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$280,974$171 / 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 94How 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 $144,540 on Mar 3, 2016

251 RUTH AVE

WERNERSVILLE, PA 19565
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,644 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.
13.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$281K
$263K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$144,540 · Mar 3, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,506 (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.$94,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,300

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
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.191 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
CountyBERKS
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(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.

M
Wilson West Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Green Valley ElementaryC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Wilson High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Wilson School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19565These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.9,477
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,125
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.53%

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How this home compares

251 Ruth Ave 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 68% of homes in Wernersville 19565
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Wernersville 19565
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Wernersville 19565
  • Older than 80% of homes in Wernersville 19565

What homes are worth in Wernersville 19565

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

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$166K$755K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Wernersville 19565.

How it measures up in Wernersville 19565

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wernersville 19565.

Estimated value$280,974
CheaperTypical $330,883Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,644 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,720 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size13.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 251 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWernersville 19565Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,97432% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17131% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,644 ft²46% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.92 ac98% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than194020% of homes35% of homes

About 251 Ruth Ave

How much is 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA is $280,974 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $262,904 to $299,044. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA last sell?

251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA last sold on Mar 3, 2016 for $144,540, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA?

251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,644 square feet of living space.

When was 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA built?

251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA?

251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA is assigned to Wilson West Middle School (middle), rated A-; Green Valley Elementary (elementary), rated C-; Wilson High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wilson School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA compare to other homes in Wernersville 19565?

Among the 3,059 homes in Wernersville 19565, it is worth more than 32% of them ($280,974 against a typical $330,883), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($171 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,644 ft² against a typical 1,720 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (13.92 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1940 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 40% 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 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 251 Ruth Ave, Wernersville, PA was $1,506. The county assessed it at $94,300.

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