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$375,439$178 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Apr 18, 2018

853 CHESTNUT ST

GAP, PA 17527
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,112 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$375K
$344K low$407K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Apr 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,945 (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.$197,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,400

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
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.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 203 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.

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

E
Salisbury Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.3 mi
M
Pequea Valley Intermediate SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Pequea Valley High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Pequea Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17527These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.97%
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.6.1%
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.7,099
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.335 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,754
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,195
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

853 Chestnut 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 75% of homes in Gap 17527
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Gap 17527
  • Older than 85% of homes in Gap 17527

What homes are worth in Gap 17527

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

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$269K$917K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Gap 17527.

How it measures up in Gap 17527

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gap 17527.

Estimated value$375,439
CheaperTypical $457,315Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 853 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGap 17527Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$375,43925% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17816% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,112 ft²63% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac26% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than191215% of homes16% of homes

About 853 Chestnut St

How much is 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA is $375,439 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $343,698 to $407,180. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA last sell?

853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA last sold on Apr 18, 2018 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA?

853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,112 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA built?

853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA?

853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA is assigned to Salisbury Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Pequea Valley Intermediate School (middle), rated B-; Pequea Valley High School (high), rated B. All sit in Pequea Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA compare to other homes in Gap 17527?

Among the 1,863 homes in Gap 17527, it is worth more than 25% of them ($375,439 against a typical $457,315), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($178 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,112 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.99 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1912 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 47% 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 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 853 Chestnut St, Gap, PA was $3,945. The county assessed it at $197,400.

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