$164,500
SOLD MAY 28, 2026

1259 Franklin St Old Forge, PA 18518

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,260 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 28, 2026

$131 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristin Baun

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

Last Buyer's Agent

Ronald Hankey

Wyoming Valley Real Estate License #RM425031

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2026
Closed on
May 28, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kristin Baun
C21 Jack Ruddy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ronald Hankey
Wyoming Valley Real Estate
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$164,500
Premium/Discount to List
$4,500
2.81%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-35.09%
Original Mortgage
$164,500
Outstanding Balance
$164,500
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$5,591

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,492
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 11, 2018
Closed on
May 17, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Urban
The Agency Real Estate Group - The Abingtons
Buyer's Agent
Linda Walsh
Christian Saunders Real Estate
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$81,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,400
-9.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.85%
Original Mortgage
$80,023
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,800
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
5.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $164,500 Red Maple Abstract
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

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $164,500 VA
Previous Owner $130,492 FHA
Previous Owner $80,023 FHA
Previous Owner $44,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $45,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/28/2026 05/28/26 Sold $164,500 +2.8% $131 / Sq Ft
04/17/2026 04/17/26 Pending -- -- --
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®

Tax History

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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

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Map

Source: Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GSBSC261355

Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

APN: 16518010039

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