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$311,330$275 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

253 WALNUT ST

HOUSTON, PA 15342
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,132 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$311K
$282K low$341K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,670 (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.$200,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,000

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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

E
Allison Park Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Chartiers-Houston Jr. / Sr. High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Chartiers-Houston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15342These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.4,572
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,399 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,341
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,938
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

253 Walnut St 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 70% of homes in Houston 15342
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Houston 15342
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Houston 15342
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Houston 15342

What homes are worth in Houston 15342

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

This home
$87K$583K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Houston 15342.

How it measures up in Houston 15342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 15342.

Estimated value$311,330
CheaperTypical $255,816Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,132 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 253 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 15342Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,33070% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27595% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,132 ft²22% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac56% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than198373% of homes68% of homes

About 253 Walnut St

How much is 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA is $311,330 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $281,696 to $340,964. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA last sell?

253 Walnut St, Houston, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA?

253 Walnut St, Houston, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,132 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA built?

253 Walnut St, Houston, PA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA?

253 Walnut St, Houston, PA is assigned to Allison Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chartiers-Houston Jr. / Sr. High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Chartiers-Houston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA compare to other homes in Houston 15342?

Among the 2,101 homes in Houston 15342, it is worth more than 70% of them ($311,330 against a typical $255,816), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($275 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,132 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1983 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 67% 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 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 253 Walnut St, Houston, PA was $3,670. The county assessed it at $200,000.

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