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$507,904$138 / 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 95How 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 $267,500 on Oct 9, 2012

4740 FOREST ST

LEHIGHTON, PA 18235
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,684 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.
1.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$508K
$484K low$532K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$267,500 · Oct 9, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,614 (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.$115,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Colonial
CountyCARBON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.75
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
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

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.

E
Towamensing Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.1 mi
H
Palmerton Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Palmerton Area Jr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.0 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

4740 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Lehighton 18235
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Carbon County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Lehighton 18235
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Carbon County
  • Newer than 89% 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
$109K$549K

This home is worth more than 97% 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$507,904
CheaperTypical $271,028Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area3,684 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,587 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 4740 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLehighton 18235Carbon County
Estimated valuepricier than$507,90497% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13826% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than3,684 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.75 ac74% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than200289% of homes86% of homes

About 4740 Forest St

How much is 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA is $507,904 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $483,650 to $532,158. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA last sell?

4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA last sold on Oct 9, 2012 for $267,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,684 square feet of living space and a 1.75-acre lot.

When was 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA built?

4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA is assigned to Towamensing Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Palmerton Area High School (high), rated B+; Palmerton Area Jr High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Palmerton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA compare to other homes in Lehighton 18235?

Among the 7,795 homes in Lehighton 18235, it is worth more than 97% of them ($507,904 against a typical $271,028), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($138 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,684 ft² against a typical 1,587 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.75 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2002 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Carbon County, it is worth more than 93% 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 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4740 Forest St, Lehighton, PA was $7,614. The county assessed it at $115,700.

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