A perfect game in baseball. A total solar eclipse. The aurora borealis. These are spectacular events you rarely get to see in life. And when you do, it becomes headline news. File 657 Wales St. under that same category: ''Spectacular Rarities.'' 657 Wales St. is that rare Scranton home that offers what so many people are looking for today: charm, character, update, exceedingly well maintained, privacy, affordable, low taxes. Take all of your boxes and just put a big green check mark in them!Lovingly updated and cared for, this home features a modern kitchen with island and stainless appliances, flowing directly into the adjacent dining area, followed by a large, open living room just flooded with natural light. The rest of the first floor is rounded out by a gorgeous master bedroom and en suite bath, featuring custom finishes throughout. The kind of sanctuary to which you can retreat and let the worries of the day wash away. The second floor is fully updated with new flooring, paint, trim, electrical, and features two large bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and generous closets, along with a common study area, and a convenient second floor laundry. At 657 Wales the good vibes don't end at the door; the outdoor living space is just as impressive. The stone work and live edge wood cladding on the front porch set the tone for the experience throughout the property, including a large covered deck that leads seamlessly onto a stone patio. You'll also love the crystal blue waters of the pool to keep you cool in the summer months, as well as the shed-turned-hangout space if you just need to get away from it all. And don't worry about the ''Big Ticket Items,'' as everything including roof, electric, plumbing, and HVAC have been updated recently and is in good working order. Opportunities like this don't come around often. 657 Wales St. is a rarity, indeed. Don't miss this one, or you might wait a lifetime before another comes around!
Sold for $264,900
$264,900
657 Wales St, Scranton, PA 18508
3beds
1,771sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.4 Acres Lot
$293,400 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$1,856 Estimated rent
Home value
$293,400
$279,000 - $311,000
$1,856/mo
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Large covered deckStone workNatural lightBig ticket itemsGorgeous master bedroomStone patioCommon study area
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Listed by:
Jesse Vipond,
DDP Realty LLC
Bought with:
Heather Gall, RS359035
Iron Valley Real Estate Greater Scranton
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: SC2617
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom 2, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Large, High Ceilings, Walk In Closet
- Area: 270.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 17.75
Bedroom 2
- Description: New Floors, Paint, Big Closet
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.75 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Description: New Floors, Paint, Big Closet
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Description: Many Custom Features, Large Tiled Walk In Shower
- Area: 78.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8.75
Bathroom 2
- Description: Custom Tile, New Fixtures/Vanity
- Area: 53.63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.75 x 5.5
Dining room
- Description: Open Space Off Kitchen
- Area: 82.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 11.75
Kitchen
- Description: Modern, With Granite Counters, Island, Appliances
- Area: 157.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11.25
Laundry
- Description: **
- Area: 46.31 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.75 x 9.75
Living room
- Description: Open Floorplan From Kitchen/Dining Area
- Area: 248.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 18.75
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Block,Full,Concrete
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,771
- Total interior livable area: 1,771 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,771
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Paved, Parking Pad, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Side Porch, Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Frontage length: 66.00
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 264
- Features: Back Yard, Wooded, Rectangular Lot, Not In Development, Many Trees, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Poultry Coop, Storage, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 12316020005
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Stone, Shake Siding, Lap Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Scranton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $10,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,912
- Date on market: 5/20/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2024 | Sold | $264,900$150/sqft |
Source:  GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC2617 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2024 | Pending sale | $264,900$150/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC2617 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $264,900$150/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC2617 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2024 | Pending sale | $264,900$150/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC2617 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $264,900+881.1%$150/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC2617 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2007 | Sold | $27,000$15/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,189 +9.5% | $10,000 |
| 2024 | $2,913 | $10,000 |
| 2023 | $2,913 +169.8% | $10,000 |
| 2022 | $1,080 | $10,000 |
| 2021 | $1,080 -59.6% | $10,000 |
| 2020 | $2,675 +1.8% | $10,000 |
| 2018 | $2,628 +241.6% | $10,000 |
| 2017 | $769 | $10,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2014 | $1,604 | $10,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $10,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,000 +122.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $4,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,500 |
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Neighborhood: Providence
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