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$589,857$360 / 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
Last sold for $520,000 on Sep 12, 2023

896 SIMMONTOWN RD

GAP, PA 17527
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,638 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.
2.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$590K
$537K low$642K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$520,000 · Sep 12, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,797 (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.$227,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,200

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.Cape Cod
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.10
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 240 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
Octorara Primary Learning Center
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 4.4 mi
M
Octorara Junior / Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Octorara Area 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

896 Simmontown 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Lancaster County

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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$248K$948K

This home is worth more than 78% 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$589,857
CheaperTypical $450,819Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$360
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,638 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size2.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.98 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 896 Simmontown Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGap 17527Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,85778% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36094% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,638 ft²42% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.1 ac78% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198246% of homes56% of homes

About 896 Simmontown Rd

How much is 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA is $589,857 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $537,308 to $642,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA last sell?

896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA last sold on Sep 12, 2023 for $520,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA?

896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,638 square feet of living space and a 2.10-acre lot.

When was 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA built?

896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA?

896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA is assigned to Octorara Primary Learning Center (elementary); Octorara Junior / Senior High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Octorara Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA compare to other homes in Gap 17527?

Among the 1,857 homes in Gap 17527, it is worth more than 78% of them ($589,857 against a typical $450,819), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($360 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,638 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (2.1 ac against a typical 0.98 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1982 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 85% 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 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 896 Simmontown Rd, Gap, PA was $6,797. The county assessed it at $227,200.

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