Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$85,328$60 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $53,000 on Dec 15, 2006

656 STATE ROUTE 981

SMITHTON, PA 15479
0
Baths
1,417 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.
1.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$85K
$79K low$91K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,000 · Dec 15, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,019 (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.$8,070 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,620
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$8,070

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.52
69
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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.1.75
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

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
Mendon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.4 mi
M
Yough Intermediate Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Yough Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 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

656 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 less than 91% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Westmoreland County

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 27% 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$85,328
CheaperTypical $124,692Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,417 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 656 State Route 981 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithton 15479Westmoreland County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,32827% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6014% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,417 ft²58% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.75 ac70% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than190021% of homes9% of homes

About 656 State Route 981

How much is 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA is $85,328 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $79,463 to $91,193. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA last sell?

656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA last sold on Dec 15, 2006 for $53,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA has 1,417 square feet of living space and a 1.75-acre lot.

When was 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA built?

656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

656 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 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA compare to other homes in Smithton 15479?

Among the 826 homes in Smithton 15479, it is worth more than 27% of them ($85,328 against a typical $124,692), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($60 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,417 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (1.75 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1900 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Westmoreland County, it is worth more than 9% 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 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 656 State Route 981, Smithton, PA was $1,019. The county assessed it at $8,070.

More homes on State Route 981

Closest homes

More homes in Smithton 15479

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 656 State Route 981 on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map