#SC251439, Listing Office: Dwell Real Estate - Dunmore Branch Office
426 S Main St Taylor, PA 18517
Property details
About 426 S Main St
This historic century home, once owned by the Honorable late State Rep James E. Watkins, and then Dr. U.P. Horger is a preserved gem never having been on the market. It is a well known landmark in Taylor. Along with the 100's of species of flowers, the variety of Azalia's & dogwoods are priceless in the spring. There is a rose garden, grape vines, & asparagus beds along with a gold fish pond. The yard is framed with a stone wall and vinal fencing. This stately corner 3 story Colonial boasts 12 '' ceilings classic center hallway, large living room with a wood burning fireplace and built in book shelves on either side, large dining room, large newer eat in kitchen with a large pantry off the side and a door to the 3 season enclosed back porch, second floor consists of 5 bedrooms, one of which could be used as a Nannies room with private stairs to kitchen and an Italian tile bath, walk up steps to the attic which could be finished as bedrooms, play room or simply used as storage, full bsmt with an older bar set up, there is also a private Doctors office consisting of 3 rooms and its own private entrance (waiting area, examination room and a private Dr. Office), leaded glass and stained glass windows and cabinet doors dispersed through the home, 2 sets of functioning pocket door between the living room & dining room, back set of stairs from the second floor to the first floor (servant steps to kitchen back in the day) American Chestnut woodwork & moulding throughout the home, hardwood flooring throughout home, recessed radiators through the home, wrap around porch, wood burning fireplace, newer gas (steam) heater, 2 car detached garage, larger side and rear yard and several flower beds, The former Dr office would be ideal for an accountant, lawyers, any smaller business or even an in-law suite. The whole property was used to film the movie ''That Championship Season in 1982
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Natural Woodwork, Pantry
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Exterior: Garden
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $300,000
- Price/SqFt: $96
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,654
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Corner Lot
- Directions: From Davis St & Main Ave. (Sheetz Gas Station) South on Main St to house on Right. Close to the Riverside Football Field
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 3,104 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.3 Acres
- MLS Number: SC5674
- MLS Name: ScrantonPA
- Office Name: CLASSIC PROPERTIES
- Office Phone: (570) 587-7000
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $17,000 | $3,654 |
2023 | $17,000 | $3,654 |
2022 | $17,000 | $1,970 |
2020 | $17,000 | $3,582 |
2019 | $17,000 | $3,412 |
2018 | $17,000 | $3,352 |
2017 | $17,000 | $3,256 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Riverside Elementary East School
Public District KG-6
1.1 mi
•Kreig & School Streets
5
Old Forge Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.6 mi
•401 Melmore St
5
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.8 mi
•Prospect Ave & Saginaw St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,741. The majority of Taylor, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 426 S Main St
The listing price of 426 S Main St property is $300,000.
The property 426 S Main St is a house located in Taylor, Pennsylvania, 18517.
Active Listing: 426 S Main St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 426 S Main St are: Riverside Elementary East School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Old Forge Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), John F. Kennedy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), West Scranton Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Scranton Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Riverside Jr. / Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Old Forge Jr-Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), West Scranton High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,654 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 426 S Main St has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 426 S Main St is 3,104 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 426 S Main St is 1920.
This home is located at 426 S Main St in Taylor, PA and zip code 18517. This 3,104 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.30 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $300,000.