$257,500
SOLD JUL 15, 2025

74 Sylvanus St Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

6 Beds
2 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$115 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room
  • Awning
  • Front Porch
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Currently occupied by excellent, long-term tenants paying market rates. This property requires zero downtime between purchase and income generation. Both units are tenant-occupied with residents handling all utilities, maximizing your monthly returns.The property's strategic location puts your investment in the heart of desirability. Tenants enjoy quick access to major retail centers, diverse dining options, and popular city attractions, ensuring sustained rental demand in this thriving neighborhood.Recent mechanical upgrades and thoughtful improvements throughout the building demonstrate the current owner's commitment to maintaining this property's value. From updated systems to modern amenities, this building is positioned for long-term appreciation with minimal immediate capital requirements.For investors seeking a hands-off income property, this duplex offers:*Two identical 3-bedroom units*Established tenant base with proven payment history*Tenant-paid utilities*Prime location near shopping and entertainment*Updated mechanical systems*Immediate rental income from day oneDon't miss this rare opportunity to acquire a stabilized, income-producing property requiring minimal oversight. Perfect for both seasoned investors and those looking to build their real estate portfolio with a proven performer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Oltmann

ERA One Source Realty License #RS222424L Listed on: 02/26/2025

ERA One Source Realty

Co-Listed By

Sunita Arora

ERA One Source Realty License #RM061605A

Last Buyer's Agent

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,000

Year Built

  • Built in 1940 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Fixer Upper
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Awning
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • City Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $1,250
  • Tenant pays for gas, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, hot water
  • The owner pays for insurance, taxes
  • Assessor Parcel Number 73-l10NW1-022-005-000

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units

Building Details

  • Insurance Expense $1,500
  • Net Operating Income $24,100

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,000

Year Built

Built in 1940 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: From E Northampton St turn onto Sylvanus St. Property is on the left.
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Multi Family
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Kitchen, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, City Lot
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GSB132
  • Co List Office Phone: (570) 587-9999
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2240
  • Architectural Style: Duplex Side by Side
  • Garage Yn: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Fixer, Updated/Remodeled
  • Reso Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Financial Info Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • AuctionYN: No
  • SchoolTaxAmount: 0.00
  • EnhancedAcccessible: No
  • GSB_UnitTypeDiningRoomYN: Yes
  • GSB_UnitTypeLivingRoomYN: Yes
  • GSB_UnitTypeDiningRoomYN: Yes
  • GSB_UnitTypeLivingRoomYN: Yes
  • GSB_UnitTypeSecurityDeposit: 1250.00
  • GSB_UnitTypeSecurityDeposit: 1300.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Free-Standing Range, Cooktop
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Number Of Buildings: 1
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Waterfront: No
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Wilkes-Barre Area

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1
  • Current Use: Multi-Family
  • Lot Dimensions: 40v95
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 73-l10NW1-022-005-000
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Tenant Pays: Gas, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Hot Water
  • Owner Pays: Insurance, Taxes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5000
  • Tax Book Number: 2656339

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Number Of Units Furnished: None
  • Insurance Expense: 1500

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2024
Closed on
Aug 19, 2024
Sold by
74-76 Sylvanus Street Llc
Bought by
Jain Vishal and Choudhary Lavina
Seller's Agent
Sunita Arora
ERA One Source Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sunita Arora
ERA One Source Realty
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.11%
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.58%
Original Mortgage
$123,900
Outstanding Balance
$123,161
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$128,786

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2023
Sold by
Teberio John M
Bought by
74-76 Sylvanus Street Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,317
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1998
Bought by
Teberio John M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $210,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $104,211 Ans Title
Deed $38,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $123,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $66,317 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Sold $257,500 -6.3% $115 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2025 04/14/25 For Sale $274,900 0.0% $123 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $274,900 0.0% $123 / Sq Ft
01/15/2025 01/15/25 Rented $15,000 +1100.0% --
01/07/2025 01/07/25 Under Contract -- -- --
12/21/2024 12/21/24 For Rent $1,250 0.0% --
08/26/2024 08/26/24 Sold $210,000 -4.1% $94 / Sq Ft
06/20/2024 06/20/24 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2024 06/03/24 For Sale $219,000 -- $98 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Scranton Board 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 $9,718 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2024 $9,718 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2023 $9,718 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2022 $9,707 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2021 $9,707 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2020 $9,707 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2019 $9,673 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2018 $9,638 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2017 $9,603 $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2016 -- $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2015 -- $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
2014 -- $58,500 $18,900 $39,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GSBSC250887

Greater Scranton Board of REALTORS®

APN: 73-I10NW1-022-005-000