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$236,661$135 / ft²
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Last sold for $192,000 on Jul 25, 2016

270 POTOKA MINE RD

RUFFS DALE, PA 15679
0
Baths
1,750 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.
4.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$237K
$214K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$192,000 · Jul 25, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,078 (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.$31,510 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,430
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,510
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$31,510

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.56
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.159 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
CountyWESTMORELAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.40
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Southmoreland High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
E
Southmoreland Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 4.2 mi
M
Southmoreland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.0 mi

District: Southmoreland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15679These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.3,545
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

270 Potoka Mine Rd 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 69% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Westmoreland County

What homes are worth in Ruffs Dale 15679

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

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$49K$491K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679.

How it measures up in Ruffs Dale 15679

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruffs Dale 15679.

Estimated value$236,661
CheaperTypical $186,310Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,367 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size4.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 270 Potoka Mine Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuffs Dale 15679Westmoreland County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,66169% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13544% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,750 ft²75% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.4 ac81% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than198150% of homes55% of homes

About 270 Potoka Mine Rd

How much is 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA is $236,661 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $214,414 to $258,908. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA last sell?

270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA last sold on Jul 25, 2016 for $192,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA?

270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA has 1,750 square feet of living space and a 4.40-acre lot.

When was 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA built?

270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA?

270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA is assigned to Southmoreland High School (high), rated C+; Southmoreland Primary Center (elementary); Southmoreland Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Southmoreland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA compare to other homes in Ruffs Dale 15679?

Among the 1,323 homes in Ruffs Dale 15679, it is worth more than 69% of them ($236,661 against a typical $186,310), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($135 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,750 ft² against a typical 1,367 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (4.4 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1981 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Westmoreland County, it is worth more than 58% 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 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 270 Potoka Mine Rd, Ruffs Dale, PA was $4,078. The county assessed it at $31,510.

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