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$178,066$110 / 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 75How 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

242 BLACK CREEK RD

ASHLAND, PA 17921
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,620 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.
1.8 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.
3
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

$178K
$134K low$222K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,508 (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.$130,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,365
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$130,800

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.55
87
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.
63
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.
20
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.150 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.1 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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.80
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Tri-Valley Jr/Sr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.3 mi
E
Hegins-Hubley Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 11.5 mi

District: Tri-Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17921These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,354
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.204 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,968
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

242 Black Creek 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 67% of homes in Ashland 17921
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Schuylkill County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Schuylkill County

What homes are worth in Ashland 17921

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

This home
$28K$388K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Ashland 17921.

How it measures up in Ashland 17921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 17921.

Estimated value$178,066
CheaperTypical $125,518Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1.8 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 242 Black Creek Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 17921Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,06667% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11064% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²60% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.8 ac91% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than189019% of homes11% of homes

About 242 Black Creek Rd

How much is 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA is $178,066 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $134,429 to $221,703. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA?

242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 1.80-acre lot.

When was 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA built?

242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA?

242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA is assigned to Tri-Valley Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C; Hegins-Hubley Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Tri-Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA compare to other homes in Ashland 17921?

Among the 2,814 homes in Ashland 17921, it is worth more than 67% of them ($178,066 against a typical $125,518), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($110 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1.8 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1890 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 59% 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 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 Black Creek Rd, Ashland, PA was $6,508. The county assessed it at $130,800.

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