18252 — Tamaqua, PA Home Values
Typical home value $160,199 as of July 2026 · 13th of 26 in Pottsville, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 18252, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 18252 compares in the Pottsville, PA area
ZIP code 18252 (Tamaqua, PA) has a typical home value of $160,199 as of July 2026, ranking 13th of 26 ZIP codes tracked in the Pottsville, PA area, more expensive than about 54% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +41.0%, from $113,580 in July 2021 to $160,199 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.5× the annual rent ($1,070/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Pottsville, PA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Pottsville.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 18252 has a population of 11,065, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87.9% White, 8.1% Hispanic or Latino, 3.6% two or more races, 0.3% Black or African American, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tamaqua Area SHS | 500 Penn St, Tamaqua, PA | 0.8 mi |
| Tamaqua Area MS | 502 Penn Street, Tamaqua, PA | 0.8 mi |
| Tamaqua El Sch | Boyle Ave, Tamaqua, PA | 1.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 18252?
$160,199 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 18252 an expensive ZIP code in the Pottsville, PA area?
18252 ranks 13th of 26 ZIP codes in the Pottsville, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 54% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 18252 changed over the past year?
+3.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 18252?
The typical home price is 12.5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,070/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 18252?
11,065, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 18252?
Tamaqua Area SHS (0.8 mi), Tamaqua Area MS (0.8 mi), Tamaqua El Sch (1.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 18252?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Pottsville, PA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.