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$141,944$72 / 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 78How 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 $125,000 on Nov 24, 2021

49 RACE ST

WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
0
Baths
1,978 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.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$142K
$111K low$173K 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 · Nov 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,431 (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.$80,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$80,800

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.42
48
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.12 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.0.13
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.

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

M
Meyers Junior / Senior High SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Kistler Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi

District: Wilkes-Barre Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18702These 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.125
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 100.53

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.44,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.532 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,186
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,523
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

49 Race 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 75% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18702
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in South Wilkes-Barre
  • Older than 86% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18702

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

This home
$69K$488K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18702.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18702.

Estimated value$141,944
CheaperTypical $151,880Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,978 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,554 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 49 Race St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Wilkes-BarreWilkes Barre 18702Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$141,94438% of homes43% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7219% of homes12% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,978 ft²63% of homes72% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac71% of homes62% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes19% of homes14% of homes

About 49 Race St

How much is 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA is $141,944 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $111,063 to $172,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sell?

49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sold on Nov 24, 2021 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA has 1,978 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA built?

49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA is assigned to Meyers Junior / Senior High School (middle), rated D-; Kistler Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18702?

Among the 13,308 homes in Wilkes Barre 18702, it is worth more than 43% of them ($141,944 against a typical $151,880), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($72 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,978 ft² against a typical 1,554 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1900 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 25% 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 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 49 Race St, Wilkes Barre, PA was $13,431. The county assessed it at $80,800.

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