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$111,696$76 / 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 85How 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 $6,000 on Dec 11, 1971

217 RIDGE AVE

WEST HAZLETON, PA 18202
0
Baths
1,470 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$112K
$95K low$128K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,000 · Dec 11, 1971
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.$62,406
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$49,925
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.44%
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.$49,290
WACHOVIA BANK NA · P · recorded Mar 10, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,424 (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.$51,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,000

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.
3
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.
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.0.06
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
West Hazleton Elementary / Middle SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18202These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.8.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.13,949
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.383 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,450
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,801
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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.Absentee owner
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

217 Ridge 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Hazleton 18202
  • Older than 80% of homes in Hazleton 18202

What homes are worth in Hazleton 18202

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

This home
$59K$622K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Hazleton 18202.

How it measures up in Hazleton 18202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hazleton 18202.

Estimated value$111,696
CheaperTypical $250,772Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$76
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,605 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 217 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHazleton 18202Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$111,69616% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7614% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²40% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192020% of homes31% of homes

About 217 Ridge Ave

How much is 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA is $111,696 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $95,475 to $127,917. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA last sell?

217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA last sold on Dec 11, 1971 for $6,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA?

217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA has 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA built?

217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA?

217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA is assigned to West Hazleton Elementary / Middle School (elementary), rated C-; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated C. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA compare to other homes in Hazleton 18202?

Among the 5,515 homes in Hazleton 18202, it is worth more than 16% of them ($111,696 against a typical $250,772), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($76 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,605 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1920 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 13% 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 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 217 Ridge Ave, West Hazleton, PA was $1,424. The county assessed it at $51,000.

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