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$347,471$280 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Feb 27, 2017

261 LONGFELLOW DR

LANCASTER, PA 17602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,242 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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

$347K
$322K low$373K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Feb 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,923 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$174,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$174,400

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
CountyLANCASTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.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 · 334 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.

M
Lincoln Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Wickersham Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
H
McCaskey High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Lancaster School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17602These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.53,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,054 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,667
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,149
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.57%

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How this home compares

261 Longfellow Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Lancaster 17602
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Lancaster 17602
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Lancaster 17602

What homes are worth in Lancaster 17602

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

This home
$141K$786K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Lancaster 17602.

How it measures up in Lancaster 17602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 17602.

Estimated value$347,471
CheaperTypical $324,304Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,242 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 3,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 261 Longfellow Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 17602Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$347,47156% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28092% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,242 ft²24% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac78% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197165% of homes44% of homes

About 261 Longfellow Dr

How much is 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA is $347,471 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $321,977 to $372,965. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA last sell?

261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA last sold on Feb 27, 2017 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA?

261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,242 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA built?

261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA?

261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA is assigned to Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated D; Wickersham Elementary School (elementary), rated C; McCaskey High School (high), rated D. All sit in Lancaster School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA compare to other homes in Lancaster 17602?

Among the 14,041 homes in Lancaster 17602, it is worth more than 56% of them ($347,471 against a typical $324,304), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($280 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,242 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 3,485 ft²) and it is newer than 65% of them (1971 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 38% 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 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Longfellow Dr, Lancaster, PA was $5,923. The county assessed it at $174,400.

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