Why Live in Jenkins
Next to the town of Pittston, Jenkins is home to both residential and industrial areas in Luzerne County. The eastern part is the industrial sector with distribution centers for Lowe’s and The Home Depot; there’s also an Amazon Fulfillment Center nearby. Interstates 81 and 476 bisect the area, and train tracks also separate the industrial sector from the residential, where cul-de-sacs are lined with single-family homes typically priced under $350,000. The overall CAP Index Crime Score is 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Jenkins offers a variety of recreation and restaurants and appeals to homebuyers looking for affordability and direct access to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s major interstates. Jenkins’ subdivisions are characterized by cul-de-sacs and grassy lawns. Some homes perch on hillsides offering mountain views, while other lots lie on level ground. Split-level homes often have basements or attached, ground-level garages. Alternatively, buyers may opt for a renovated 1920s multi-story Craftsman-style home with a front porch. Single-family home prices range from about $140,000 to $340,000. The median price here hovers around $174,000, which is significantly
Home Trends in Jenkins, PA
On average, homes in Jenkins, PA sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Jenkins, PA over the last 12 months is $172,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$172,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$178,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$72,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$310,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median List Price
$179,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%