$160,000

1259 Franklin St Old Forge, PA 18518

Estimated payment $964/month

Total Views 6,313
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,260 Sq Ft
$127 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

About This Home

Welcome to this well maintained and inviting starter home located in the ''Pizza Capitol of the World'' , Old Forge, PA. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home is ideal for first time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a manageable yet functional space. It has newer windows, and the potential to make more living space in the basement. Step outside to a huge back yard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. This property also includes a shed with electric, offering excellent space for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Additional highlights include off street parking. Don't miss your opportunity to own a great home in a desirable location. Schedule your private showing today! All information is approximate and not guaranteed or warranted.

Listing Agent

Kristin Baun

C21 Jack Ruddy Real Estate License #RS356497 Listed on: 04/03/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,388

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Combination Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,260 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected

Community Details

  • Austin Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: personal property & ac window units
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16518010039
  • Tax Block 160

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,388

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: S. Keyser Old Forge, right on Franklin after Oak Street, property on right top of hill
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Subdivision Name: Austin Heights
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Inclusions: stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1260
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Reso Interior Features: See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Reso Structure Type: House
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • AtticFeatures: Crawl Opening
  • AuctionYN: No
  • SchoolTaxAmount: 873.74
  • EnhancedAcccessible: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Has Basement: Concrete, Unfinished, Interior Entry, Heated, Full, Exterior Entry
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Basement YN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: personal property & ac window units
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Combination
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • RoadFrontageLength: 50.00

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Old Forge

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Parcel #: 16518010039

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1387.76
  • Tax Block: 160
  • Tax Book Number: 202216576

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $20,239 $128,730 $33,050 $95,680
2025 $1,556 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2024 $1,388 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2023 $1,388 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2022 $1,341 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2021 $1,304 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2020 $1,289 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2019 $1,235 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2018 $1,223 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2017 $1,223 $6,000 $0 $6,000
2016 $657 $6,000 $0 $0
2015 -- $6,000 $0 $0
2014 -- $6,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/03/2026 04/03/26 For Sale $160,000 +96.3% $127 / Sq Ft
05/17/2019 05/17/19 Sold $81,500 -9.3% $60 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/04/2019 04/04/19 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2018 10/11/18 For Sale $89,900 -- $67 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $132,900 None Listed On Document
Deed $81,500 National Abstract Co Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $50,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $130,492 FHA
Previous Owner $80,023 FHA
Previous Owner $44,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $45,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GSBSC261355

Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

APN: 16518010039

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