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$142,264
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 72How 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 $100,000 on Sep 4, 2013

MUNICIPAL RD

BENTON, PA 17814
0
Baths
18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$142K
$103K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Sep 4, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$245 (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.$126,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$122,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$126,300

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.Rural Residence
CountyLUZERNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.18.00
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.

E
Northwest Area Primary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 5.8 mi
M
Northwest Area Middle / Sr. High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Northwest Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 17814These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,885
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,178
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

Municipal Rd 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 83% of homes in Benton 17814
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Luzerne County

What homes are worth in Benton 17814

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

This home
$69K$661K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Benton 17814.

How it measures up in Benton 17814

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 17814.

Estimated value$142,264
CheaperTypical $233,882Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size18 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

How Municipal Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 17814Luzerne County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,26417% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than18 ac81% of homes98% of homes

About Municipal Rd

How much is Municipal Rd, Benton, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Municipal Rd, Benton, PA is $142,264 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $102,790 to $181,738. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Municipal Rd, Benton, PA last sell?

Municipal Rd, Benton, PA last sold on Sep 4, 2013 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve Municipal Rd, Benton, PA?

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

How does Municipal Rd, Benton, PA compare to other homes in Benton 17814?

Among the 2,464 homes in Benton 17814, it is worth more than 17% of them ($142,264 against a typical $233,882) and its lot is bigger than 81% of them (18 ac against a typical 2.4 ac). Measured against all of Luzerne County, it is worth more than 25% 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 Municipal Rd, Benton, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for Municipal Rd, Benton, PA was $245. The county assessed it at $126,300.

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