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$191,033$42 / 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 54How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

686 MAIN ST

VANDLING, PA 18421
0
Baths
4,532 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$191K
$103K low$279K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,353 (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.$112,180 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,180

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyLACKAWANNA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Forest City Regional High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Forest City Regional Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi

District: Forest City Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18421These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.83%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,932
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,505
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,733
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

686 Main 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.

  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Forest City 18421
  • Among the largest homes in Forest City 18421
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Forest City 18421
  • Older than 93% of homes in Lackawanna County

What homes are worth in Forest City 18421

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

This home
$57K$581K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Forest City 18421.

How it measures up in Forest City 18421

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 18421.

Estimated value$191,033
CheaperTypical $168,390Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$42
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,532 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 686 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 18421Lackawanna County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,03356% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than4,532 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac26% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than191013% of homes7% of homes

About 686 Main St

How much is 686 Main St, Vandling, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Main St, Vandling, PA is $191,033 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $102,663 to $279,403. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Main St, Vandling, PA last sell?

686 Main St, Vandling, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Main St, Vandling, PA?

686 Main St, Vandling, PA has 4,532 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 686 Main St, Vandling, PA built?

686 Main St, Vandling, PA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old.

What schools serve 686 Main St, Vandling, PA?

686 Main St, Vandling, PA is assigned to Forest City Regional High School (middle), rated B; Forest City Regional Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Forest City Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Main St, Vandling, PA compare to other homes in Forest City 18421?

Among the 1,891 homes in Forest City 18421, it is worth more than 56% of them ($191,033 against a typical $168,390), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($42 against a typical $139), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,532 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1910 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Lackawanna County, it is worth more than 37% 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 686 Main St, Vandling, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 686 Main St, Vandling, PA was $14,353. The county assessed it at $112,180.

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