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$161,055$129 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

581 STATE ROUTE 981

SMITHTON, PA 15479
0
Baths
1,250 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.
2.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$161K
$151K low$171K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,970 (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.$23,510 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,510
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,510

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
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWESTMORELAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.60
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Mendon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.7 mi
M
Yough Intermediate Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Yough Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi

District: Yough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15479These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.110 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,293
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,579
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.45%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

581 State Route 981 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 70% of homes in Smithton 15479
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Smithton 15479

What homes are worth in Smithton 15479

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

This home
$35K$333K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Smithton 15479.

How it measures up in Smithton 15479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithton 15479.

Estimated value$161,055
CheaperTypical $124,692Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size2.6 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 581 State Route 981 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithton 15479Westmoreland County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,05570% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12966% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,250 ft²45% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.6 ac78% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198469% of homes56% of homes

About 581 State Route 981

How much is 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA is $161,055 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $151,182 to $170,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA last sell?

581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA has 1,250 square feet of living space and a 2.60-acre lot.

When was 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA built?

581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA is assigned to Mendon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Yough Intermediate Middle School (middle), rated C; Yough Senior High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Yough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA compare to other homes in Smithton 15479?

Among the 826 homes in Smithton 15479, it is worth more than 70% of them ($161,055 against a typical $124,692), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($129 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,250 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (2.6 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1984 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Westmoreland County, it is worth more than 32% 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 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 581 State Route 981, Smithton, PA was $2,970. The county assessed it at $23,510.

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