Discover the possibilities with this country fixer-upper set on a peaceful rural property surrounded by open land. This home offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to add their own style and value through renovations and updates, including a second-floor in-law suite designed for extended family members or guests.Featuring a spacious layout, solid structure, and plenty of natural light, the home is ready for someone with vision to restore and transform it into a charming country residence. The property provides privacy, room to expand, and the quiet setting many buyers are searching for.Enjoy the charm of rural living while still being a short drive from local conveniences. Bring your ideas and make this property your own. Being Sold as-is.
Pending
Price cut: $11K (6/6)
$199,000
821 Drinker Tpke, Covington Township, PA 18424
5beds
2,040sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,344/mo
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.35 Acres Lot
$190,600 Zestimate®
$98/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet settingRoom to expandSurrounded by open landPeaceful rural propertySolid structureSpacious layoutPlenty of natural light
- 63 days |
- 1,287 |
- 68 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matthew Batyko,
Iron Valley Real Estate Greater Scranton 570-300-4766
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: SC262376
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom 2, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Area: 280.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 21.9
Bedroom 2
- Area: 163.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 13.2
Bedroom 3
- Area: 225.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Area: 175.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 13.7
Bedroom 5
- Area: 92.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 7.2
Primary bathroom
- Area: 102.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 8.3
Bathroom 2
- Area: 64.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 9.11
Kitchen
- Area: 258.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 16.8
Kitchen
- Area: 99.99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 10.1
Living room
- Area: 225.45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 16.7
Heating
- Baseboard, Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: None
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Attic: Crawl Opening
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,040
- Total interior livable area: 2,040 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,040
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Off Street, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Porch, Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Frontage length: 100.00
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150 x 100 x 160
- Features: Level, Wooded, Rectangular Lot, Private, Open Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 21202020034
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Country,Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200 or Less Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, See Remarks, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Covington Township
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $98/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,960
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 63 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$190,600
$181,000 - $200,000
$2,249/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2026 | Pending sale | $199,000$98/sqft |
Source:  GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC262376 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2026 | Price change | $199,000-5.2%$98/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC262376 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $210,000+162.5%$103/sqft |
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC262376 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Sold | $80,000$39/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,589 +14% | $17,000 |
| 2024 | $4,024 +4.3% | $17,000 |
| 2023 | $3,860 +3.3% | $17,000 |
| 2022 | $3,735 +1.5% | $17,000 |
| 2021 | $3,678 +6.5% | $17,000 |
| 2020 | $3,454 +1.7% | $17,000 |
| 2018 | $3,398 +69.5% | $17,000 |
| 2017 | $2,004 | $17,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $17,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $17,000 +21.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $14,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $14,000 |
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Neighborhood: 18424
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10North Pocono Intmd SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10North Pocono Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10North Pocono High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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