For Sale59d on market
492 S Franklin St
Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702 • 18702 • Luzerne County
$199,900
$68/sqft
-$15,000 since Mar 20, 2026
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
1Baths
2,950Sqft
0.07 acLot
1950Built
Property DNA
Other Style
Built 1950 · 76 years of history
Not in Development
18702
Outdoor Living
Porch
1-Car Garage
On Street
Hardwood & Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 59 days ago · 535 views · 14 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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59 days on market
Established listing
$68/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1950
Spacious brick rowhome configured in a duplex-style layout, offering flexible living arrangements and income-producing potential. The home features generous room sizes, a finished attic, and additional lower-level space that expands overall usability. Conveniently located near schools, public transit, and downtown Wilkes-Barre, this property delivers size, versatility, and upside—ideal for owner-occupants, multi-generational living, or investors seeking value.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights duplex-style layout, generous room sizes, and finished attic as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,310/month
Principal & Interest$1,044
Property Tax$200
Insurance$67
Down payment20% ($39,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $159,920 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot3,049 sqft
Days on Zillow59 Days
Price/sqft$68
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
StyleOther
ConditionUnknown
Year built1950
Stories2
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
CoolingNone
RoofOther
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
Garage1 spaces
BasementConcrete
Lot3,049 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood18702
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$1,361
Parcel73H9SE4026009
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Dryer
Electric Oven
Electric Range
Electric Water Heater
Refrigerator
Washer
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating
Baseboard
Electric
Cooling
None
Laundry
Main Level
Exterior Features
Exterior
Porch
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Flat
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Bedroom
First17.7×12.2 ft
Bedroom
First10.6×13.2 ft
Bedroom
Lower10.5×11.5 ft
Bedroom
Lower17.7×12.4 ft
Other
First6.9×9.3 ft
Kitchen
First8.8×16 ft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market59
Est. rent$1,678/mo
Tax rate1.28%
Price/sqft$68
On marketFeb 9, 2026
PostedFeb 9, 2026
Last sold$42,500
MLS updatedMar 20, 2026
Tour days9
Views535
Favorites14
How are the schools in Wilkes Barre?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 20, 2026Price Change$199,900$68GLVR
Feb 9, 2026Listed For Sale$214,900$73GLVR
Dec 4, 2019Sold$42,500$14Public Record
Sep 5, 2019Price Change$49,500$17Realty World Rubbico Real Estate, Inc.
Sep 2, 2019Price Change$60,275$20Auction.com
Aug 31, 2019Listed For Sale——Auction.com
May 3, 2019Sold$1,622$1Public Record
Dec 15, 2015Sold$1,000—Public Record
May 23, 2008Listing Removed$89,000$30Century 21
May 1, 2008Listed For Sale$89,000$30Century 21
Price Change$199,900
Mar 20, 2026•$68/sqft•GLVR
Listed For Sale$214,900
Feb 9, 2026•$73/sqft•GLVR
Sold$42,500
Dec 4, 2019•$14/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$49,500
Sep 5, 2019•$17/sqft•Realty World Rubbico Real Estate, Inc.
Price Change$60,275
Sep 2, 2019•$20/sqft•Auction.com
Listed For Sale—
Aug 31, 20190•Auction.com
Sold$1,622
May 3, 2019•$1/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,000
Dec 15, 20150•Public Record
Listing Removed$89,000
May 23, 2008•$30/sqft•Century 21
Listed For Sale$89,000
May 1, 2008•$30/sqft•Century 21
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$2,184$88,100
Apr 10, 2022$14,619$88,100
Apr 10, 2021$14,619$88,100
Apr 10, 2020$2,538$88,100
Apr 10, 2019$2,538$88,100
Apr 10, 2018$14,514$88,100
Apr 10, 2017—$88,100
Apr 10, 2016—$88,100
Apr 10, 2015—$88,100
Apr 10, 2014—$88,100
Apr 10, 2013—$88,100
Apr 10, 2012—$88,100
Apr 10, 2011—$88,100
Apr 10, 2010—$88,100
Apr 10, 2009—$88,100
Apr 10, 2008—$3,530
Apr 10, 2007—$3,530
Apr 10, 2006—$3,530
Apr 10, 2005—$3,530
Apr 10, 2004—$3,530
Apr 10, 2003—$3,530
Apr 10, 2002—$3,530
Apr 10, 2000—$3,530
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Wilkes Barre, PA • Luzerne County
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Nearby zip codes
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