This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home is a great opportunity for a first-time homebuyer looking for space, affordability, and long-term potential. With 2064 sq ft of living space, a covered front porch, off-street private driveway, and level front and back yards, the home offers comfort and flexibility to grow into. Inside, the eat-in kitchen and multiple living areas provide room for everyday living, while the full unfinished basement offers ample storage. Conveniently located on a public, city-maintained street with public water and sewer, close to transit, shopping, and downtown amenities—this is a solid, practical home where you can build equity over time.
Sold for $149,000
$149,000
825 S Franklin St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
5beds
2,064sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$150,900 Zestimate®
$72/sqft
$1,870 Estimated rent
Home value
$150,900
$124,000 - $184,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alex V Camaerei 570-350-2582,
VRA Realty
Bought with:
(Lehigh) GLVR Member
NON MEMBER
Source: PMAR,MLS#: PM-138563
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 162.87
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 18.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 157.43
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 123.69
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 13.3
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 112.14
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 12.6
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 91.59
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 12.9
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 57
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.6
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 91.59
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 12.9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 123.52
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 10.2
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 128.37
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 10.6
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 215.56
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 12.11
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 136.35
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 13.5
Other
- Description: BASEMENT
- Level: Basement
- Area: 271.7
- Dimensions: 20.9 x 13
Other
- Description: ATTIC
- Level: Third
- Area: 922.67
- Dimensions: 26.9 x 34.3
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Basement, Inside, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Combination, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Concrete,Stone Floor,Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,064
- Total interior livable area: 2,064 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,064
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Front Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Private Entrance, Private Yard
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 73I9NW2 029007000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Combination
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilkes Barre
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $72/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $74,800
- Annual tax amount: $804
- Date on market: 2/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Sold | $149,000-6.8%$72/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-138563 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Pending sale | $159,900$77/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #771212 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900$77/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-138563 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $159,900$77/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-138563 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900$77/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-138563 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,854 -85.1% | $74,800 |
| 2022 | $12,412 | $74,800 |
| 2021 | $12,412 +476% | $74,800 |
| 2020 | $2,155 | $74,800 |
| 2019 | $2,155 -82.5% | $74,800 |
| 2018 | $12,323 | $74,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $74,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $74,800 +2524.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2006 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2005 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2004 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2003 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2002 | -- | $2,850 |
| 2000 | -- | $2,850 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18702
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