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$246,002$77 / 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 94How 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 $147,000 on Sep 10, 2019

79 RIVER ST

PITTSTON, PA 18640
0
Baths
3,196 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$246K
$231K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$147,000 · Sep 10, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,628 (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.$116,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,700

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.44
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
75
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.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.23
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.

H
Pittston Area High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Pittston Area Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Pittston Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.8 mi

District: Pittston Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18640These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.16%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,372
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.724 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,400
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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 River 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 90% of homes in Pittston
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Pittston
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Pittston
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Pittston

What homes are worth in Pittston 18640

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

This home
$79K$564K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Pittston 18640.

How it measures up in Pittston 18640

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittston 18640.

Estimated value$246,002
CheaperTypical $175,150Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area3,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,616 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 79 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittstonPittston 18640Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$246,00290% of homes74% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7720% of homes12% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than3,196 ft²96% of homes96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac91% of homes69% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than196286% of homes63% of homes62% of homes

About 79 River St

How much is 79 River St, Pittston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 River St, Pittston, PA is $246,002 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $231,031 to $260,973. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 River St, Pittston, PA last sell?

79 River St, Pittston, PA last sold on Sep 10, 2019 for $147,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 River St, Pittston, PA?

79 River St, Pittston, PA has 3,196 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 79 River St, Pittston, PA built?

79 River St, Pittston, PA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old.

What schools serve 79 River St, Pittston, PA?

79 River St, Pittston, PA is assigned to Pittston Area High School (high), rated B; Pittston Area Middle School (middle), rated C+; Pittston Area Primary Center (elementary). All sit in Pittston Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 River St, Pittston, PA compare to other homes in Pittston 18640?

Among the 6,510 homes in Pittston 18640, it is worth more than 74% of them ($246,002 against a typical $175,150), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($77 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,196 ft² against a typical 1,616 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1962 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 62% 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 River St, Pittston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 79 River St, Pittston, PA was $3,628. The county assessed it at $116,700.

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