OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2025 for $340K

$409,005

•

2,316

sq ft

261 Merry Hl, Cresco, PA 18326

About this home

Property is under contract and accepting backup offers only at this time. Step into timeless charm with this 1923-built 2 bedroom home nestled on over 9 private acres in the heart of Paradise. Featuring original woodwork and surrounded by nature, this property offers unmatched tranquility with mature trees and total privacy. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or hunting lodge, this versatile home is a perfect match. Conveniently located just minutes from Mount Airy Casino, Camelback Mountain's ski resort, and water parks, it's a rare blend of seclusion and accessibility. Have your agent put this one on your list—there are rarely properties of this size available in Paradise Township, and you won't want to miss this opportunity!'' E

Single-familyProperty Type

1923Year Built

9.15 acresLot Size

$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Elizabeth Casciano • Carr Realty of the Poconos

Bought with Gregory Lukomski • Poconos Properties Real Estate, Inc.

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Redfin Estimate

$409,005

$69K since sold in March 2025$2,000 since October

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 11.7% higher than the average sale price ($366K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$355,000
A
2 beds2 baths2,424 sq ft
209 Grange Rd, Mount Pocono, PA 18344
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$380,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,317 sq ft
286 Route 390, Cresco, PA 18326
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$345,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,380 sq ft
254 Lower Swiftwater Rd, Cresco, PA 18326
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$260,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths3,069 sq ft
432 Upper Swiftwater Rd, Cresco, PA 18326
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$407,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,693 sq ft
112 Green Chapel Ln, Cresco, PA 18326
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$449,387
F
4 beds2 baths3,449 sq ft
331 Cranberry Creek Rd, Cresco, PA 18326

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$3,435/mo

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Market trends in 18344, PA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

95.9%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$277K

$27K MoM

Avg. days on market

35d

20 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$314,900
3 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
687 White Oak Rd, Cresco, PA 18326
$425,000
3 beds3 baths2,008 sq ft
3417 Spruce Cabin Rd, Cresco, PA 18326
$1,299,000
4 beds4.5 baths9,436 sq ft
144 Ladderback Ln, Cresco, PA 18326
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Sale history for 261 Merry Hl

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,392 (+3.4%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2025

$3,279 (+8.6%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2024

$3,018 (+7.4%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2023

$2,810 (+1.8%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2022

$2,759

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2021

$2,759

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2020

$2,759 (−14.1%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2019

$3,213 (+34.2%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2018

$2,394 (−1.2%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2017

$2,422 (−2.4%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2015

$2,481

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

Tax history for 261 Merry Hl

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,392 (+3.4%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2025

$3,279 (+8.6%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2024

$3,018 (+7.4%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2023

$2,810 (+1.8%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2022

$2,759

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2021

$2,759

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2020

$2,759 (−14.1%)

$22,080 + $90,910

$112,990

2019

$3,213 (+34.2%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2018

$2,394 (−1.2%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2017

$2,422 (−2.4%)

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

2015

$2,481

$3,610 + $10,960

$14,570

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.52 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,797

Year built

1923

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Monroe County

APN

11 5 2 22

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 22, 2026.

R-1

Low-Density Residential District

The R-1 District is primarily designed to provide low-density development in areas where public sewer and water are not available and to provide diverse housing in the township. Such uses might include low-density permanent and seasonal residences as well as open recreational areas, membership clubs, camps, wildlife preserves and other types of uses that would be compatible with the surrounding environment.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Communications tower

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Oil

Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Appliances: Electric Range, Water Heater, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished, Concrete

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass

Building Information
Entry Level: 1
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,316
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Other Structures: Storage

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential
Common Walls: No Common Walls

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Other
Lot Size Area: 9.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 9.15
Zoning Description: Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,109.18

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: 611 in Swiftwater to Sanofi and Lower Swiftwater Road. Make a left on Carlton Road and follow to Merry Hill Road on Right. 257 and 261 on Left.
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,797
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Monroe County
APN: 11 5 2 22

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 21, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Pocono Mountain School District website to verify.

Swiftwater El Center

Public K-3 • 1.6mi

5/10

Pocono Mountain East Junior High School

Public 7-8 • 1.9mi

5/10

Pocono Mountain East High School

Public 9-12 • 1.9mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

7% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Cresco, PA • 18326

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

8.7 hrs

3.5 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$389,000 – $471,000

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Home values near 261 Merry Hl

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
309 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1110 Sq. Ft.	$217,696
257 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 816 Sq. Ft.	$183,700
196 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$283,570
1670 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$368,289
200 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$371,024

Address	Redfin Estimate
289 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2436 Sq. Ft.	$323,670
193 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2747 Sq. Ft.	$478,773
183 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1992 Sq. Ft.	$351,996
1692 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2466 Sq. Ft.	$362,621
1677 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$168,010

Address	Redfin Estimate
290 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2031 Sq. Ft.	$334,343
295 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1308 Sq. Ft.	$305,862
221 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3440 Sq. Ft.	$860,104
1672 Merry Hill Road, Cresco, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$294,301
240 Keokee Chapel Lane, Cresco, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$271,961

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