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$294,563$246 / 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 85How 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 $309,900 on Mar 16, 2022

542 RIDGE RD

BENTON, PA 17814
0
Baths
1,199 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.
10 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$295K
$251K low$338K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$309,900 · Mar 16, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,117 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$42,226 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,226
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,451

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
16
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.Rural Residence
CountyColumbia
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Benton Area High School
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Benton Area Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.2 mi

District: Benton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17814These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,885
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,178
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

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How this home compares

542 Ridge Rd 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 more than 68% of homes in Benton 17814
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Columbia County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Columbia County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Columbia County

What homes are worth in Benton 17814

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

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$60K$658K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Benton 17814.

How it measures up in Benton 17814

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 17814.

Estimated value$294,563
CheaperTypical $232,226Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,199 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size10 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 542 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 17814Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$294,56368% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24685% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,199 ft²30% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10 ac72% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than198974% of homes79% of homes

About 542 Ridge Rd

How much is 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA is $294,563 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $250,904 to $338,222. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA last sell?

542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA last sold on Mar 16, 2022 for $309,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA?

542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA has 1,199 square feet of living space and a 10.00-acre lot.

When was 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA built?

542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old.

What schools serve 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA?

542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA is assigned to Benton Area High School (middle); Benton Area Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Benton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA compare to other homes in Benton 17814?

Among the 2,465 homes in Benton 17814, it is worth more than 68% of them ($294,563 against a typical $232,226), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($246 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,199 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (10 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1989 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 65% 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 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Ridge Rd, Benton, PA was $4,117. The county assessed it at $42,226.

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