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$266,086$180 / 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 90How 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

196 RIVER RD

POTTSTOWN, PA 19465
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,480 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$266K
$240K low$292K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$303 (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.$67,090 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,090
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$67,090

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.60
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.100 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyCHESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

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
North Coventry Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.4 mi
M
Owen J. Roberts Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.4 mi
H
Owen J. Roberts High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Owen J. Roberts School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19465These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.19,068
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.536 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,441
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,153
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

196 River 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Pottstown 19465
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Chester County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Chester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Pottstown 19465
  • Older than 97% of homes in Chester County

What homes are worth in Pottstown 19465

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

This home
$285K$978K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Pottstown 19465.

How it measures up in Pottstown 19465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pottstown 19465.

Estimated value$266,086
CheaperTypical $489,446Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.85 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 196 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePottstown 19465Chester County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,086almost no homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1809% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,480 ft²20% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac13% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than18907% of homes3% of homes

About 196 River Rd

How much is 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA is $266,086 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $239,925 to $292,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA last sell?

196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA?

196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,480 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA built?

196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA?

196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA is assigned to North Coventry Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Owen J. Roberts Middle School (middle), rated B+; Owen J. Roberts High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Owen J. Roberts School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA compare to other homes in Pottstown 19465?

Among the 5,911 homes in Pottstown 19465, it is worth more than almost none of them ($266,086 against a typical $489,446), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($180 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,480 ft² against a typical 2,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.85 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1890 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Chester County, it is worth more than 4% 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 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 196 River Rd, Pottstown, PA was $303. The county assessed it at $67,090.

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