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$115,655$80 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $63,000 on May 5, 2016

98 SEARLE ST

PITTSTON, PA 18640
0
Baths
1,444 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.
3,485 ft²
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

$116K
$106K low$126K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,000 · May 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,542 (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.$49,600 (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.$31,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$49,600

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
73
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.0.08
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
Pittston Area Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Pittston Area Primary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 0.9 mi
H
Pittston Area High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

98 Searle 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 86% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Luzerne County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Pittston
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Pittston 18640
  • Older than 81% of homes in Luzerne County

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
$74K$554K

This home is worth more than 15% 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$115,655
CheaperTypical $174,078Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $111Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 98 Searle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittstonPittston 18640Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$115,65525% of homes15% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8029% of homes17% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²34% of homes37% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²28% of homes16% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than191034% of homes23% of homes19% of homes

About 98 Searle St

How much is 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA is $115,655 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $105,716 to $125,594. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA last sell?

98 Searle St, Pittston, PA last sold on May 5, 2016 for $63,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA?

98 Searle St, Pittston, PA has 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA built?

98 Searle St, Pittston, PA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old.

What schools serve 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA?

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

How does 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA compare to other homes in Pittston 18640?

Among the 6,511 homes in Pittston 18640, it is worth more than 15% of them ($115,655 against a typical $174,078), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($80 against a typical $111), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1910 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 14% 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 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 98 Searle St, Pittston, PA was $1,542. The county assessed it at $49,600.

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