42 Mitchell St, Plains, PA 18702
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OFF MARKET

$11,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,288 sqft

42 Mitchell St, Plains, PA 18702

Currently Off Market - Sold May 24, 2013 for $11,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17 Oneil Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$140,000
07/17/26
3
1
1,192
355 N Main Street, Plains, PA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/29/25
3
1.5
1,619
19 Rose Ave, Plains, PA
0.89
Single-Family Home
$2,022
05/21/26
3
1
1,519
13 Terrace Dr, Plains, PA
0.61
Single-Family Home
$305,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,832
42 Mack St, Plains, PA
1.02
Single-Family Home
$239,900
06/18/26
3
1
1,408
13 Crescent Dr, Plains, PA
0.69
Single-Family Home
$315,000
08/26/26
3
2.5
2,502
10 Pine Rd, Plains, PA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$450,000
10/08/25
3
2
2,800
92 Burke St, Plains, PA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$145,000
11/21/25
3
2
1,949
34 Lackawanna Ave, Swoyersville, PA
1.01
Single-Family Home
$17,500
03/27/26
2
1
1,008
1470 Murray St, Forty Fort, PA
1.12
Single-Family Home
$80,000
01/05/26
3
2
1,500

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1266 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
0.22
$45,000
-
-
-
For Sale
6 Kyra Way, Plains, PA 18702
0.36
$299,000
3
2.5
2,202
Off Market
229 Burke St, Plains, PA 18705
0.35
$261,000
2
2.5
1,980
Off Market
109-111 Burke St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
0.37
$216,800
6
2
2,702
Off Market
107 Burke St, Plains, PA 18705
0.38
$305,500
4
1.5
1,900
Off Market
17 Oneil Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
0.46
$140,000
3
1
1,192
Recently Sold
5 Powell St, Plains, PA 18705
0.53
$263,500
4
2
1,984
Off Market
33 Slope Street, Plains, PA 18705
0.55
$231,700
3
1
1,520
Off Market
355 N Main Street, Plains, PA 18705
0.55
$278,300
3
1.5
1,619
Off Market
353 N Main St, Plains Township, PA 18705
0.56
$338,100
3
2
1,886
Off Market
337 N Main Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
0.58
$457,600
Studio
-
5,006
Off Market
13 Terrace Dr, Plains, PA 18705
0.61
$321,800
3
2
1,832
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1927
Living Area
1,288 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 42 Mitchell St, Plains, PA. 42 Mitchell St is in Plains, PA and in ZIP code 18702. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,288 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7405 sqft and was built in 1927.
42 Mitchell St, Plains, PA 18702 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,288 sqft single-family home built in 1927. It last sold for $11,000 on May 24, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,492/month.

Home Details for 42 Mitchell St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Vinyl, WoodPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 24, 2013
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #1388
Sold
$11,000
Feb 20, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$19,900
Price decreased by 20%
Jan 11, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$24,900
Jun 6, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$84,950

Market trends in Wilkes-Barre

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$187K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$121
$2MoM
Available listings
166
20MoM

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What Locals Say about Wilkes-Barre

