970 Forest Rd

Lake Ariel, PA 18436

$167,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,038 Sq. Ft.
$82 / Sq. Ft.
2,038
Sq. Ft.
$82
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/25/14
Closed 7/25/14
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Description

Check out this four bedroom North Pocono home located just minutes from Scranton/Dunmore with easy access to highways. This home features new decking, large very private yard, newer shed, all appliances, attached garage, family room with brick fireplace and the list goes on. Call for your tour today! Measurements approximate., Beds Description: Y, Beds Description: Y, Baths: Y, Baths: Y, Baths: Y, Eating Area: Formal DN RoomCheck out this four bedroom North Pocono home located just minutes from Scranton/Dunmore with easy access to highways. This home features new decking, large very private yard, newer shed, all appliances, attached garage, family room with brick fireplace and the list goes on. Call for your tour today! Measurements approximate., Beds Description: Y, Beds Description: Y, Baths: Y, Baths: Y, Baths: Y, Eating Area: Formal DN Room
  1. Listed by Robert Lenchitsky • Brokerage DRE #RB062594C • Coldwell Banker Town & Country Properties • boblenchitsky@gmail.com

Property Details for 970 Forest Road

Architectural Style
Bi-Level
Subdivision Name
Jefferson Heights
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
Residential
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 07/25/2014 12:00 AM

Property Details for 970 Forest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #142630
Days on Market26
Taxes$3,956 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1987
Lot Size0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
CountyLackawanna County
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Building Information for 970 Forest Road

Stories-Year Built1987Building Size-Lot Size0.92 AC / 40,075 SF

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Property Information for 970 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I-84 to Mt Cobb Exit..Take Rt 247 1/2 mile to right on Jefferson Blvd to left on Forest Rd. House will be on left #970 (no sign)
  • Latitude: 41.427554
  • Longitude: -75.502344
  • MLS Area Major: Jefferson Township
  • MLS Area Minor: Jefferson Township
  • Township: Mt Cobb
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Parcel Number: 1390301000198
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,955.80
  • Tax Assessed Value: 20000
  • Tax Book Number: 1217/0251
  • Tax Year: 2014
School Information
  • High School District: North Pocono School District
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Paved
  • Parking Total: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Lot Size Area: 0.92
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150 x 267
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 40075.2
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1288.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1456.0
  • Building Area Total: 2744.0
  • Living Area: 2038.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1987
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Area: 750.0
  • Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level), One
  • Roof: Asphalt
Utilities
  • Electric: true
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Storm Door, Utility Shed, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Room Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Half Bathroom, Bedroom 3, Full Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Laundry, Family Room, Kitchen
  • Has Spa: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Area: 114.0
  • Dimensions: 11.41 x 10
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Width: 10.0
Room 2
  • Description: half bath - jack-n-jill w/ master
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom 3
Room 3
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Laundry
Room 4
  • Area: 115.0
  • Dimensions: 11.16 x 10.33
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Bathroom 2
Room 6
  • Area: 234.0
  • Dimensions: 16 x 14.66
  • Length: 16.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Area: 115.0
  • Dimensions: 11.16 x 10.33
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Area: 369.0
  • Description: fireplace
  • Dimensions: 24 x 15.41
  • Length: 24.0
  • Level: Lower
  • Type: Family Room
  • Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Area: 142.0
  • Description: eat in kitchen
  • Dimensions: 12.5 x 11.41
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 11
  • Area: 135.0
  • Dimensions: 12.33 x 11
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 11.0
Room 12
  • Area: 161.0
  • Dimensions: 13.33 x 12.08
  • Length: 13.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Width: 12.0

Property History for 970 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 25, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #420266306

$167,000—
Jul 25, 2014

Closed

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #142494

$167,000—
Jul 25, 2014

Closed

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #14-2494

$167,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/25/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #420266306

$167,000
07/25/2014

Closed

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #142494

$167,000
07/25/2014

Closed

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #14-2494

$167,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 970 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$77,420Additions$89,000Total$166,420
Tax Record2026$30,813 ($2,568 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,364 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,364 SqFtLot Size40,050 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920CountyLACKAWANNAAPN1390301000198

Schools near 970 Forest Road

This home is within North Pocono School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Moscow El School
Public - K to 3
Jefferson El School
Public - K to 3
North Pocono Intmd School
Public - 4 to 5
North Pocono Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Moscow El School
PublicK to 3

Jefferson El School
PublicK to 3

North Pocono Intmd School
Public4 to 5

North Pocono Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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