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$175,259$154 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

85 RIVER RD

TAMAQUA, PA 18252
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,140 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$175K
$159K low$192K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,100 (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.$223,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$201,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,040
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,400

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.61
92
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Porch · 70 ft²

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

M
Tamaqua Area Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Tamaqua Area Sr High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
E
West Penn Township Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.5 mi

District: Tamaqua Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18252These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.136
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.12,515
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.175 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,301
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,373
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

85 River 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Schuylkill County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Tamaqua 18252

What homes are worth in Tamaqua 18252

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

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$48K$482K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Tamaqua 18252.

How it measures up in Tamaqua 18252

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tamaqua 18252.

Estimated value$175,259
CheaperTypical $146,091Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 85 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTamaqua 18252Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,25957% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15472% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²15% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac57% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than193462% of homes57% of homes

About 85 River Rd

How much is 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA is $175,259 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $158,968 to $191,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA last sell?

85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA last sold on Sep 22, 1977, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA?

85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA built?

85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA?

85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA is assigned to Tamaqua Area Middle School (middle), rated C; Tamaqua Area Sr High School (high), rated C+; West Penn Township Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Tamaqua Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA compare to other homes in Tamaqua 18252?

Among the 4,268 homes in Tamaqua 18252, it is worth more than 57% of them ($175,259 against a typical $146,091), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($154 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1934 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 57% 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 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 85 River Rd, Tamaqua, PA was $11,100. The county assessed it at $223,400.

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