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Corner-Lot Duplex with Garage

161 N Main Street Plains, PA 18705

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For Sale
$179,900

MULTI_FAMILY - Plains, PA

Property size:
1,792 SF
Lot size:
0.22 Acres
Price / SF:
$100/SF
Added:
May 6, 2026
Days on Market:
68
Last Refresh:
Jul 12 at 8:06 pm

Property Features for 161 N Main Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Apartment Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Basement
Parking features
Off Street
Exterior features
Aluminum
Basement
Dirt Floor, Concrete, Full
Standard status
Active
APN
50-G10NE4022001
Size
1,792 SF
Lot size
0.22 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2221

Utilities

Heating system
Steam
Water source
Public

Building Details

Roof type
Shingle

Listing agent Steve Shemo License #RS202798L

Listing office Classic Properties Kingston 392 Wyoming Ave, Clarks Summit, PA

Listing date May 6, 2026

MLS# 26-1949 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 Luzerne County Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex offers two separate units on a corner lot, with a detached garage included. The first floor is currently rented as a 2-bedroom unit. The second floor is currently vacant and configured as a 1-bedroom unit, making it available for an incoming owner-operator or a new tenant selection.

The property is located at 161 N Main Street in Plains, Pennsylvania, within Apartment Residential zoning. The site is sized at 0.2215 acres, providing a compact footprint with the residential duplex structure and detached garage on the corner.

For buyers seeking a straightforward residential income setup, the current occupancy provides immediate rental continuity with one unit, while the vacant unit allows flexibility for a new lease from day one. The duplex configuration and detached garage can also appeal to tenants looking for convenient, practical daily living space within a single property.

Key Highlights

  • Solid duplex with basement and 3 total bedrooms across two units
  • 2nd‑floor unit is 1BR and currently vacant, offering a choice for occupancy
  • 1st‑floor unit is rented as a 2BR unit

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $22.6k $12.60
− Vacancy −$1.9k −$1.07
EGI $20.7k $11.53
− OpEx −$6.2k −$3.46
NOI $14.5k $8.07
1,792 SF · lease $12.60/SF/yr · vacancy 8.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$206.6K
$180.8K – $241.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,462 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.04%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$191.6K
$167.7K – $223.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $13,413 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.46%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$567.7K
$496.7K – $662.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $39,739 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 22.09%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

John P Brady ... Physician Doctor's Diet Plan Medical Clinic Aaron Kaufer City Government Office The Main Bean Cafe & Coffee Shop Mark J. Sobeck ... Building Consultant

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Skin Care Clinic Grocery & Convenience Store Grocery & Convenience Store Garden Center Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service Pharmacy Home Appliance Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit duplex on a corner lot with a detached garage, offering a mix of occupied and vacant space.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 161 N Main Street Plains, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $179,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Solid duplex with basement and 3 total bedrooms across two units; 2nd‑floor unit is 1BR and currently vacant, offering a choice for occupancy; 1st‑floor unit is rented as a 2BR unit
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