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$284,077$176 / 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 92How 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 $47,000 on Apr 8, 1985

38 LAWSON PL

SUGARLOAF, PA 18249
0
Baths
1,614 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$284K
$261K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,000 · Apr 8, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,650 (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.$192,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$192,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$192,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.0.22
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
Valley Elementary / Middle SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Hazleton Area High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Hazleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18249These 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.49
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 100.54

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,475
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,738
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

38 Lawson Pl 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 72% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Sugarloaf 18249
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Sugarloaf 18249
  • Older than 75% of homes in Sugarloaf 18249

What homes are worth in Sugarloaf 18249

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

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$96K$680K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Sugarloaf 18249.

How it measures up in Sugarloaf 18249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sugarloaf 18249.

Estimated value$284,077
CheaperTypical $309,653Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,963 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 38 Lawson Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSugarloaf 18249Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,07742% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17668% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,614 ft²33% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac6% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195825% of homes59% of homes

About 38 Lawson Pl

How much is 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA is $284,077 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $261,165 to $306,989. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA last sell?

38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA last sold on Apr 8, 1985 for $47,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA?

38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA has 1,614 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA built?

38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA?

38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA is assigned to Valley Elementary / Middle School (elementary), rated C; Hazleton Area High School (high), rated C. All sit in Hazleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA compare to other homes in Sugarloaf 18249?

Among the 2,171 homes in Sugarloaf 18249, it is worth more than 42% of them ($284,077 against a typical $309,653), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($176 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,614 ft² against a typical 1,963 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1958 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 72% 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 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38 Lawson Pl, Sugarloaf, PA was $4,650. The county assessed it at $192,400.

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