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$132,742$89 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $87,000 on Dec 3, 2015

970 FOUNTAIN ST

ASHLAND, PA 17921
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,484 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$133K
$106K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,000 · Dec 3, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,742 (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.$142,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,800

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
20
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
CountySchuylkill
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

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.

M
North Schuylkill Jr./Sr. High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi
E
North Schuylkill Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi

District: North Schuylkill School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17921These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.8,354
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.204 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,968
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

970 Fountain 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.

  • Newer than 69% of homes in Ashland 17921

What homes are worth in Ashland 17921

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

This home
$24K$403K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Ashland 17921.

How it measures up in Ashland 17921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 17921.

Estimated value$132,742
CheaperTypical $116,504Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $82Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 970 Fountain St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 17921Schuylkill County
Estimated valuepricier than$132,74255% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8953% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²49% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac58% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than195569% of homes65% of homes

About 970 Fountain St

How much is 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA is $132,742 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $106,401 to $159,083. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA last sell?

970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA last sold on Dec 3, 2015 for $87,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA?

970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA built?

970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA?

970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA is assigned to North Schuylkill Jr./Sr. High School (middle), rated B-; North Schuylkill Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in North Schuylkill School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA compare to other homes in Ashland 17921?

Among the 2,816 homes in Ashland 17921, it is worth more than 55% of them ($132,742 against a typical $116,504), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($89 against a typical $82), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1955 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Schuylkill County, it is worth more than 43% 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 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 970 Fountain St, Ashland, PA was $7,742. The county assessed it at $142,800.

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