Welcome to Birch Brier Estates, where peace and privacy meet convenience. Nestled on a 1-acre private setting, this charming 3-bedroom, 2- bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort and potential.Enjoy your mornings in the heated sunroom overlooking the serene surroundings, or unwind in the spacious living areas filled with natural light. The full basement is already plumbed for an additional bathroom and ready to be finished -- ideal for creating extra living space, a home gym, or a cozy den.Located just 10 minutes from Pocono Raceway and 15 minutes from Big Boulder Mountain, this home makes an excellent choice for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a weekend getaway in the Poconos.Whether you're looking to relax, entertain, or explore, this home is your ticket to easy mountain living.
Sold for $260,000
$260,000
279 Russell Ct, Effort, PA 18330
3beds
1,344sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
1.06 Acres Lot
$267,600 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$2,063 Estimated rent
Home value
$267,600
$222,000 - $324,000
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Full basementHeated sunroomNatural light
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Listed by:
Lauren Joyce,
ERA One Source Realty,
Adam Driscoll,
ERA One Source Realty
Bought with:
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Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: SC255331
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 1, Master Bathroom, Office, Loft, Living Room, Kitchen, Four Season Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bedroom 3
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Other
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 17
Kitchen
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Living room
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 14
Loft
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Office
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Heating
- Electric, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Oven
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Crawl Opening
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 200
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 02633103024144
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- T1-11
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Effort
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $141,990
- Annual tax amount: $4,830
- Date on market: 10/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $260,000-5.5%$193/sqft |
Source:  GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255331 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$205/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255331 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+83.3%$205/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255331 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2019 | Sold | $150,000-6.2%$112/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2019 | Price change | $159,900+14.2%$119/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2019 | Price change | $140,000-6.7%$104/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2019 | Price change | $150,000-3.2%$112/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2019 | Price change | $154,900-3.1%$115/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2019 | Price change | $159,900-3%$119/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $164,900+13.7%$123/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage R E #619398 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2016 | Sold | $145,000-6.5%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $155,000$115/sqft |
Source: WEICHERT, REALTORS - Acclaim #PM-36120 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,758 +5.5% | $141,990 |
| 2024 | $4,510 +4.1% | $141,990 |
| 2023 | $4,334 +2.8% | $141,990 |
| 2022 | $4,217 +2.6% | $141,990 |
| 2021 | $4,110 +4.1% | $141,990 |
| 2020 | $3,950 -10.6% | $141,990 +477.4% |
| 2019 | $4,419 | $24,590 |
| 2018 | $4,419 +2.4% | $24,590 |
| 2017 | $4,315 +533.4% | $24,590 |
| 2016 | $681 | $24,590 |
| 2015 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2014 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2013 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2012 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2010 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2007 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2004 | -- | $24,590 |
| 2003 | -- | $24,590 |
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Neighborhood: 18330
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- 6/10Pleasant Valley Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 5.9 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
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