609 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA 18330
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PENDING
1.03 ACRES

$289,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,152 sqft (on 1.03 acres)

609 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA 18330

Est. Mortgage $1,978/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1987
1.03 acre lot
$252/sqft
4 Open Spaces
HOA $29/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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About this House

Classic mountain chalet nestled in the tall trees features wrap around deck , front patio 3 bedrooms ,1.5 baths and full basement could be finished to additional living space. A few updates and you have a beautiful mountain home minutes to everything to enjoy in the Poconos ATV trails , lakes , hiking and all our summer and fall events and festivals
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Joanne L Dowd, (570) 249-0731
At Your Service Realty, (570) 620-9800
Source: PMAR, MLS#PM-142232
Also Listed on PMAR.

Home Details for 609 Rainbow Ter

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1152 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 100Fireplace: Living Room, PropaneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Linoleum

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Patio, Wrap Around, DeckNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Open
Frontage
Road Frontage: County RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: On Site Septic
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1152 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 90

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Chalet
Building
Construction Materials: T1-11, Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 02.17B.1.207

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $289,900Price Per Sqft: $252
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Aug 12 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Location

Direction & Address
City: EffortCommunity: Birch Hollow Estates

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PM-142232

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1920 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHas an HOAHOA Fee: $350/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.03 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PM-142232Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1152

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Clubhouse,Playground,Outdoor Pool

Around this home

What Locals Say about Effort

At least 62 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 31 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 19 % Say there are community events

  • 10 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 10 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Sjhanlon
    "My home is in the woods, feels like I am always on vacation when I am home. All the neighbors are friendly, we help them if needed and they help us if needed. I want to live here for the rest of my life with my husband. Look forward to my grandchildren coming to visit"
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  • Sjhanlon
    "The bus comes into our development. I do not need to use it yet but I am thankful it comes for when I will need it in the future"
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  • Sjhanlon
    "Good. Close to stores, libraries, service. Station, and banks. Good neighbors, low crime, lots of wildlife to enjoy. Close to family and friends. Lots of flea markets and local yard sales"
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  • Sjhanlon
    "Children deserve lots of one on one attention. So many nice quiet roads to walk and ride on. Lots wild animals and birds to see and hear. People talk to each other and are friendly. Great school, places to eat, plenty places to shop for food, new and used items."
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  • Margo J.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 11 years and I love it. The neighborhood is very family oriented "
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  • Angie.melendez
    "Simple commuter choice to work close to the supermarket and others. My community is safe and quiet. "
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  • Brian
    "Public School District is highly rated. nuisense crime is low; violent crime is low. Parents are welcome and engaged in township and other community organizations."
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  • Brian C.
    "Neighbors are more often than not Dog Lovers! ..... Love township dog walking park and hiking trails!"
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  • Crissy B.
    "Visiting near Poughkeepsie NY, but the drive is fine. Long, but fine. It's a good community, friendly and vibrant neighborhood. "
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  • Brian C.
    "Eclectic mix of homes farms resorts shops ranches vineyards old new vacation destinations NASCAR hunting swimming hiking fishing skiing boating camping - all within an hour's drive ..."
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  • Tony P.
    "great schools and areas. piece and quiet . beautiful fall foliage. All types of wildlife, Deer bear, fox,cayodes,.. all friendly. "
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  • Paola G.
    "it’s a very safe & quiet neighborhood !! people wave to each other all the time & walk their dogs without worrying about their safety"
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  • I
    "They would like all the open space for the dogs to run around and play. They wouldn't like the wild animals."
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  • coodie
    "church events, firefighters events, and races at the raceway. Car races in the summer is very special. People from near and far look forward in coming and participating in such event. family yard sales plays a major part in getting members of the community together especially those that are hosted by the churches. "
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  • Frary3452
    "love it here and quiet kids love it and the school we really like as well we do. hope to be able to find house within same school district "
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  • JLauruska
    "Convenient to shopping, highways, medical facilities, schools, entertainment, restaurants."
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  • msunique4u31
    "Very peaceful and thoughtful,loving people."
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Market trends in Effort

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
41
5MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$283K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-3.6%)
Since last year
Increased$62K (+28%)
Since last sale
Increased$197K (+231.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +142% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$282K
August 2026$283K
July 2026$293K
June 2026$298K
May 2026$229K
April 2026$205K
March 2026$209K
February 2026$189K
January 2026$186K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
177 Jay Rd, Effort, PA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$335,000
08/21/26
3
2
1,961
975 Lakeside Dr, Effort, PA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$325,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,404
3237 Woodcrest Ave, Effort, PA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$290,000
09/30/25
3
2
1,637
673 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$323,000
02/13/26
4
2
1,800
704 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$315,000
05/01/26
4
2
1,599
692 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$340,000
06/04/26
3
3
2,007
241 Squirrelwood Ct, Effort, PA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$345,000
03/09/26
3
2
2,032
132 Circle Dr, Albrightsville, PA
0.66
Single-Family Home
$230,000
06/22/26
3
1
1,056

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
616 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA 18330
0.08
$277,100
3
1
1,144
Off Market
194 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.07
-
-
-
-
Off Market
626 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.06
$364,600
3
2
1,644
Off Market
177 Jay Rd, Effort, PA 18330
0.11
$335,000
3
2
1,961
Recently Sold
660 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.16
$288,800
3
1.5
1,768
Off Market
3172 Woodcrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.18
$407,400
3
2.5
2,886
Off Market
580 Watercrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.21
$331,700
4
2
2,182
Off Market
3209 Woodcrest Ave #129, Effort, PA 18330
0.20
$449,900
3
2
3,613
For Sale
Lot 127 Woodcrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.21
-
-
-
-
Off Market
673 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA 18330
0.25
$323,000
4
2
1,800
Recently Sold
155 Jay Rd, Effort, PA 18330
0.23
$349,700
3
3
2,484
Off Market
3205 Woodcrest Ave, Effort, PA 18330
0.24
$370,600
3
1.5
2,524
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 12, 2026
Source: PMAR #PM-142232
Pending
$289,900
Jul 31, 2026
Source: PMAR #PM-142232
PriceChange
$289,900
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 16, 2026
Source: PMAR #PM-142232
Listed For Sale
$299,900
Dec 21, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$85,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Joanne L Dowd, At Your Service Realty, (570) 620-9800
Agent Phone: (570) 249-0731

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Frequently asked questions about 609 Rainbow Ter

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 609 Rainbow Ter?
    Based on a $289,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 609 Rainbow Ter in Effort, PA is approximately $1,979 (about $1,571 principal & interest, $333 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Effort?
    Residents describe Effort, PA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Effort, PA.
  • What are the closest schools to 609 Rainbow Ter?
    The closest schools to 609 Rainbow Ter in Effort, PA are Pleasant Valley El School (Elementary), Pleasant Valley High School (rated 5/10), Pleasant Valley Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 6/10).
  • What is 609 Rainbow Ter estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 609 Rainbow Ter in Effort, PA is $283,300.
  • Does 609 Rainbow Ter have air conditioning?
    Yes, 609 Rainbow Ter in Effort, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 609 Rainbow Ter have a pool?
    Yes, 609 Rainbow Ter in Effort, PA has a pool.
609 Rainbow Ter, Effort, PA 18330 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,152 sqft single-family home built in 1987. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by PMAR on Jun 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PM-142232.