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$225,510$116 / 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 87How 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

488 RIVER ST

KINGSTON, PA 18704
0
Baths
1,946 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$226K
$197K low$254K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,849 (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.$90,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$90,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,400

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.50
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.28
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 · 0.8 mi
M
Wyoming Valley West Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Wyoming Valley West Sr High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 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%

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How this home compares

488 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Forty Fort
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% 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
$83K$512K

This home is worth more than 62% 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$225,510
CheaperTypical $202,698Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $134Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,946 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 488 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForty FortKingston 18704Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,51046% of homes62% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11610% of homes30% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,946 ft²67% of homes68% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac93% of homes91% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than18752% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes

About 488 River St

How much is 488 River St, Kingston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 River St, Kingston, PA is $225,510 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $197,272 to $253,748. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 River St, Kingston, PA last sell?

488 River St, Kingston, PA last sold on Nov 17, 1992, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 River St, Kingston, PA?

488 River St, Kingston, PA has 1,946 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 488 River St, Kingston, PA built?

488 River St, Kingston, PA was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 River St, Kingston, PA?

488 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 488 River St, Kingston, PA compare to other homes in Kingston 18704?

Among the 10,626 homes in Kingston 18704, it is worth more than 62% of them ($225,510 against a typical $202,698), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($116 against a typical $134), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,946 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1875 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 57% 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 488 River St, Kingston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 488 River St, Kingston, PA was $2,849. The county assessed it at $90,400.

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