NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 E Merritt St Wilkes Barre, PA 18705

Estimated Value: $207,000 - $247,093

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$118/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 16, 2023

Last sale price $180,000 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,353/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fenced Yard
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Private Driveway
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Concrete Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2023

Move in ready home in nice neighborhood. Fenced in yard. Large 2 car garage with driveway. 1st floor laundry, newer furnace and hot water heater. A must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Neal Forlenza

Classic Properties Kingston License #RS306059 Listed on: 01/17/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Ginochetti

ERA One Source Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,921

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x185
  • Fenced Yard
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Asbestos Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Plaster

Interior Spaces

  • 1,900 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Walkup Attic
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Deck or Porch
  • Office

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,921

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • 3RdPartyREOOwner: Not Applicable
  • AprxTotalSF: 1900.00
  • Foreclosedbank Ownedreo: No
  • County Assessment: 72300.00
  • Directions: Main St Plains to E Merritt St. Property on Left.
  • Est County Tax: 446.06
  • Estimated School Tax: 1332.72
  • EstTotalTax: 1921.21
  • ExtBsmtAccess: Standard Entry Door
  • DevelopSubdivision: None
  • Listing Member Name: Neal Forlenza
  • Listing Office Short Id: 3201
  • Tax Municipality: Plains Twp
  • Open House Office I D: 20070212193840976667000000
  • Prop. Type: A
  • Selling Member Short Id: 2173
  • Selling Office Short Id: 1000
  • InteriorFinish: Drywall, Plaster
  • Building Style: 2 Story
  • KitchenDiningArea: Modern Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 50x185
  • Tot S F Fin A G: 1900.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Amenities: Attic Walk-Up, Office, Deck, Ceiling Fans, Cable TV
  • Has Basement: Concrete Floor, Full Unfinished, Dirt Floor
  • Limited Service: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00

Exterior Features

  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Purchase Includes Land: Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Dehumidifier
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingles

Garage/Parking

  • Spaces: 2
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Driveway: Private

Utilities

  • Hvac Type: None
  • Heat Fuel Type: Gas
  • Heat Type: Hot Water Radiator
  • Sewer: Public
  • Hot Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Wilkes-Barre
  • School District: Wilkes-Barre

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Fenced Yard

Multi Family

  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2023
Closed on
Mar 17, 2023
Sold by
Patton Richard Isaac and Patton Kimberly Anne
Bought by
Ransom Matthew Thomas and Toporcer Bliss
Seller's Agent
Neal Forlenza
Classic Properties Kingston
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Ginochetti
ERA One Source Realty
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-5.26%
Current Estimated Value
$224,023

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.92%
Original Mortgage
$176,739
Outstanding Balance
$171,150
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$52,873

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2016
Sold by
Pro Ko Properties Inc
Bought by
Patton Richard Isaac and Patton Kimberly Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,160
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2016
Sold by
Estate Of Margaret Murphy
Bought by
Pro Ko Properties Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 1993
Bought by
Murphy William and Murphy Margaret
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ransom Matthew Thomas $180,000 --
Patton Richard Isaac $88,160 None Available
Pro Ko Properties Inc $29,001 None Available
Murphy William $55,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ransom Matthew Thomas $176,739
Previous Owner Patton Richard Isaac $78,160
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/16/2023 03/16/23 Sold $180,000 -5.3% $95 / Sq Ft
01/22/2023 01/22/23 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2023 01/17/23 For Sale $190,000 -- $100 / Sq Ft
Source: Luzerne County Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $1,935 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2024 $1,935 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2023 $1,935 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2022 $1,921 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2021 $1,921 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2020 $1,921 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2019 $1,864 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2018 $1,821 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2017 $1,779 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2016 -- $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2015 $1,353 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
2014 $1,353 $72,300 $23,500 $48,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Neal Forlenza

    Classic Properties Kingston

    (570) 718-4959

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Neal Forlenza
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Elizabeth Ginochetti

    ERA One Source Realty

  • Elizabeth Ginocchetti

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Elizabeth Ginocchetti

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Poggi, REALTORS

    (570) 881-0329

    1 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Ginocchetti
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Map

Source: Luzerne County Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 23-173

APN: 50-G10NE4-033-016-000

Pennsylvania Luzerne County Wilkes-Barre

40 E Merritt St, Wilkes-Barre, PA

This home is located at 40 E Merritt St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 since 17 January 2023 and is currently estimated at $224,023, approximately $117 per square foot. 40 E Merritt St is a home located in Luzerne County with nearby schools including Leo E. Solomon-Plains Elementary School, Solomon/Plains Junior High School, and Al Noor Islamic Academy.

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