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$366,851$343 / 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 56How 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

539 PROSPECT ST

POTTSVILLE, PA 17901
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,070 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$367K
$205K low$528K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,662 (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.$214,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$214,200

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.58
85
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.107 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.70
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 288 ft²Shed · 891 ft²

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 · 1.5 mi
H
Pottsville Area High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
John S. Clarke Elementary CenterC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.7 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

539 Prospect 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Jalappa
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Jalappa
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Pottsville 17901
  • Among the largest lots in Jalappa
  • Among the newest homes in Jalappa

What homes are worth in Pottsville 17901

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

This home
$42K$457K

This home is worth more than 94% of 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$366,851
CheaperTypical $139,743Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$343
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 539 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJalappaPottsville 17901Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$366,851almost all homes94% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$343almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,070 ft²12% of homes10% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 acalmost all homes89% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than1981almost all homes86% of homes81% of homes

About 539 Prospect St

How much is 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA is $366,851 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $205,371 to $528,331. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA last sell?

539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA last sold on Nov 16, 1983, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA?

539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,070 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

When was 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA built?

539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA?

539 Prospect St, 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 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA compare to other homes in Pottsville 17901?

Among the 8,767 homes in Pottsville 17901, it is worth more than 94% of them ($366,851 against a typical $139,743), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($343 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,070 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1981 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 91% 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 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 539 Prospect St, Pottsville, PA was $10,662. The county assessed it at $214,200.

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