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$173,220$91 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1497 RIVER RD

JENKINS TOWNSHIP, PA 18640
0
Baths
1,894 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$173K
$151K low$195K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,528 (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.$98,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,800

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.55
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.72
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.

H
Pittston Area High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Pittston Area Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Pittston Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 3.3 mi

District: Pittston Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18640These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.16,372
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.724 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,400
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.51%

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How this home compares

1497 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Pittston 18640

What homes are worth in Pittston 18640

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

This home
$76K$559K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Pittston 18640.

How it measures up in Pittston 18640

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittston 18640.

Estimated value$173,220
CheaperTypical $173,830Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $111Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,894 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,618 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1497 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittston 18640Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$173,22050% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9130% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,894 ft²66% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac92% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than192946% of homes38% of homes

About 1497 River Rd

How much is 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA is $173,220 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $151,244 to $195,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA last sell?

1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA last sold on Aug 9, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA?

1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA has 1,894 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA built?

1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA?

1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA is assigned to Pittston Area High School (high), rated D+; Pittston Area Middle School (middle), rated D; Pittston Area Primary Center (elementary). All sit in Pittston Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA compare to other homes in Pittston 18640?

Among the 6,511 homes in Pittston 18640, it is worth more than 50% of them ($173,220 against a typical $173,830), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($91 against a typical $111), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,894 ft² against a typical 1,618 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1929 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 39% 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 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1497 River Rd, Jenkins Township, PA was $2,528. The county assessed it at $98,800.

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