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$275,106$208 / 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 84How 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

261 FERGUSON AVE

SHAVERTOWN, PA 18708
0
Baths
1,320 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$275K
$231K low$319K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,219 (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.$170,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,900

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.24
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.104 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.minimal

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.0.28
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.

H
Dallas High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Dallas Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Wycallis Primary Center
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.4 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

261 Ferguson 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 more than 70% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Older than 65% 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.

This home
$129K$988K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$275,106
CheaperTypical $300,277Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,767 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 261 Ferguson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShavertown 18708Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,10642% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20880% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²23% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac31% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195235% of homes57% of homes

About 261 Ferguson Ave

How much is 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA is $275,106 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $231,395 to $318,817. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA last sell?

261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA?

261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA has 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA built?

261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA?

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

How does 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA compare to other homes in Shavertown 18708?

Among the 3,718 homes in Shavertown 18708, it is worth more than 42% of them ($275,106 against a typical $300,277), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($208 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,767 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1952 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 70% 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 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 Ferguson Ave, Shavertown, PA was $4,219. The county assessed it at $170,900.

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