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    Corner-Lot Duplex with Garage Title is generated by Realmo AI

    161 N Main Street, Plains, PA 18705

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    $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:
    58
    Last Refresh:
    Jul 2 at 3:06 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
    Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2
    Parking features
    Off Street
    Exterior features
    Aluminum
    Basement
    Full, Concrete, Dirt Floor
    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

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    Steve Shemo

    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.

    HighLights

    • Solid duplex with rental setup: 1st floor 2BR unit and 2nd floor 1BR unit (vacant).
    • Detached garage and off‑street parking on a corner lot.
    • Public water and steam heating.
    • Shingle roof and aluminum exterior.

    Overview

    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.

    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 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 Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Plains
    County
    Luzerne
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -75.847732
    Latitude
    41.278587

    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 rental setup: 1st floor 2BR unit and 2nd floor 1BR unit (vacant).; Detached garage and off‑street parking on a corner lot.; Public water and steam heating.
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