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$429,405$255 / 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 97How 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
Last sold for $175,000 on Dec 28, 2011

251 MARGARET RD

RURAL VALLEY, PA 16249
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,686 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.
93.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$429K
$414K low$444K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Dec 28, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,893 (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.$69,780 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,360

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.180 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.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.Ranch
CountyARMSTRONG
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.93.24
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 540 ft²

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.

E
Elderton Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.7 mi
M
West Shamokin Junior-Senior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.3 mi

District: Armstrong School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 16249These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.2,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,200
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,718
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.45%

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How this home compares

251 Margaret 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 most valuable homes in Rural Valley 16249
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Armstrong County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Armstrong County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Armstrong County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Armstrong County

What homes are worth in Rural Valley 16249

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

This home
$56K$429K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Rural Valley 16249.

How it measures up in Rural Valley 16249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rural Valley 16249.

Estimated value$429,405
CheaperTypical $148,185Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,686 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,494 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size93.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 251 Margaret Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Valley 16249Armstrong County
Estimated valuepricier than$429,405almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25598% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,686 ft²67% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than93.24 ac97% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than195951% of homes65% of homes

About 251 Margaret Rd

How much is 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA is $429,405 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $414,401 to $444,409. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA last sell?

251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA last sold on Dec 28, 2011 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA?

251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,686 square feet of living space and a 93.24-acre lot.

When was 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA built?

251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA?

251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA is assigned to Elderton Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; West Shamokin Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Armstrong School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA compare to other homes in Rural Valley 16249?

Among the 871 homes in Rural Valley 16249, it is worth more than almost all of them ($429,405 against a typical $148,185), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($255 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,686 ft² against a typical 1,494 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (93.24 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1959 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Armstrong County, it is worth more than 97% 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 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 251 Margaret Rd, Rural Valley, PA was $5,893. The county assessed it at $69,780.

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