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$579,416$157 / 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
Last sold for $12,800 on Jul 10, 1979

15 SPRUCE AVE

PLAINS, PA 18705
0
Baths
3,696 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$579K
$506K low$653K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,800 · Jul 10, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,232 (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.$331,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$295,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$331,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,000

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.

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.0.50
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
Solomon / Plains Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 mi
M
Solomon / Plains Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Coughlin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Wilkes-Barre Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18705These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.17%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,594 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,665
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,775
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.51%

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How this home compares

15 Spruce Ave 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Among the largest homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18705

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

This home
$69K$413K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Wilkes Barre 18705.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18705.

Estimated value$579,416
CheaperTypical $166,505Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area3,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 15 Spruce Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkes Barre 18705Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,416almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15783% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than3,696 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac98% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than198090% of homes78% of homes

About 15 Spruce Ave

How much is 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA is $579,416 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $505,890 to $652,942. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA last sell?

15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA last sold on Jul 10, 1979 for $12,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA?

15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA has 3,696 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA built?

15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA?

15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA is assigned to Solomon / Plains Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Solomon / Plains Junior High School (middle), rated D; Coughlin High School (high), rated D. All sit in Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18705?

Among the 5,758 homes in Wilkes Barre 18705, it is worth more than almost all of them ($579,416 against a typical $166,505), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($157 against a typical $110), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,696 ft² against a typical 1,563 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1980 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 97% 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 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 15 Spruce Ave, Plains, PA was $9,232. The county assessed it at $331,000.

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