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$178,557$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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on Aug 21, 2024

261 BUTLER ST

PITTSTON, PA 18640
0
Baths
1,346 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.
3,485 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$179K
$149K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Aug 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,853 (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.$59,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,600

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.
7
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.0.08
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
Pittston Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 0.9 mi
M
Pittston Area Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Pittston Area High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Pittston Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18640These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.16%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,372
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.724 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,400
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

261 Butler 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 71% of homes in Pittston
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Pittston
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Pittston
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Pittston 18640
  • Older than 69% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Pittston 18640

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

This home
$80K$561K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Pittston 18640.

How it measures up in Pittston 18640

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittston 18640.

Estimated value$178,557
CheaperTypical $175,623Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,346 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 261 Butler St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittstonPittston 18640Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,55771% of homes52% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13385% of homes68% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,346 ft²26% of homes30% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²27% of homes16% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than192058% of homes39% of homes31% of homes

About 261 Butler St

How much is 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA is $178,557 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $148,519 to $208,595. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA last sell?

261 Butler St, Pittston, PA last sold on Aug 21, 2024 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA?

261 Butler St, Pittston, PA has 1,346 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA built?

261 Butler St, Pittston, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA?

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

How does 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA compare to other homes in Pittston 18640?

Among the 6,511 homes in Pittston 18640, it is worth more than 52% of them ($178,557 against a typical $175,623), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($133 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,346 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 40% 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 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 Butler St, Pittston, PA was $1,853. The county assessed it at $59,600.

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