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$231,828$144 / 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 92How 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 $75,000 on Jan 12, 2006

79 BRAZIL ST

WILKES BARRE, PA 18705
0
Baths
1,612 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.
0.11 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

$232K
$214K low$250K 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 · Jan 12, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,650 (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.$76,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$76,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$76,100

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.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
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.

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.0.11
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Solomon / Plains Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Solomon / Plains Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Coughlin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Wilkes-Barre Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18705These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
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.92%
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.19%
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.12,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,594 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,665
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,775
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

79 Brazil 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 more than 76% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Wilkes Barre 18705

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

This home
$71K$386K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Wilkes Barre 18705.

How it measures up in Wilkes Barre 18705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkes Barre 18705.

Estimated value$231,828
CheaperTypical $170,151Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 79 Brazil St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMiners MillsWilkes Barre 18705Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$231,82859% of homes76% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14456% of homes76% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²51% of homes53% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac33% of homes47% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than191027% of homes27% of homes19% of homes

About 79 Brazil St

How much is 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA is $231,828 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $213,991 to $249,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sell?

79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA last sold on Jan 12, 2006 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA has 1,612 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA built?

79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old.

What schools serve 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA is assigned to Solomon / Plains Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Solomon / Plains Junior High School (middle), rated C; Coughlin High School (high), rated D. All sit in Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA compare to other homes in Wilkes Barre 18705?

Among the 5,758 homes in Wilkes Barre 18705, it is worth more than 76% of them ($231,828 against a typical $170,151), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($144 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1910 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 59% 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 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 79 Brazil St, Wilkes Barre, PA was $12,650. The county assessed it at $76,100.

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