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$191,660$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 94How 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

1634 STATE ROUTE 981

RUFFS DALE, PA 15679
0
Baths
1,632 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.
2.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$192K
$180K low$203K 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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.117%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$142,500
PRMI INC · recorded Aug 9, 2004
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$115,374
DOLLAR BANK FSB

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,786 (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.$29,970 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$29,970

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.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyWESTMORELAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.38
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Mendon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.8 mi
M
Yough Intermediate Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Yough Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi

District: Yough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15679These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,545
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.142 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

1634 State Route 981 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Westmoreland County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Westmoreland County

What homes are worth in Ruffs Dale 15679

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

This home
$48K$482K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Ruffs Dale 15679.

How it measures up in Ruffs Dale 15679

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruffs Dale 15679.

Estimated value$191,660
CheaperTypical $170,140Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size2.38 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 1634 State Route 981 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuffs Dale 15679Westmoreland County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,66059% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11741% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,632 ft²70% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.38 ac68% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197336% of homes46% of homes

About 1634 State Route 981

How much is 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA is $191,660 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $179,952 to $203,368. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA last sell?

1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA?

1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA has 1,632 square feet of living space and a 2.38-acre lot.

When was 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA built?

1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA?

1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA is assigned to Mendon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Yough Intermediate Middle School (middle), rated C; Yough Senior High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Yough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA compare to other homes in Ruffs Dale 15679?

Among the 1,296 homes in Ruffs Dale 15679, it is worth more than 59% of them ($191,660 against a typical $170,140), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($117 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,632 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (2.38 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1973 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Westmoreland 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 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1634 State Route 981, Ruffs Dale, PA was $3,786. The county assessed it at $29,970.

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