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$316,108$140 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $72,000 on May 30, 1985

278 S WEST ST

CARLISLE, PA 17013
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,256 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$316K
$292K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$72,000 · May 30, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,882 (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.$161,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCumberland
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

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

E
Mooreland Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Lamberton Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Carlisle Area High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Carlisle Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17013These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.21%
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.37,954
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.924 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,166
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,396
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

278 S West 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Carlisle 17013
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Cumberland County

What homes are worth in Carlisle 17013

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

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$121K$644K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Carlisle 17013.

How it measures up in Carlisle 17013

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carlisle 17013.

Estimated value$316,108
CheaperTypical $276,286Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,256 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 278 S West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarlisle 17013Cumberland County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,10864% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14016% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,256 ft²83% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac30% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190415% of homes7% of homes

About 278 S West St

How much is 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA is $316,108 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $291,649 to $340,567. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA last sell?

278 S West St, Carlisle, PA last sold on May 30, 1985 for $72,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA?

278 S West St, Carlisle, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,256 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA built?

278 S West St, Carlisle, PA was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA?

278 S West St, Carlisle, PA is assigned to Mooreland Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lamberton Middle School (middle), rated C; Carlisle Area High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Carlisle Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA compare to other homes in Carlisle 17013?

Among the 11,350 homes in Carlisle 17013, it is worth more than 64% of them ($316,108 against a typical $276,286), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($140 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,256 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1904 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Cumberland County, it is worth more than 47% 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 S West St, Carlisle, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 S West St, Carlisle, PA was $3,882. The county assessed it at $161,400.

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