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$196,331$182 / 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 $79,900 on Apr 23, 2002

261 E MAIN ST

HOWARD, PA 16841
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$196K
$185K low$208K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$79,900 · Apr 23, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,468 (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.$33,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$67,400

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.53
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
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.
11
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.112 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCentre
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric

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

E
Howard Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Bald Eagle Area Middle School/Sr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.9 mi

District: Bald Eagle Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 16841These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.7,143
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,058
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

261 E Main 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 less than 86% of homes in Centre County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Centre County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Centre County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Howard 16841

What homes are worth in Howard 16841

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

This home
$117K$757K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Howard 16841.

How it measures up in Howard 16841

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howard 16841.

Estimated value$196,331
CheaperTypical $269,496Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 1.38 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 261 E Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHoward 16841Centre County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,33121% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18253% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²22% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac2% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than198861% of homes62% of homes

About 261 E Main St

How much is 261 E Main St, Howard, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 E Main St, Howard, PA is $196,331 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $184,855 to $207,807. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 E Main St, Howard, PA last sell?

261 E Main St, Howard, PA last sold on Apr 23, 2002 for $79,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 E Main St, Howard, PA?

261 E Main St, Howard, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 261 E Main St, Howard, PA built?

261 E Main St, Howard, PA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 E Main St, Howard, PA?

261 E Main St, Howard, PA is assigned to Howard Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Bald Eagle Area Middle School/Sr High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Bald Eagle Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 E Main St, Howard, PA compare to other homes in Howard 16841?

Among the 2,269 homes in Howard 16841, it is worth more than 21% of them ($196,331 against a typical $269,496), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($182 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 1.38 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1988 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Centre County, it is worth more than 14% 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 261 E Main St, Howard, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 E Main St, Howard, PA was $2,468. The county assessed it at $33,700.

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