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$356,869$261 / 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 96How 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 $242,000 on Apr 21, 2010

490 THOMAS ST

ALBURTIS, PA 18011
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,366 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$357K
$342K low$372K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$242,000 · Apr 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,527 (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.$183,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLehigh
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Attached

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
Alburtis Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Lower Macungie Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Emmaus High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: East Penn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18011These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,058
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.386 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,456
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,436
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

490 Thomas 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 87% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Alburtis 18011
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Lehigh County

What homes are worth in Alburtis 18011

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

This home
$181K$775K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Alburtis 18011.

How it measures up in Alburtis 18011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alburtis 18011.

Estimated value$356,869
CheaperTypical $353,951Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 490 Thomas St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlburtis 18011Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$356,86952% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26185% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,366 ft²23% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac63% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197942% of homes63% of homes

About 490 Thomas St

How much is 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA is $356,869 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $341,756 to $371,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA last sell?

490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA last sold on Apr 21, 2010 for $242,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA?

490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,366 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA built?

490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA?

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

How does 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA compare to other homes in Alburtis 18011?

Among the 2,212 homes in Alburtis 18011, it is worth more than 52% of them ($356,869 against a typical $353,951), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($261 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,366 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1979 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 55% 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 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 490 Thomas St, Alburtis, PA was $5,527. The county assessed it at $183,000.

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