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$164,069$124 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $115,000 on Jul 2, 2010

42 E FRANKLIN ST

SHAVERTOWN, PA 18708
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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$164K
$160K low$168K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Jul 2, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,968 (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.$85,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$85,800

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.0.34
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(2)

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

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

H
Dallas High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Dallas Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Wycallis Primary CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.5 mi

District: Dallas School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18708These 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.34
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 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.8,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,711
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

42 E Franklin 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 93% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Shavertown 18708

What homes are worth in Shavertown 18708

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

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$114K$988K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Shavertown 18708.

How it measures up in Shavertown 18708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shavertown 18708.

Estimated value$164,069
CheaperTypical $306,038Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 42 E Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShavertown 18708Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,0697% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1248% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²23% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac38% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than194729% of homes53% of homes

About 42 E Franklin St

How much is 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA is $164,069 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $159,678 to $168,460. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA last sell?

42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA last sold on Jul 2, 2010 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA?

42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA has 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA built?

42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA?

42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA is assigned to Dallas High School (high), rated B+; Dallas Middle School (middle), rated B-; Wycallis Primary Center (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Dallas School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA compare to other homes in Shavertown 18708?

Among the 3,718 homes in Shavertown 18708, it is worth more than 7% of them ($164,069 against a typical $306,038), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($124 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1947 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 34% 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 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42 E Franklin St, Shavertown, PA was $1,968. The county assessed it at $85,800.

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