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$383,199$231 / 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

5170 CHESTNUT ST

EMMAUS, PA 18049
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,656 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.
1949
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$383K
$359K low$407K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,799 (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.$182,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$129,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$182,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,000

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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
Macungie Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Eyer Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Emmaus High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 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

5170 Chestnut 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 68% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Emmaus 18049

What homes are worth in Emmaus 18049

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

This home
$187K$824K

This home is worth more than 51% 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$383,199
CheaperTypical $379,629Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,710 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 5170 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmaus 18049Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$383,19951% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23158% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,656 ft²47% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac73% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than194933% of homes33% of homes

About 5170 Chestnut St

How much is 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA is $383,199 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $359,219 to $407,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA last sell?

5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA last sold on Oct 30, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA?

5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,656 square feet of living space.

When was 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA built?

5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA?

5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA is assigned to Macungie Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Eyer Middle School (middle), rated A; 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 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA compare to other homes in Emmaus 18049?

Among the 6,715 homes in Emmaus 18049, it is worth more than 51% of them ($383,199 against a typical $379,629), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($231 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,656 ft² against a typical 1,710 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1949 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5170 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA was $4,799. The county assessed it at $182,000.

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