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$123,567$101 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

242 PITTSTON AVE

AVOCA, PA 18641
0
Baths
1,228 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.
0.18 ac
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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$124K
$92K low$155K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,460 (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.$94,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,300

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
73
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.0.18
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
Pittston Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.0 mi
M
Pittston Area Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Pittston Area High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Pittston Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18641These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.5,726
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,484
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,599
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

242 Pittston 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 84% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Avoca
  • Older than 68% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Pittston 18641

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

This home
$72K$455K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Pittston 18641.

How it measures up in Pittston 18641

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittston 18641.

Estimated value$123,567
CheaperTypical $156,894Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 242 Pittston Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvocaPittston 18641Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,56725% of homes26% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10146% of homes43% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,228 ft²21% of homes27% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac50% of homes50% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than192041% of homes34% of homes32% of homes

About 242 Pittston Ave

How much is 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA is $123,567 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $91,848 to $155,286. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA last sell?

242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA?

242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA has 1,228 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA built?

242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA?

242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA is assigned to Pittston Area Primary Center (elementary); Pittston Area Middle School (middle), rated D; Pittston Area High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Pittston Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA compare to other homes in Pittston 18641?

Among the 2,537 homes in Pittston 18641, it is worth more than 26% of them ($123,567 against a typical $156,894), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($101 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,228 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 16% 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 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 Pittston Ave, Avoca, PA was $2,460. The county assessed it at $94,300.

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