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1209 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA, 18505

4beds
3baths
2,472sqft
$297,000
$120price/sqft
$2,297/moest. monthly cost
$91,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

This property is perfect for an owner occupant or investor. This home sits on one of 2 beautiful (80x75) lots. Tons of yard space to enjoy or perhaps build another structure. 1st floor unit was family occupied which includes: 2 Bedrooms; 1.5 baths; LR-DR, Kitchen. Laundry Room on main floor and Additional finished living space in the walk out lower level with a family room and 1/2 bath. Additional unfinished space for Utilities in the LL. 2nd Floor Unit is occupied with a long term tenant. This unit includes 2 bedrooms; LR, Eat in Kitchen, 1 Bath and stackable W/D hookup. Separate Electrical; Separate Heat and Hot Water; 1 Water Line. Roof and heating (gas hot air) appx 18 yr old Peaceful setting at the end of the street with off street parking and rear alley access. 2 Separate Hot Air Systems for both units are in the Attic. All information is approximate not warranted or guaranteed.

Getting Around

39
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
16
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
West Scranton High SchoolGrades 9-122.0 mi
4/10
John F. Kennedy #7Grades K-41.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1913

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Composition,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame,Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Duplex Up & Down
  • Property subType: Multi Family,Duplex

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Microwave,Exhaust Fan,Electric Oven
  • Laundry features: In Unit,Upper Level,Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access,Storage Space,Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood,Vinyl,Linoleum
  • Finished area below ground: 484
  • Finished area above ground: 1,988

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,472
  • Total interior livable area: 2,472 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 16712040015
  • Zoning: R2
  • Zoning description: Multi-Family

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Front Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • Frontage length: 80.00

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.27 Acres
  • Features: Back Yard,Views,Level,Open Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 80 x 65 + 80 x 65

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Driveway,On Street,Paved
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Lightning
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,501$18,012
Home Insurance *$179$2,148
Property Taxes $346$4,152
Electricity $271$3,254
Total$2,297$27,564
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$78,754/yr
40% on housing$68,910/yr
45% on housing$61,253/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.7%
11.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.4%
0.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$120This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 18505$109
Lackawanna County$127

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 18505$116
Lackawanna County$124

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-30Listed for sale$297,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDEBORAH T KOHUT
BrokerageC21 Jack Ruddy Real Estate

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