, 2008

1721 FORSTER ST

HARRISBURG, PA 17103
5
Beds
1
Baths
1,822 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$134K
$117K low$152K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,000 · Nov 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,883 (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.$58,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDauphin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 345 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
Downey Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Harrisburg High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Camp Curtin AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Harrisburg City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17103These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.87%
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.26%
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.11,998
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,086 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,787
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,352
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

1721 Forster 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Harrisburg East
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Dauphin County

What homes are worth in Harrisburg 17103

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

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$51K$250K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Harrisburg 17103.

How it measures up in Harrisburg 17103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Harrisburg 17103.

Estimated value$134,187
CheaperTypical $116,978Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,822 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,742 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 1721 Forster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarrisburg EastHarrisburg 17103Dauphin County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,18769% of homes63% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7446% of homes49% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,822 ft²73% of homes69% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²73% of homes62% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190835% of homes44% of homes14% of homes

About 1721 Forster St

How much is 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA is $134,187 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $116,718 to $151,656. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA last sell?

1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA last sold on Nov 12, 2008 for $64,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA?

1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,822 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA built?

1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA?

1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA is assigned to Downey Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Harrisburg High School (high), rated F; Camp Curtin Academy (middle), rated F. All sit in Harrisburg City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA compare to other homes in Harrisburg 17103?

Among the 3,784 homes in Harrisburg 17103, it is worth more than 63% of them ($134,187 against a typical $116,978), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($74 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,822 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 1,742 ft²) and it is newer than 44% of them (1908 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Dauphin County, it is worth more than 13% 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 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1721 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA was $2,883. The county assessed it at $58,400.

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