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$182,809$159 / 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 96How 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 $80,000 on Jun 25, 2001

279 RIVER ST

KINGSTON, PA 18704
0
Baths
1,152 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.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$183K
$175K low$191K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jun 25, 2001
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.$79,809
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$63,847
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.63%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$103,000
QUICKEN LNS · recorded Apr 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,351 (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.$74,600 (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.$50,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$74,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$74,600

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.46
67
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.36 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.0.08
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 · 4.7 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

279 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 83% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Kingston 18704
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Forty Fort

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 38% 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$182,809
CheaperTypical $201,021Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 279 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForty FortKingston 18704Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$182,80917% of homes38% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15972% of homes78% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²8% of homes11% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²9% of homes17% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194478% of homes67% of homes51% of homes

About 279 River St

How much is 279 River St, Kingston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 River St, Kingston, PA is $182,809 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $174,830 to $190,788. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 River St, Kingston, PA last sell?

279 River St, Kingston, PA last sold on Jun 25, 2001 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 River St, Kingston, PA?

279 River St, Kingston, PA has 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 279 River St, Kingston, PA built?

279 River St, Kingston, PA was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 River St, Kingston, PA?

279 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 279 River St, Kingston, PA compare to other homes in Kingston 18704?

Among the 10,625 homes in Kingston 18704, it is worth more than 38% of them ($182,809 against a typical $201,021), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($159 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1944 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 42% 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 River St, Kingston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 River St, Kingston, PA was $2,351. The county assessed it at $74,600.

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