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$210,983$181 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Nov 24, 1992

708 RIVER RD

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, PA 18706
0
Baths
1,167 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.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$211K
$203K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Nov 24, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,664 (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.$86,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$86,700

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
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.

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.0.17
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.

M
Hanover Area Jr. / Sr. SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Hanover Green Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 0.5 mi

District: Hanover Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18706These 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.126
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 100.52

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.16,111
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.690 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,251
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

708 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 more than 72% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18706
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18706
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18706

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18706

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

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$68K$420K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18706.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18706

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18706.

Estimated value$210,983
CheaperTypical $162,871Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,167 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,466 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 708 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkes Barre 18706Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,98372% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18191% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,167 ft²19% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac64% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than197073% of homes68% of homes

About 708 River Rd

How much is 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA is $210,983 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $203,054 to $218,912. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA last sell?

708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA last sold on Nov 24, 1992 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA?

708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA has 1,167 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA built?

708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA?

708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA is assigned to Hanover Area Jr. / Sr. School (middle), rated D-; Hanover Green Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Hanover Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18706?

Among the 6,244 homes in Wilkes Barre 18706, it is worth more than 72% of them ($210,983 against a typical $162,871), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($181 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,167 ft² against a typical 1,466 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1970 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 52% 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 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 708 River Rd, Hanover Township, PA was $2,664. The county assessed it at $86,700.

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