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$240,782$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 90How 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

17 CHARLES ST

PLAINS TWP, PA 18705
0
Baths
1,536 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$241K
$217K low$265K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,863 (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.$66,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,800

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.0.06
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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 · 0.1 mi
M
Solomon / Plains Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Coughlin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

17 Charles 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 more than 79% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Newer than 66% 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 79% of 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$240,782
CheaperTypical $166,505Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 17 Charles St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkes Barre 18705Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,78279% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15783% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²48% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²15% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than193066% of homes44% of homes

About 17 Charles St

How much is 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA is $240,782 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $217,011 to $264,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA last sell?

17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA?

17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA has 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA built?

17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old.

What schools serve 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA?

17 Charles St, Plains Twp, 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 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18705?

Among the 5,758 homes in Wilkes Barre 18705, it is worth more than 79% of them ($240,782 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 48% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,563 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1930 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 61% 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 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17 Charles St, Plains Twp, PA was $1,863. The county assessed it at $66,800.

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