COME HOME TO CORTEZ! Welcome to this perfectly sized 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home nestled on a sprawling 3-acre level lot in Jefferson Township, PA. Perfectly positioned for supreme convenience, just a stone's throw away from the vibrant city of Scranton, offering the best of both worlds--peaceful country living with easy access to urban amenities.This is the ideal home for anyone starting their homeownership journey, It's a place where new families can begin creating lasting memories that last a lifetime, or investors looking for a valuable addition to their portfolio. As you step inside, you're greeted by a cozy & inviting living space, dining and kitchen, making it ideal for one level living. Need extra space? Don't forget the delightful loft area, offering versatile space that can serve as a home office, playroom, or additional sleeping quarters.The exterior of the home is just as inviting, featuring a screened-in porch that provides a tranquil setting for morning coffees or evening relaxation while overlooking the expansive backyard. 2 car detached garage to keep the toys primed and ready for adventure & massive lower level for tons of storage! This no HOA property offers freedom, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking a life unbound. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this your own. Imagine your future by scheduling a showing today! BACK ON MARKET MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! 1 Year Home Warranty!
Sold for $217,000
$217,000
616 Cortez Rd, Jefferson Township, PA 18436
2beds
1,074sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
3 Acres Lot
$263,700 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$1,597 Estimated rent
Home value
$263,700
$240,000 - $287,000
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Delightful loft areaExpansive backyardPeaceful country livingJefferson townshipVibrant city of scrantonExtra spaceVersatile space
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Maxwell Stevens 406-570-3805,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pocono Real Estate Hawley
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Source: PWAR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: PW240579
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Area: 119.97
- Dimensions: 12.9 x 9.3
Bedroom 2
- Area: 154.58
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 11.8
Bathroom 1
- Area: 46.93
- Dimensions: 7.11 x 6.6
Basement
- Area: 1057.74
- Dimensions: 36.6 x 28.9
Dining room
- Area: 104.43
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 9.4
Kitchen
- Area: 140.4
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.7
Living room
- Area: 344.54
- Dimensions: 21.4 x 16.1
Loft
- Area: 286.76
- Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.4
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Free-Standing Freezer, Electric Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Floored,Walk Up,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,033
- Total interior livable area: 1,074 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,074
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Street, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Wooded, Open Lot, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 13902020016
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 or Less Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Jefferson Township
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,750
- Annual tax amount: $1,366
- Date on market: 3/10/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/24/2024 | Sold | $217,000-3.6%$202/sqft |
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| 4/17/2024 | Pending sale | $225,000$209/sqft |
Source: PWAR as distributed by MLS GRID #PW240579 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Price change | $225,000-10%$209/sqft |
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| 3/22/2024 | Pending sale | $249,900$233/sqft |
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| 3/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $249,900$233/sqft |
Source: PWAR as distributed by MLS GRID #PW240579 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,580 +13.8% | $5,750 |
| 2024 | $1,388 +4.2% | $5,750 |
| 2023 | $1,333 +3.3% | $5,750 |
| 2022 | $1,291 +2.1% | $5,750 +0.6% |
| 2021 | $1,264 +6.4% | $5,714 |
| 2020 | $1,188 +1.6% | $5,714 |
| 2018 | $1,169 +115.8% | $5,714 |
| 2017 | $542 | $5,714 |
| 2016 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2015 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2014 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2013 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2012 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2006 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,714 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,714 |
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Neighborhood: 18436
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Jefferson El SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10North Pocono Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.3 mi
- 7/10North Pocono High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.3 mi
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