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$485,710$306 / 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 77How 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

720 STATE ROUTE 239

SHICKSHINNY, PA 18655
0
Baths
1,587 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.
64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$486K
$372K low$599K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,119 (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.$196,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,600

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.57
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
90
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.165 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Rural Residence
CountyLUZERNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.64.00
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.

M
Northwest Area Middle / Sr. High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Northwest Area Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi

District: Northwest Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18655These 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.100
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.6,485
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.93 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,125
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,127
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

720 State Route 239 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 94% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Luzerne County
  • Among the largest lots in Luzerne County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Shickshinny 18655

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

This home
$63K$661K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Shickshinny 18655.

How it measures up in Shickshinny 18655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shickshinny 18655.

Estimated value$485,710
CheaperTypical $242,615Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$306
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,587 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size64 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 720 State Route 239 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShickshinny 18655Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$485,71091% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30691% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,587 ft²58% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than64 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197463% of homes73% of homes

About 720 State Route 239

How much is 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA is $485,710 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $372,326 to $599,094. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA last sell?

720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA?

720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA has 1,587 square feet of living space and a 64.00-acre lot.

When was 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA built?

720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA?

720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA is assigned to Northwest Area Middle / Sr. High School (middle), rated C; Northwest Area Primary School (elementary). All sit in Northwest Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA compare to other homes in Shickshinny 18655?

Among the 3,080 homes in Shickshinny 18655, it is worth more than 91% of them ($485,710 against a typical $242,615), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($306 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,587 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (64 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1974 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 94% 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 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 720 State Route 239, Shickshinny, PA was $2,119. The county assessed it at $196,600.

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