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$30,289$28 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $28,116 on Aug 25, 2025

520 HOWARD AVE

POTTSVILLE, PA 17901
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
871 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.

Valuation

$30K
$26K low$35K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,116 · Aug 25, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,063 (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.$56,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,305
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$56,200

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.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
D.H.H. Lengel Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Pottsville Area High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
John S. Clarke Elementary CenterC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.1 mi

District: Pottsville Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17901These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.138
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.89%
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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,938
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.324 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,450
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

520 Howard Ave 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Pottsville 17901
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Pottsville 17901
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Pottsville 17901
  • Among the smallest lots in Bunker Hill
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Bunker Hill

What homes are worth in Pottsville 17901

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

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$41K$475K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Pottsville 17901.

How it measures up in Pottsville 17901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pottsville 17901.

Estimated value$30,289
CheaperTypical $138,207Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$28
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,582 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 520 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBunker HillPottsville 17901Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$30,2892% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$284% of homes2% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²17% of homes10% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190675% of homes34% of homes31% of homes

About 520 Howard Ave

How much is 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA is $30,289 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $26,017 to $34,561. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA last sell?

520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA last sold on Aug 25, 2025 for $28,116, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA?

520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA built?

520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA?

520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA is assigned to D.H.H. Lengel Middle School (middle), rated D+; Pottsville Area High School (high), rated C-; John S. Clarke Elementary Center (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Pottsville Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA compare to other homes in Pottsville 17901?

Among the 8,767 homes in Pottsville 17901, it is worth more than almost none of them ($30,289 against a typical $138,207), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($28 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,582 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (871 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1906 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 2% 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 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 520 Howard Ave, Pottsville, PA was $3,063. The county assessed it at $56,200.

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