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$395,735$221 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $268,000 on Aug 10, 2016

438 CHEROKEE ST

EMMAUS, PA 18049
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,789 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$396K
$363K low$428K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,000 · Aug 10, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,268 (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.$200,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,400

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Emmaus High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Lower Macungie Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi

District: East Penn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18049These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.19,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,284 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,006
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,840
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

438 Cherokee 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.

What homes are worth in Emmaus 18049

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

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$182K$811K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Emmaus 18049.

How it measures up in Emmaus 18049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emmaus 18049.

Estimated value$395,735
CheaperTypical $377,159Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,789 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,698 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 438 Cherokee St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmaus 18049Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,73556% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22149% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,789 ft²56% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac54% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than196253% of homes47% of homes

About 438 Cherokee St

How much is 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA is $395,735 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $363,089 to $428,381. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA last sell?

438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA last sold on Aug 10, 2016 for $268,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA?

438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,789 square feet of living space.

When was 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA built?

438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA?

438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Emmaus High School (high), rated B+; Lower Macungie Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in East Penn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA compare to other homes in Emmaus 18049?

Among the 6,715 homes in Emmaus 18049, it is worth more than 56% of them ($395,735 against a typical $377,159), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($221 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,789 ft² against a typical 1,698 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1962 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 64% 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 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 438 Cherokee St, Emmaus, PA was $7,268. The county assessed it at $200,400.

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