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$190,371$133 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

97 JAMES ST

SHAVERTOWN, PA 18708
0
Baths
1,428 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$190K
$170K low$211K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,195 (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.$95,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,700

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.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
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.0.18
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.

H
Dallas High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Dallas Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Wycallis Primary Center
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.9 mi

District: Dallas School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18708These 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.34
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 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,711
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

97 James 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 less than 87% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Shavertown 18708
  • Older than 86% of homes in Shavertown 18708

What homes are worth in Shavertown 18708

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

This home
$124K$963K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Shavertown 18708.

How it measures up in Shavertown 18708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shavertown 18708.

Estimated value$190,371
CheaperTypical $306,483Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,766 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 97 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShavertown 18708Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$190,37113% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13313% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²31% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac12% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than192514% of homes36% of homes

About 97 James St

How much is 97 James St, Shavertown, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 James St, Shavertown, PA is $190,371 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $170,118 to $210,624. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 James St, Shavertown, PA last sell?

97 James St, Shavertown, PA last sold on Dec 30, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 James St, Shavertown, PA?

97 James St, Shavertown, PA has 1,428 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 97 James St, Shavertown, PA built?

97 James St, Shavertown, PA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 97 James St, Shavertown, PA?

97 James St, Shavertown, PA is assigned to Dallas High School (high), rated A; Dallas Middle School (middle), rated B-; Wycallis Primary Center (elementary). All sit in Dallas School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 James St, Shavertown, PA compare to other homes in Shavertown 18708?

Among the 3,718 homes in Shavertown 18708, it is worth more than 13% of them ($190,371 against a typical $306,483), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($133 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,766 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1925 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 45% 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 97 James St, Shavertown, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 97 James St, Shavertown, PA was $2,195. The county assessed it at $95,700.

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