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$179,632$84 / 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 89How 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

8 JAMES ST

KELAYRES, PA 18231
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,144 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$180K
$160K low$199K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,982 (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.$173,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,595
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,300

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 54 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
McAdoo Kelayres Elementary/Middle SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18231These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.8.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,189
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,202
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

8 James 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 more than 75% of homes in Kelayres 18231
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Kelayres 18231
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Kelayres 18231
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Kelayres 18231

What homes are worth in Kelayres 18231

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

This home
$65K$264K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Kelayres 18231.

How it measures up in Kelayres 18231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kelayres 18231.

Estimated value$179,632
CheaperTypical $158,987Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $104Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 8 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKelayres 18231Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,63275% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8422% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,144 ft²88% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²27% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than192059% of homes46% of homes

About 8 James St

How much is 8 James St, Kelayres, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 James St, Kelayres, PA is $179,632 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $160,420 to $198,844. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8 James St, Kelayres, PA?

8 James St, Kelayres, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,144 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 8 James St, Kelayres, PA built?

8 James St, Kelayres, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 8 James St, Kelayres, PA?

8 James St, Kelayres, PA is assigned to McAdoo Kelayres Elementary/Middle School (elementary), rated C; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated C. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 James St, Kelayres, PA compare to other homes in Kelayres 18231?

Among the 177 homes in Kelayres 18231, it is worth more than 75% of them ($179,632 against a typical $158,987), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($84 against a typical $104), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,144 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 59% 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 8 James St, Kelayres, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8 James St, Kelayres, PA was $7,982. The county assessed it at $173,300.

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