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$602,548$186 / 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 91How 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 $400,000 on Aug 1, 2016

550 SAND RIDGE RD

HOWARD, PA 16841
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
3,248 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.
5.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$603K
$550K low$655K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Aug 1, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,356 (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.$112,650 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,300

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.44
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCentre
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.90
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central

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
Marion-Walker Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Bellefonte Area High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.9 mi
M
Bellefonte Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.9 mi

District: Bellefonte Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 16841These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,143
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,058
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

550 Sand 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 94% of homes in Howard 16841
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Centre County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Howard 16841
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Centre County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Howard 16841

What homes are worth in Howard 16841

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

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$117K$745K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Howard 16841.

How it measures up in Howard 16841

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howard 16841.

Estimated value$602,548
CheaperTypical $266,832Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area3,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size5.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 550 Sand Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHoward 16841Centre County
Estimated valuepricier than$602,54894% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18656% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than3,248 ft²97% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.9 ac78% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than200280% of homes80% of homes

About 550 Sand Ridge Rd

How much is 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA is $602,548 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $549,732 to $655,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA last sell?

550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA last sold on Aug 1, 2016 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA?

550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,248 square feet of living space and a 5.90-acre lot.

When was 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA built?

550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA?

550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA is assigned to Marion-Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Bellefonte Area High School (high), rated B-; Bellefonte Area Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bellefonte Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA compare to other homes in Howard 16841?

Among the 2,267 homes in Howard 16841, it is worth more than 94% of them ($602,548 against a typical $266,832), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($186 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,248 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (5.9 ac against a typical 1.28 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2002 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Centre County, it is worth more than 89% 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 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 550 Sand Ridge Rd, Howard, PA was $7,356. The county assessed it at $112,650.

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