1561 River Rd

Cooksburg, PA 16217

$295,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,238 Sq. Ft.
$238 / Sq. Ft.
1,238
Sq. Ft.
$238
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 6/16/25
Sold 6/16/25

Description

Prime investment opportunity along sought-after River Road with direct views of the Clarion River from the cedar tongue and groove sun porch. This brick home is ideal for a vacation rental or multi-unit short-term rental setup, featuring 3 bedrooms (1 captive), 2 bedrooms on the first floor and 2 bedrooms upstairs, 1.5 baths, and 3 separate entrances for guest privacy. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is perfect for entertaining. Includes a newer roof, newer natural gas forced-air...Prime investment opportunity along sought-after River Road with direct views of the Clarion River from the cedar tongue and groove sun porch. This brick home is ideal for a vacation rental or multi-unit short-term rental setup, featuring 3 bedrooms (1 captive), 2 bedrooms on the first floor and 2 bedrooms upstairs, 1.5 baths, and 3 separate entrances for guest privacy. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is perfect for entertaining. Includes a newer roof, newer natural gas forced-air furnace, wood-burning fireplace, and 1-car garage. Just 5 minutes to Cook Forest State Park, 1.1 miles to the public boat launch, and quick access to Routes 899 & 36.
  1. Listed by Cheyna Griggs • Brokerage DRE #RB067456 • EXP Realty, LLC
    P: (814)-715-9091 C: (814)-715-9091 cheyna.griggs@exprealty.com

Property Details for 1561 River Road

Architectural Style
Cottage
View
Water
Has View
Yes
Zoning
residential
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 11:36 AM

Property Details for 1561 River Road

StatusSold
MLS #161581
Days on Market21
Taxes$1,145 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1974
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF
CountyForest County
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Building Information for 1561 River Road

Stories2Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF

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Property Information for 1561 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Forest County Courthouse: Take Davis St to Elm St, Follow PA-36 S to Arnold Ave in Tylersburg, Turn left onto Arnold Ave, Turn left onto PA-66 N, Take Greenwood Rd to River Rd in Cooksburg, Turn right onto Forest Rd, Turn left onto Greenwood Rd/Sr 1012, Turn right onto River Rd, cottage on right.
  • Latitude: 41.329782
  • Longitude: -79.153038
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,145.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 12210
  • Tax Map Number: 11-00296
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School District: East Forest
  • High School District: East Forest
  • Middle Or Junior School District: East Forest
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Parking Total: 1.0
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.68
  • Lot Size Area: 29620.8
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 156x311x62x283
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 29620.8
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1238.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 659.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1974
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Integer Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: None
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Total Rooms: 12
  • Water Heater: Gas

Property History for 1561 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2025

Sold

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #161581

$295,000—
May 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #161581

$295,000—
Apr 11, 2014

Sold

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #142932

$150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2025

Sold

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #161581

$295,000
05/27/2025

Listed (Active)

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #161581

$295,000
04/11/2014

Sold

Allegheny Valley Board of REALTORS #142932

$150,000

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Public Records for 1561 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$920Additions$11,290Total$12,210
Tax Record2026$1,188 ($99 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size29,751 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyFORESTAPN00296

Schools near 1561 River Road

This home is within Forest Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Forest El School
Public - PK to 6
East Forest Junior-Senior High School
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
East Forest El School
PublicPK to 6

East Forest Junior-Senior High School
Public7 to 12

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