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$210,234$103 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $159,500 on May 11, 2006

538 W FRANKLIN ST

SLATINGTON, PA 18080
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,033 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
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.

Valuation

$210K
$202K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$159,500 · May 11, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,563 (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.$115,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,900

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLEHIGH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Northern Lehigh Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Northern Lehigh High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Peters Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.2 mi

District: Northern Lehigh School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18080These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.13,067
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.406 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,545
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

538 W Franklin 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 less than 90% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Lehigh County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Slatington 18080
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Slatington 18080
  • Older than 90% of homes in Lehigh County

What homes are worth in Slatington 18080

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

This home
$133K$840K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Slatington 18080.

How it measures up in Slatington 18080

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Slatington 18080.

Estimated value$210,234
CheaperTypical $316,238Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,033 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 538 W Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSlatington 18080Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,23419% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1034% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,033 ft²72% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac14% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than189624% of homes10% of homes

About 538 W Franklin St

How much is 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA is $210,234 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $201,763 to $218,705. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA last sell?

538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA last sold on May 11, 2006 for $159,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA?

538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,033 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA built?

538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA?

538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA is assigned to Northern Lehigh Middle School (middle), rated B; Northern Lehigh High School (high), rated B; Peters Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Northern Lehigh School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA compare to other homes in Slatington 18080?

Among the 4,420 homes in Slatington 18080, it is worth more than 19% of them ($210,234 against a typical $316,238), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($103 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,033 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1896 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 10% 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 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 538 W Franklin St, Slatington, PA was $4,563. The county assessed it at $115,900.

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