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$72,486$55 / 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 $23,900 on Apr 2, 2019

261 N RIVER ST

WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
0
Baths
1,328 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.
3,920 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

$72K
$68K low$77K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,900 · Apr 2, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,577 (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.$51,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,600

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.0.09
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Coughlin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Flood Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Solomon / Plains Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Wilkes-Barre Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18702These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.44,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.532 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,186
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,523
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

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

261 N 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 97% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in North End
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18702

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

This home
$64K$501K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18702.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18702.

Estimated value$72,486
CheaperTypical $147,463Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 261 N River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth EndWilkes Barre 18702Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$72,4866% of homes4% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$555% of homes4% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²28% of homes28% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²62% of homes36% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than192068% of homes46% of homes31% of homes

About 261 N River St

How much is 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA is $72,486 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $68,008 to $76,964. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sell?

261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sold on Apr 2, 2019 for $23,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA has 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA built?

261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA is assigned to Coughlin High School (high), rated D; Flood Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Solomon / Plains Junior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18702?

Among the 13,308 homes in Wilkes Barre 18702, it is worth more than 4% of them ($72,486 against a typical $147,463), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($55 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1920 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 3% 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 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA was $8,577. The county assessed it at $51,600.

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