At least 579 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Rubert Page
    "The commute is very short to downtown the surrounding areas are very close to center city in all a very w as walkable city "
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  • Alexandra Garcia
    "Great area, moved here in 2018 love it very much, my kids are in love with the area, oldest 19 is in Wilkes university and the youngest 12yr cyber school. "
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  • Shante Phifer
    "I think dog owners would like the quiet environment The hills and uneven sidewalks are killer but everything else is pretty peaceful "
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  • Yerison M
    "Stay safe, mind your business is the best possible scenario. Plus there’s a ton of potholes and the government doesn’t do a great job with roads"
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  • Sexydaddy12066
    "I own a house there and is a good neighborhood to live. I have friends that lives there and is a friendly area thank you for your coop"
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  • Rubert Page
    "Downtown square festivals and also many events at Kirby park like the fireworks during the 4th of July and many more"
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  • Juanita Bethea
    "I been living here for a year now, Compared to where I used to live it’s wonderful here , I don’t hear gun shots every day and I feel safe here."
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  • Millieacosa
    "There’s nice parks for children in the area and clinics dentist office. The school are pretty good especially the high schools "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s perfect for commuting to nyc not far at all . My commute takes less than 2 hours and there is so many ways to drive from to get to one place . "
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  • Trulia User
    "I grew up in this neighborhood and I would recommend it to anyone. It is quiet and most of the neighbors are friendly. It is the perfect neighborhood to raise a family. The school district is one of the best in the valley. The crime rate in the area is low."
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  • Trulia User
    "mostly elderly people so I would say it's safe to live here and it pretty much has every grocery store and fast food chains and restaurants you would typically want in any given area. the mountains here are real pretty as it surrounds you wherever you look."
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  • Trulia User
    "Although the community here is very friendly and present, it is not the safest area for kids to grow up."
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  • Trulia User
    "we have quiet neighborhoods and the children here get along great. and you can get bus transportation."
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    "The traffic is horrendous at rush hour. Many people drive recklessly and disregard traffic laws. The potholes are unbelievable and the city never properly fixes the roads. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation. It is close to downtown shopping and walking distance to the elementary school. Neighbors are friendly and always welcome you with a smile. "
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    "My neighborhood is really quiet and dog owners would say that it’s a peaceful place to walk dogs and it’s safe"
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    "I have lived here for 7 years and love it.Its quiet and haven't had any issues with crime.School's are also nice."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a normal commute by car. Easy access to the highway and the turnpike. Many people live here and work in better paying areas. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Kids are safe to play or be outside all the time and feel no threat from any one outside and not have a worry"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog park, food stands, clean area, new street pavements on almost every street in the south area. Hospital near by too."
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  • Trulia User
    "no public transport or bike lanes. minimal sidewalks and unsafe neighborhoods. I would recommend driving "
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  • Telinecole2
    "You always see people walking there dogs and their all friendly they pick up after there dogs and they will make you and your dog feel welcomed in the neighborhood so feel free to check out the area and trust me you will not be disappointed in no way quite streets friendly neighbors "
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  • Andres G.
    "Nice neighborhood great people and services nice school I feel secured living in Hanover township Pennsylvania "
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  • Miriahsnail
    "Lots of dogs in this neighborhood. People walking their dogs are courteous and friendly and clean up after their pups."
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  • Kaitlyn D.
    "It’s not really unique the only this to do here really for the kids is to go play soccer at the field and other than that there’s nothing to do here "
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  • Jamika T.
    "Halloween is always done up very nicely for the children in the community. I feel safe with them going out, even after sundown. "
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  • Crystal S.
    "the local church has a truck or treat every halloween and serves hot Chocolate and popcorn. there is also a local produce store with everything you need fresh. "
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  • Kara T.
    "Dog friendly just pick up after your dog and always have on leash. Many people walk their dogs daily."
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  • Carol G.
    "Because the people here they are the best and the viroment its good for my girls go to schooland i love it thanks "
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  • Lawnesa3
    "They have nice activities for the kids in the summer time. They have carnivals, football games, and parades."
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  • Brawnaemcbride
    "it's like a little city. it's very fun , and cute. a little bit busy. so many stores and restaurants. "
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  • Anthonyjoseph1981
    "We have yard sales and school food events from Time to time and trick or treat events for the kids and it great "
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  • Jade P.
    "It’s terrible drugs robberies police are everywhere. It is unsafe to be alone. People get shot raped it’s dangerous. A lot of theft happens in this city. I will not raise my kid here ever. The schools have lots of bullying going on "
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  • Christine H.
    "There isn't a dog park close by I guess.I don't own a dog so I don't know how one would feel.I know alot of dog owners don't clean up after there dogs while walking them like they should."
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  • Hope2btm
    "parade, small section in wilkes barre but separated kinda own place in itself, everyone knows someone in area . all work together keep out riff raff and report crime or suspicious activity. "
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  • Becemmert
    "A lot of people walk their dogs and are respectable when cleaning up after them. I see people walking their dogs even after dark. It’s a safe neighborhood. "
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  • Valeriekoelling
    "its quiet, neighbors look out for each others dogs. lots of friendly people in the area. people here care about their dogs."
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  • Lakota G.
    "Cars are a necessity, crime is high in some parts, but majority the time you just gotta be smart. Has its moments, great for outdoorsy cheap people like me."
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  • Mary M.
    "There really isn’t any events, it is a very quiet neighborhood. Mostly retirees or college students"
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  • Kim
    "I've lived here for 30 years and it was a great place to raise kids but has gone downhill in recent years."
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Frequently asked questions about 42 Mitchell St

  • What is the price history for 42 Mitchell St?
    42 Mitchell St in Plains, PA last sold for $11,000 in May 2013.
  • Is Plains a buyer's or seller's market?
    Plains is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Plains?
    The median sale price in Plains is $187K. That is down $5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Plains?
    Residents describe Plains, PA as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Plains, PA.
  • How big is the lot at 42 Mitchell St?
    The lot at 42 Mitchell St in Plains, PA is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).
  • Does 42 Mitchell St have a garage?
    Yes, 42 Mitchell St in Plains, PA has a garage.

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