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$194,142$169 / 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 79How 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 $500 on Jun 12, 2008

496 RIVER RD

WAPWALLOPEN, PA 18660
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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$194K
$154K low$234K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500 · Jun 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,182 (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.$150,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$150,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$150,600

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.55
99
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.197 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.0.32
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Nescopeck Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Berwick Area Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Berwick Area High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Berwick Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18660These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,573
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,241
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,813
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

496 River Rd 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 70% of homes in Wapwallopen 18660
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Wapwallopen 18660
  • Among the newest homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Wapwallopen 18660

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

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$79K$611K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Wapwallopen 18660.

How it measures up in Wapwallopen 18660

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wapwallopen 18660.

Estimated value$194,142
CheaperTypical $242,000Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 496 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWapwallopen 18660Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,14230% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16963% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²21% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac10% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 496 River Rd

How much is 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA is $194,142 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $154,326 to $233,958. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA last sell?

496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA last sold on Jun 12, 2008 for $500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA?

496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA has 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA built?

496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA?

496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA is assigned to Nescopeck Elementary School (elementary); Berwick Area Middle School (middle), rated C; Berwick Area High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Berwick Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA compare to other homes in Wapwallopen 18660?

Among the 1,739 homes in Wapwallopen 18660, it is worth more than 30% of them ($194,142 against a typical $242,000), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($169 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 46% 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 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 496 River Rd, Wapwallopen, PA was $3,182. The county assessed it at $150,600.

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