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$326,092$242 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $100,000 on Jan 14, 2015

542 RIVER RD

PEQUEA, PA 17565
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,350 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$326K
$307K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Jan 14, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,888 (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.$170,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,300

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.Cape Cod
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 432 ft²

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.

E
Martic Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.9 mi
M
Marticville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Penn Manor High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi

District: Penn Manor School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17565These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.2,528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.180 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,418
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,036
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

542 River 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 less than 73% of homes in Pequea 17565
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Lancaster County

What homes are worth in Pequea 17565

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

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$163K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Pequea 17565.

How it measures up in Pequea 17565

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pequea 17565.

Estimated value$326,092
CheaperTypical $410,875Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,639 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 542 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePequea 17565Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$326,09227% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24244% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²35% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac53% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198056% of homes54% of homes

About 542 River Rd

How much is 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA is $326,092 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $306,779 to $345,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA last sell?

542 River Rd, Pequea, PA last sold on Jan 14, 2015 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA?

542 River Rd, Pequea, PA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA built?

542 River Rd, Pequea, PA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA?

542 River Rd, Pequea, PA is assigned to Martic Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Marticville Middle School (middle), rated B; Penn Manor High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Penn Manor School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA compare to other homes in Pequea 17565?

Among the 962 homes in Pequea 17565, it is worth more than 27% of them ($326,092 against a typical $410,875), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($242 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,639 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1980 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 30% 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 River Rd, Pequea, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 542 River Rd, Pequea, PA was $3,888. The county assessed it at $170,300.

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