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$260,689$169 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

178 TOWER RD

NEW RINGGOLD, PA 17960
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,544 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.
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$261K
$242K low$279K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$250,689
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$200,551
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.4%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$10,000
ALLENTOWN FCU · recorded Jun 22, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,216 (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.$225,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,425
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,200

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 384 ft²Shed · 144 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
West Penn Township Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Tamaqua Area Sr High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi
M
Tamaqua Area Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi

District: Tamaqua Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17960These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.149
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,877
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,721
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

178 Tower Rd 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 more than 77% of homes in Schuylkill County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Schuylkill County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Schuylkill County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Schuylkill County

What homes are worth in New Ringgold 17960

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

This home
$121K$688K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in New Ringgold 17960.

How it measures up in New Ringgold 17960

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Ringgold 17960.

Estimated value$260,689
CheaperTypical $317,848Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 178 Tower Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Ringgold 17960Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,68932% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16937% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²44% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac57% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198148% of homes81% of homes

About 178 Tower Rd

How much is 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA is $260,689 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $242,174 to $279,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA last sell?

178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA last sold on Dec 29, 1994, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA?

178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA built?

178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA?

178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA is assigned to West Penn Township Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Tamaqua Area Sr High School (high), rated C+; Tamaqua Area Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Tamaqua Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA compare to other homes in New Ringgold 17960?

Among the 1,439 homes in New Ringgold 17960, it is worth more than 32% of them ($260,689 against a typical $317,848), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($169 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1981 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 77% 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 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 178 Tower Rd, New Ringgold, PA was $11,216. The county assessed it at $225,200.

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