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$159,638$117 / 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

859 E PRINCESS ST

YORK, PA 17403
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,360 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.
2,178 ft²
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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$160K
$145K low$174K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,278 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$36,060 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,060

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.High Rise
CountyYork
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 134 ft²

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

E
Davis SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi
H
William Penn Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: York City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17403These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,769
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,084 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,912
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,399
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

859 E Princess 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 93% of homes in York County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in York County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in York 17403
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in York County
  • Older than 89% of homes in York County

What homes are worth in York 17403

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

This home
$76K$853K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in York 17403.

How it measures up in York 17403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in York 17403.

Estimated value$159,638
CheaperTypical $252,996Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 859 E Princess St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast SideYork 17403York County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,63851% of homes21% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11752% of homes24% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²51% of homes30% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²39% of homes25% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than190050% of homes23% of homes11% of homes

About 859 E Princess St

How much is 859 E Princess St, York, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 859 E Princess St, York, PA is $159,638 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $145,211 to $174,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 859 E Princess St, York, PA last sell?

859 E Princess St, York, PA last sold on Apr 20, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 859 E Princess St, York, PA?

859 E Princess St, York, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 859 E Princess St, York, PA built?

859 E Princess St, York, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a high rise home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 859 E Princess St, York, PA?

859 E Princess St, York, PA is assigned to Davis School (elementary), rated C-; William Penn Senior High School (high), rated D. All sit in York City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 859 E Princess St, York, PA compare to other homes in York 17403?

Among the 13,011 homes in York 17403, it is worth more than 21% of them ($159,638 against a typical $252,996), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($117 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1900 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of York County, it is worth more than 7% 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 859 E Princess St, York, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 859 E Princess St, York, PA was $2,278. The county assessed it at $36,060.

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