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$154,493$133 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $69,900 on Jul 8, 1993

243 ELM TER

SHAVERTOWN, PA 18708
0
Baths
1,161 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.
0.13 ac
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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$154K
$142K low$167K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,900 · Jul 8, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,087 (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.$91,000 (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.$73,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,000

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.0.13
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Dallas High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Dallas Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi
E
Wycallis Primary CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.2 mi

District: Dallas School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18708These 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.34
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,711
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

243 Elm Ter 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 95% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Older than 80% of homes in Shavertown 18708

What homes are worth in Shavertown 18708

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

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$126K$1M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Shavertown 18708.

How it measures up in Shavertown 18708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shavertown 18708.

Estimated value$154,493
CheaperTypical $306,703Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,161 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 243 Elm Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShavertown 18708Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,4935% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13314% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,161 ft²13% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac4% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than193020% of homes44% of homes

About 243 Elm Ter

How much is 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA is $154,493 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $141,779 to $167,207. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA last sell?

243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA last sold on Jul 8, 1993 for $69,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA?

243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA has 1,161 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA built?

243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA?

243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA is assigned to Dallas High School (high), rated B+; Dallas Middle School (middle), rated B-; Wycallis Primary Center (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Dallas School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA compare to other homes in Shavertown 18708?

Among the 3,718 homes in Shavertown 18708, it is worth more than 5% of them ($154,493 against a typical $306,703), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($133 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,161 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1930 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 30% 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 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Elm Ter, Shavertown, PA was $2,087. The county assessed it at $91,000.

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