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$103,242
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 65How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

277 RAILROAD ST

RUFFS DALE, PA 15679
0
Baths
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$103K
$67K low$139K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$52,748
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$42,198
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.48%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,494
KEY BANK NA · recorded Mar 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,668 (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.$12,890 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,110
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,780
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,890

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
82
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.

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.0.80
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Southmoreland High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Southmoreland Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 2.6 mi
M
Southmoreland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

277 Railroad 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 Westmoreland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679

What homes are worth in Ruffs Dale 15679

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

This home
$50K$483K

This home is worth more than 16% 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$103,242
CheaperTypical $170,375Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

How 277 Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuffs Dale 15679Westmoreland County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,24216% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac25% of homes75% of homes

About 277 Railroad St

How much is 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA is $103,242 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $66,986 to $139,498. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA last sell?

277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA?

277 Railroad St, 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 277 Railroad St, 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 16% of them ($103,242 against a typical $170,375) and its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 1.36 ac). Measured against all of Westmoreland 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 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 277 Railroad St, Ruffs Dale, PA was $1,668. The county assessed it at $12,890.

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