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$88,784$82 / 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 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1242 BIRKBECK ST

FREELAND, PA 18224
0
Baths
1,082 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$89K
$61K low$116K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,009 (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.$39,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,100

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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
CountyLUZERNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Freeland Elementary / Middle SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18224These 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.142
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 100.53

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,438
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.339 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,762
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,701
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

1242 Birkbeck 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Freeland 18224

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

This home
$55K$422K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Freeland 18224.

How it measures up in Freeland 18224

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeland 18224.

Estimated value$88,784
CheaperTypical $129,915Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,082 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1242 Birkbeck St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeland 18224Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,78416% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8247% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,082 ft²13% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²9% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than18906% of homes3% of homes

About 1242 Birkbeck St

How much is 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA is $88,784 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $61,291 to $116,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA last sell?

1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA last sold on Jul 7, 1962, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA?

1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA has 1,082 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA built?

1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old.

What schools serve 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA?

1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA is assigned to Freeland Elementary / Middle School (elementary), rated D; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated C. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA compare to other homes in Freeland 18224?

Among the 2,749 homes in Freeland 18224, it is worth more than 16% of them ($88,784 against a typical $129,915), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($82 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,082 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 5% 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 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1242 Birkbeck St, Freeland, PA was $1,009. The county assessed it at $39,100.

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