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$275,132
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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $15,800 on Nov 16, 1989

12 MERRY L DR

DRUMS, PA 18222
0
Baths
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$275K
$266K low$284K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,800 · Nov 16, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$856 (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.$36,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,100

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.Miscellaneous (Residential)
CountyLUZERNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
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
Valley Elementary / Middle SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18222These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.124
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.9,686
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.255 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,129
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,553
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.51%

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How this home compares

12 Merry L Dr 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 69% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Drums 18222

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

This home
$117K$580K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Drums 18222.

How it measures up in Drums 18222

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Drums 18222.

Estimated value$275,132
CheaperTypical $294,620Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

How 12 Merry L Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDrums 18222Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,13240% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac85% of homes89% of homes

About 12 Merry L Dr

How much is 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA is $275,132 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $266,447 to $283,817. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA last sell?

12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA last sold on Nov 16, 1989 for $15,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA?

12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA is assigned to Valley Elementary / Middle School (elementary), rated D+; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated D. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA compare to other homes in Drums 18222?

Among the 4,281 homes in Drums 18222, it is worth more than 40% of them ($275,132 against a typical $294,620) and its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 0.46 ac). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 69% 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 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12 Merry L Dr, Drums, PA was $856. The county assessed it at $36,100.

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