Escape to your own private wellness retreat in the heart of the Poconos. Nestled on over an acre of wooded privacy, this nearly 3,000-square-foot raised chalet offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and relaxation. The standout feature? Your very own sauna and indoor hot tub, creating a spa-like experience you can enjoy year-round without ever leaving home. Inside, you'll find oversized bedrooms, multiple bonus spaces ideal for home offices, workout rooms, dens, or guest accommodations, and a spacious living room centered around one of two wood-burning fireplaces. Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a massive office area make this home perfect for remote work, creative pursuits, or simply spreading out. Private balconies extend from every upstairs bedroom, providing peaceful views of the surrounding property. The full walkout basement offers even more flexibility, while the quaint community's beautiful indoor pool adds to the resort-style feel. Located in the highly sought-after Pleasant Valley School District, this unique property delivers privacy, versatility, and a daily escape from the ordinary.
Pending
$359,950
701 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
4beds
2,858sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
1.11 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$25/mo HOA
What's special
Two wood-burning fireplacesIndoor hot tubFull walkout basementOversized bedroomsMassive office areaFloor-to-ceiling bookshelves
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kacey Conaty 570-350-6351,
Wilkins and Associates Real Estate INC 570-421-8950
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMR2006790
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 864
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Soaking Tub, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Finished,Garage Access,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,858
- Total interior livable area: 2,858 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,994
- Finished area below ground: 864
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, Heated, Indoor, Private, Hot Tub
Lot
- Size: 1.11 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 02.17B.1.183
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- T-1-11
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Electric Alarm
- Subdivision: Birch Hollow Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $295 annually
- HOA name: BIRCHES HOLLOW ESTATES
Location
- Region: Effort
- Municipality: CHESTNUTHILL TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $157,840
- Annual tax amount: $5,369
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: All Fixtures And Appliances Convey
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 | Pending sale | $359,950$126/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-142501 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,950$126/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-142501 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,289 +5.5% | $157,840 |
| 2024 | $5,013 +4.1% | $157,840 |
| 2023 | $4,818 +2.8% | $157,840 |
| 2022 | $4,688 +2.6% | $157,840 |
| 2021 | $4,569 +4.1% | $157,840 |
| 2020 | $4,391 -15.1% | $157,840 +448.2% |
| 2019 | $5,174 | $28,790 |
| 2018 | $5,174 +2.4% | $28,790 |
| 2017 | $5,052 +533.4% | $28,790 |
| 2016 | $797 | $28,790 |
| 2015 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2014 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2013 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2012 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2011 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2010 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2008 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2007 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2006 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2005 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2004 | -- | $28,790 |
| 2003 | -- | $28,790 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 18330
Getting around
3 / 100
Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Pleasant Valley Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 4.8 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pleasant Valley
- Middle: Pleasant Valley Middle
- High: Pleasant Valley High
- District: Pleasant Valley
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Pennsylvania
- Monroe County
- Effort
- 18330
- 701 Watercrest Ave
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