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$256,085$333 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $150,000 on Jul 3, 2007

3940 FOREST ST

LEHIGHTON, PA 18235
3
Beds
1
Baths
768 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$256K
$240K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jul 3, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,085 (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.$46,875 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,625
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,750

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.A-Frame
CountyCARBON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Towamensing Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.1 mi
H
Palmerton Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
M
Palmerton Area Jr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Palmerton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18235These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.19,840
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.241 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,378
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,725
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

3940 Forest 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 more per square foot than 98% of homes in Lehighton 18235
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Lehighton 18235
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Carbon County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Lehighton 18235

What homes are worth in Lehighton 18235

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

This home
$112K$596K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Lehighton 18235.

How it measures up in Lehighton 18235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lehighton 18235.

Estimated value$256,085
CheaperTypical $284,184Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$333
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 3940 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLehighton 18235Carbon County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,08538% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33398% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac77% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198572% of homes67% of homes

About 3940 Forest St

How much is 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA is $256,085 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $239,617 to $272,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA last sell?

3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA last sold on Jul 3, 2007 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA built?

3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA is assigned to Towamensing Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Palmerton Area High School (high), rated B+; Palmerton Area Jr High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Palmerton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA compare to other homes in Lehighton 18235?

Among the 7,797 homes in Lehighton 18235, it is worth more than 38% of them ($256,085 against a typical $284,184), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($333 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 2% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.99 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1985 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Carbon County, it is worth more than 42% 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 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3940 Forest St, Lehighton, PA was $3,085. The county assessed it at $46,875.

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