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$624,900

234-238 Kidder Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

Commercial Sale, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Property Size6,600 SF
Lot Size0.17 Acres
Price / SF$94.68
Days on Market6

Property Features for 234-238 Kidder Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning R1
Security features Security System
Exterior features Storage
Elementary school district Wilkes-Barre Area
Middle school district Wilkes-Barre Area
High school district Wilkes-Barre Area
Directions I-81 South to Exit 170B (Route 309 North / Cross Valley Expressway). Take the Kidder Street / Route 315 exit and follow Kidder Street toward the city, past the Wyoming Valley Mall. Property is on the corner of Kidder and Laurel. Sign on property.
Standard status Active
APN 73-H10SW2-004-015-000
Size 6,600 SF
Lot size 0.17 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 5072

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Baseboard, Propane (Heating), Natural Gas
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1920
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 3
Flooring type Hardwood, Tile - Ceramic
Building materials Stone, Vinyl Siding, Stucco
Roof type Asphalt
Additional Structures Storage
Listing Agency: C21 Jack Ruddy Real Estate · Century 21 Real Estate
Listed By: Patrick Joseph Devaney
Added: Oct 9 Changed: Oct 14 Last Checked: Oct 14 at 5:06PM
MLS# SC265148

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1920 mixed-use property combines two street-level storefronts with a 3,400-square-foot residential loft. The loft has four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, an open living, dining and kitchen area, two sunrooms and a private deck. Total finished building area is 6,600 square feet, with an additional 3,400-square-foot basement and walk-up attic storage. Construction includes stone, vinyl siding and stucco; interior finishes include hardwood and ceramic tile flooring.

The property occupies a 0.17-acre site at 234-238 Kidder Street in Wilkes-Barre and is zoned R1. Public water and sewer serve the building. Heating includes natural gas and propane, with baseboard distribution. One storefront is to be vacant at closing, while the other is occupied by a long-term commercial tenant. The building has four gas and water meters, three electric meters and a fourth electric meter base installed. A monitored, four-zone system covers smoke, fire and intrusion detection.

Key Highlights

  • 6,600 square feet of finished building area, including a 3,400‑square‑foot loft
  • Two street‑level storefronts; one delivered vacant at closing and one occupied by a long‑term commercial tenant
  • Residential loft includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 sunrooms and a private deck

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$54,886
Cap Rate
8.78%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,097,720 $1.1M
Cap Rate 7%
$784,086 $784.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$609,844 $609.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,600 SF
Gross rent
$87.1K $13.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$8.7K −$1.32/SF
EGI
$78.4K $11.88/SF
− OpEx
−$23.5K −$3.56/SF
NOI
$54.9K $8.32/SF
Area
Luzerne County, PA
Vacancy
10.00%
Lease Rate
$13.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,097,720
Cap Rate 7%
$784,086
Cap Rate 9%
$609,844

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$933.4K
$816.8K – $1.09M (±1% cap)
NOI $65,340 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.46%
Second Best
Retail
$784.1K
$686.1K – $914.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $54,886 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.78%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.09M
$1.83M – $2.44M (±1% cap)
NOI $146,362 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 23.42%
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Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Daycare Center Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Catering Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

1
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

784
Businesses Nearby
142k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 32% Home Improvements & Furnishings 30% Shops & Services 29% Groceries 7%
The Home Depot Home Improvements & Furnishings
40,896 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Gabe's Shops & Services
28,668 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
14,696 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Wendy's Dining
12,393 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Restaurant Depot Groceries
10,446 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 18702, PA

42,133
Population
19,738
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
78.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
539
Density / Sq Mi
$54,892
Median Household Income
$36,911
Median Earnings
$971
Median Rent
$115,700
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two street-level retail spaces are paired with a residential loft featuring sunrooms and a private deck.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 234-238 Kidder Street Wilkes Barre, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $624,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,600 square feet of finished building area, including a 3,400‑square‑foot loft; Two street‑level storefronts; one delivered vacant at closing and one occupied by a long‑term commercial tenant; Residential loft includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 sunrooms and a private deck
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