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$277,544$198 / 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 69How 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 $104,950 on Jan 23, 2012

863 CHESTNUT ST

COLUMBIA, PA 17512
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,404 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
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

$278K
$191K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$104,950 · Jan 23, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,775 (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.$140,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,900

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.0.13
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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.Shed · 36 ft²Porch · 70 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(5)

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

E
Salisbury Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.3 mi
M
Pequea Valley Intermediate SchoolD+
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 17512These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.20,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,909
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

863 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 84% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Lancaster County

What homes are worth in Columbia 17512

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

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$137K$776K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Columbia 17512.

How it measures up in Columbia 17512

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 17512.

Estimated value$277,544
CheaperTypical $310,262Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 863 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 17512Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,54438% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19845% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²40% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac41% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than18508% of homes2% of homes

About 863 Chestnut St

How much is 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA is $277,544 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $190,644 to $364,444. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA last sell?

863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA last sold on Jan 23, 2012 for $104,950, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA?

863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA built?

863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA?

863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA is assigned to Salisbury Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pequea Valley Intermediate School (middle), rated D+; 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 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA compare to other homes in Columbia 17512?

Among the 5,985 homes in Columbia 17512, it is worth more than 38% of them ($277,544 against a typical $310,262), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($198 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1850 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 16% 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 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 863 Chestnut St, Columbia, PA was $2,775. The county assessed it at $140,900.

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