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$628,113$237 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $40,000 on Mar 4, 2013

278 RIDGE AVE

MARS, PA 16046
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,646 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$628K
$551K low$705K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Mar 4, 2013
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.$331,113
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$264,890
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.46%
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.$297,000
DOLLAR BANK FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK · recorded Apr 2, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,014 (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.$32,320 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$31,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$32,320

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.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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.Conventional
CountyBUTLER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Mars Area High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Mars Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Mars Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.8 mi

District: Mars Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 16046These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.20,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.885 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,280
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$161,207
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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.Absentee owner
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

278 Ridge Ave 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 88% of homes in Butler County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Butler County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Butler County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Mars 16046
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Butler County

What homes are worth in Mars 16046

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

This home
$164K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Mars 16046.

How it measures up in Mars 16046

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mars 16046.

Estimated value$628,113
CheaperTypical $532,709Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,646 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,433 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 278 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMars 16046Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$628,11363% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23756% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than2,646 ft²58% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac83% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than201472% of homes87% of homes

About 278 Ridge Ave

How much is 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA is $628,113 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $550,947 to $705,279. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA last sell?

278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA last sold on Mar 4, 2013 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA?

278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,646 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA built?

278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA?

278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA is assigned to Mars Area High School (high), rated A; Mars Area Middle School (middle), rated B+; Mars Area Primary Center (elementary). All sit in Mars Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA compare to other homes in Mars 16046?

Among the 7,632 homes in Mars 16046, it is worth more than 63% of them ($628,113 against a typical $532,709), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($237 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,646 ft² against a typical 2,433 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (2014 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Butler County, it is worth more than 88% 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 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 Ridge Ave, Mars, PA was $1,014. The county assessed it at $32,320.

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