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$174,225$130 / 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 89How 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

979 RIVER RD

DAWSON, PA 15428
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,344 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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.

Valuation

$174K
$155K low$193K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$174,225
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$139,380

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,397 (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.$48,040 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,040
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,080

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.156 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Bi-Level
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 768 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.

M
Fraizer Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
H
Fraizer High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
E
Fraizer Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi

District: Frazier School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15428These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.91%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,207
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,320
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

979 River 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 66% of homes in Fayette County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Dawson 15428
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Dawson 15428
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Dawson 15428

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

This home
$42K$446K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Dawson 15428.

How it measures up in Dawson 15428

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dawson 15428.

Estimated value$174,225
CheaperTypical $140,322Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 1.39 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 979 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDawson 15428Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,22563% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13071% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²44% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac30% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197574% of homes78% of homes

About 979 River Rd

How much is 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA is $174,225 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $155,389 to $193,061. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA last sell?

979 River Rd, Dawson, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1968, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA?

979 River Rd, Dawson, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA built?

979 River Rd, Dawson, PA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA?

979 River Rd, Dawson, PA is assigned to Fraizer Middle School (middle), rated C-; Fraizer High School (high), rated B; Fraizer Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Frazier School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA compare to other homes in Dawson 15428?

Among the 901 homes in Dawson 15428, it is worth more than 63% of them ($174,225 against a typical $140,322), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($130 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 1.39 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1975 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 66% 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 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 979 River Rd, Dawson, PA was $3,397. The county assessed it at $48,040.

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