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$155,055$134 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $60,500 on Sep 20, 2000

261 PENN ST

HIGHSPIRE, PA 17034
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,160 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$155K
$144K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,500 · Sep 20, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,397 (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.$57,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,600

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.22 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.1 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyDauphin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 40 ft²Patio · 40 ft²

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

M
Steelton - Highspire Middle / High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.0 mi
E
Steelton-Highspire Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.1 mi

District: Steelton-Highspire School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17034These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,832
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,583 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,396
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,148
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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.57%

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How this home compares

261 Penn 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 83% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Dauphin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Highspire 17034
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Highspire 17034

What homes are worth in Highspire 17034

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

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$104K$298K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Highspire 17034.

How it measures up in Highspire 17034

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highspire 17034.

Estimated value$155,055
CheaperTypical $169,843Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 261 Penn St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighspire 17034Dauphin County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,05532% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13455% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²31% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²19% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than198490% of homes66% of homes

About 261 Penn St

How much is 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA is $155,055 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $144,367 to $165,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA last sell?

261 Penn St, Highspire, PA last sold on Sep 20, 2000 for $60,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA?

261 Penn St, Highspire, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA built?

261 Penn St, Highspire, PA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA?

261 Penn St, Highspire, PA is assigned to Steelton - Highspire Middle / High School (middle), rated D-; Steelton-Highspire Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Steelton-Highspire School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA compare to other homes in Highspire 17034?

Among the 900 homes in Highspire 17034, it is worth more than 32% of them ($155,055 against a typical $169,843), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($134 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1984 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Dauphin County, it is worth more than 17% 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 Penn St, Highspire, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 Penn St, Highspire, PA was $3,397. The county assessed it at $57,600.

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