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$351,398$152 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $180,800 on Aug 20, 2014

159 FOREST RD

MOUNTAIN TOP, PA 18707
0
Baths
2,314 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$351K
$334K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,800 · Aug 20, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,033 (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.$237,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$237,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$237,200

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.35
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.
61
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.Single Family Residence
CountyLUZERNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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
Fairview Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi

District: Crestwood School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18707These 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.36
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.16,571
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.286 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,189
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,580
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

159 Forest 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.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Mountain Top 18707
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Mountain Top 18707

What homes are worth in Mountain Top 18707

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

This home
$126K$806K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Mountain Top 18707.

How it measures up in Mountain Top 18707

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mountain Top 18707.

Estimated value$351,398
CheaperTypical $327,559Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,848 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 159 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMountain Top 18707Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$351,39857% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15224% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,314 ft²72% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac32% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196326% of homes62% of homes

About 159 Forest Rd

How much is 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA is $351,398 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $333,815 to $368,981. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA last sell?

159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA last sold on Aug 20, 2014 for $180,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA?

159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA has 2,314 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA built?

159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA?

159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA is assigned to Fairview Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Crestwood School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA compare to other homes in Mountain Top 18707?

Among the 6,459 homes in Mountain Top 18707, it is worth more than 57% of them ($351,398 against a typical $327,559), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($152 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,314 ft² against a typical 1,848 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1963 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 84% 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 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Forest Rd, Mountain Top, PA was $5,033. The county assessed it at $237,200.

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