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$158,372$96 / 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 95How 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 $125,000 on Jun 22, 2021

279 RIDGE ST

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, PA 18706
0
Baths
1,656 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$158K
$150K 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.$125,000 · Jun 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,940 (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.$95,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,700

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.33
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.
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.

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

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Hanover Green Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 2.9 mi
M
Hanover Area Jr. / Sr. SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Hanover Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18706These 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.126
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 100.52

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,111
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.690 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,251
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

279 Ridge 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 68% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18706

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

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$67K$423K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18706.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18706

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18706.

Estimated value$158,372
CheaperTypical $156,798Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $108Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,466 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 279 Ridge St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkes Barre 18706Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$158,37251% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9637% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,656 ft²64% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac54% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195064% of homes56% of homes

About 279 Ridge St

How much is 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA is $158,372 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $149,738 to $167,006. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA last sell?

279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA last sold on Jun 22, 2021 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA?

279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA has 1,656 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA built?

279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA?

279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA is assigned to Hanover Green Elementary School (elementary); Hanover Area Jr. / Sr. School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Hanover Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18706?

Among the 6,245 homes in Wilkes Barre 18706, it is worth more than 51% of them ($158,372 against a typical $156,798), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($96 against a typical $108), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,656 ft² against a typical 1,466 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1950 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 32% 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 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 Ridge St, Hanover Township, PA was $2,940. The county assessed it at $95,700.

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