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$168,835$116 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on Jan 16, 2025

738 POPLAR ST

LANCASTER, PA 17603
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,456 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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.

Valuation

$169K
$154K low$183K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jan 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,256 (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.$78,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$78,800

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.Conventional
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 323 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Lafayette Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Reynolds Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
McCaskey High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Lancaster School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17603These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.69,285
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,347 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,890
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,465
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

738 Poplar St 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 98% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Lancaster County

What homes are worth in Lancaster 17603

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

This home
$135K$897K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Lancaster 17603.

How it measures up in Lancaster 17603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 17603.

Estimated value$168,835
CheaperTypical $311,509Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 738 Poplar St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 17603Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,8357% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1165% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²48% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²35% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than195351% of homes30% of homes

About 738 Poplar St

How much is 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA is $168,835 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $154,397 to $183,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA last sell?

738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA last sold on Jan 16, 2025 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA?

738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA built?

738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA?

738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA is assigned to Lafayette Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Reynolds Middle School (middle), rated D; McCaskey High School (high), rated D. All sit in Lancaster School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA compare to other homes in Lancaster 17603?

Among the 20,075 homes in Lancaster 17603, it is worth more than 7% of them ($168,835 against a typical $311,509), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($116 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1953 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 2% 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 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 738 Poplar St, Lancaster, PA was $3,256. The county assessed it at $78,800.

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