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$162,248$102 / 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 94How 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 $47,000 on Dec 22, 2005

242 S RIVER ST

PLAINS, PA 18705
0
Baths
1,584 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.
0.2 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

$162K
$153K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,000 · Dec 22, 2005
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.$162,248
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$129,798

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,481 (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.$53,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,100

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.54
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
83
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.20
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.

M
Solomon / Plains Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Solomon / Plains Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Coughlin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 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%

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

242 S River 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 66% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Older than 69% of homes in Luzerne County

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
$66K$389K

This home is worth more than 48% 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$162,248
CheaperTypical $165,232Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 242 S River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkes Barre 18705Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,24848% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10244% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²52% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac77% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than192048% of homes31% of homes

About 242 S River St

How much is 242 S River St, Plains, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 S River St, Plains, PA is $162,248 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $152,859 to $171,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 S River St, Plains, PA last sell?

242 S River St, Plains, PA last sold on Dec 22, 2005 for $47,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 S River St, Plains, PA?

242 S River St, Plains, PA has 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 242 S River St, Plains, PA built?

242 S River St, Plains, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 S River St, Plains, PA?

242 S River St, Plains, PA is assigned to Solomon / Plains Junior High School (middle), rated C; Solomon / Plains Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; 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 242 S River St, Plains, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18705?

Among the 5,758 homes in Wilkes Barre 18705, it is worth more than 48% of them ($162,248 against a typical $165,232), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($102 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1920 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 34% 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 S River St, Plains, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 S River St, Plains, PA was $1,481. The county assessed it at $53,100.

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