Spacious and beautifully updated single-family home situated on a desirable 1-acre corner lot. This inviting residence features 4 generously sized bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, offering plenty of space for comfortable living. The main level includes a well-appointed kitchen, a bright and airy living room, and a formal dining area--perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A huge family room provides an ideal gathering space, enhanced by one of the home's two cozy fireplaces. The fully finished basement offers additional living space, complete with a recreation room--perfect for a home theater, gym, or play area. A second fireplace adds warmth and charm, creating a perfect retreat. This home also features a brand new roof and numerous updates throughout, providing peace of mind and modern appeal. Enjoy the privacy and curb appeal of a large corner lot with plenty of outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or future expansion. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a spacious, move-in ready home with room to grow!
Pending
Price cut: $4K (6/30)
$499,000
1281 Brian Ln, Effort, PA 18330
4beds
3,078sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two cozy fireplacesFully finished basementRecreation roomHuge family roomBrand new roofNumerous updates throughoutFormal dining area
- 91 days |
- 760 |
- 28 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph J Salerno 908-670-0600,
Iron Valley Real Estate - Mountainside 570-243-1999
Source: PMAR,MLS#: PM-140032
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 12 x 10.5
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 15
- Dimensions: 5 x 3
Bathroom 2
- Description: half
- Level: Main
- Area: 9
- Dimensions: 3 x 3
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 4
Bonus room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Living room
- Description: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 10
Living room
- Description: Finished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 462
- Dimensions: 22 x 21
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 133
- Dimensions: 19 x 7
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,078
- Total interior livable area: 3,078 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,052
- Finished area below ground: 1,026
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Open
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Cleared, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: 02.14D.3.16
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birches West
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Effort
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $169,310
- Annual tax amount: $5,759
- Date on market: 4/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,464/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Pending sale | $495,000$161/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $495,000-0.8%$161/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Price change | $499,000-2%$162/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $509,000-1.9%$165/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Price change | $519,000-1.9%$169/sqft |
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| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000+111.6%$172/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $250,000+50.6%$81/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-135743 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2023 | Sold | $166,000-36.6%$54/sqft |
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| 12/21/2006 | Sold | $262,000$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,673 +5.5% | $169,310 |
| 2024 | $5,377 +4.1% | $169,310 |
| 2023 | $5,168 +2.8% | $169,310 |
| 2022 | $5,028 +2.6% | $169,310 |
| 2021 | $4,901 +4.1% | $169,310 |
| 2020 | $4,710 -20.8% | $169,310 +411.4% |
| 2019 | $5,950 | $33,110 |
| 2018 | $5,950 +2.4% | $33,110 |
| 2017 | $5,810 +533.4% | $33,110 |
| 2016 | $917 | $33,110 |
| 2015 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2014 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2012 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2011 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2010 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2008 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2007 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2006 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2004 | -- | $33,110 |
| 2003 | -- | $33,110 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 18330
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Pleasant Valley Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 5.2 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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- Pennsylvania
- Monroe County
- Effort
- 18330
- 1281 Brian Ln



