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$218,077$168 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $152,750 on Jul 3, 2017

159 E RIDGE ST

SHAVERTOWN, PA 18708
0
Baths
1,300 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$218K
$210K low$227K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$152,750 · Jul 3, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$16,574
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$13,259
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.77%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$196,988
EQUITY PRIME MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Nov 12, 2025
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$4,515
PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,230 (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.$142,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$142,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,700

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.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.0.46
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Lehman-Jackson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.3 mi
M
Lake-Lehman Jr/Sr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Lake-Lehman School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18708These 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.34
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,711
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

159 E Ridge 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 74% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Shavertown 18708

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

This home
$123K$903K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Shavertown 18708.

How it measures up in Shavertown 18708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shavertown 18708.

Estimated value$218,077
CheaperTypical $282,987Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,762 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 159 E Ridge St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShavertown 18708Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,07726% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16856% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²22% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac58% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196645% of homes64% of homes

About 159 E Ridge St

How much is 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA is $218,077 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $209,555 to $226,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA last sell?

159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA last sold on Jul 3, 2017 for $152,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA?

159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA has 1,300 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA built?

159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA?

159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA is assigned to Lehman-Jackson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lake-Lehman Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Lake-Lehman School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA compare to other homes in Shavertown 18708?

Among the 3,718 homes in Shavertown 18708, it is worth more than 26% of them ($218,077 against a typical $282,987), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($168 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,762 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1966 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 55% 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 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 E Ridge St, Shavertown, PA was $3,230. The county assessed it at $142,700.

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