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$286,942$195 / 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 94How 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 $250,000 on Dec 4, 2024

281 5TH ST

WHITEHALL, PA 18052
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,470 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1889
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$287K
$269K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Dec 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,475 (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.$111,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,300

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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.Split Level
CountyLehigh
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage

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.

M
Whitehall-Coplay Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Gockley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 2.2 mi
H
Whitehall High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Whitehall-Coplay School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18052These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,504
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,352 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,275
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

281 5th 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 68% of homes in Whitehall 18052
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Whitehall 18052
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Whitehall 18052
  • Older than 94% of homes in Lehigh County

What homes are worth in Whitehall 18052

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

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$179K$596K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Whitehall 18052.

How it measures up in Whitehall 18052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whitehall 18052.

Estimated value$286,942
CheaperTypical $324,314Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1889
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 281 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitehall 18052Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,94232% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19532% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²47% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac21% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than18898% of homes6% of homes

About 281 5th St

How much is 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA is $286,942 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $269,464 to $304,420. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA last sell?

281 5th St, Whitehall, PA last sold on Dec 4, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA?

281 5th St, Whitehall, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,470 square feet of living space.

When was 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA built?

281 5th St, Whitehall, PA was built in 1889, making it 137 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA?

281 5th St, Whitehall, PA is assigned to Whitehall-Coplay Middle School (middle), rated C-; Gockley Elementary School (elementary); Whitehall High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Whitehall-Coplay School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA compare to other homes in Whitehall 18052?

Among the 8,534 homes in Whitehall 18052, it is worth more than 32% of them ($286,942 against a typical $324,314), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($195 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1889 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 33% 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 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 5th St, Whitehall, PA was $3,475. The county assessed it at $111,300.

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