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$253,453$110 / 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 88How 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 $69,000 on Oct 18, 1983

278 RIVER ST

KINGSTON, PA 18704
0
Baths
2,306 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1820
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$253K
$223K low$284K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,000 · Oct 18, 1983
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.$253,453
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$202,762

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,154 (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.$131,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,800

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.45
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
84
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.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.23
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.

E
Dana el CenterC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Wyoming Valley West Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Wyoming Valley West Sr High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Wyoming Valley West School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18704These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.32,920
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,880 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,246
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.Owner occupied
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

278 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 more than 74% of homes in Kingston 18704
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Among the oldest homes in Kingston 18704

What homes are worth in Kingston 18704

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

This home
$82K$493K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Kingston 18704.

How it measures up in Kingston 18704

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kingston 18704.

Estimated value$253,453
CheaperTypical $201,021Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,306 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1820
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 278 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForty FortKingston 18704Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$253,45363% of homes74% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1108% of homes25% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,306 ft²81% of homes80% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac87% of homes85% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than1820almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 278 River St

How much is 278 River St, Kingston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 River St, Kingston, PA is $253,453 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $222,500 to $284,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 River St, Kingston, PA last sell?

278 River St, Kingston, PA last sold on Oct 18, 1983 for $69,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 River St, Kingston, PA?

278 River St, Kingston, PA has 2,306 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 278 River St, Kingston, PA built?

278 River St, Kingston, PA was built in 1820, making it 206 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 River St, Kingston, PA?

278 River St, Kingston, PA is assigned to Dana el Center (elementary), rated C; Wyoming Valley West Middle School (middle), rated D; Wyoming Valley West Sr High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Wyoming Valley West School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 River St, Kingston, PA compare to other homes in Kingston 18704?

Among the 10,625 homes in Kingston 18704, it is worth more than 74% of them ($253,453 against a typical $201,021), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($110 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,306 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1820 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 65% 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 278 River St, Kingston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 River St, Kingston, PA was $4,154. The county assessed it at $131,800.

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