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West Bethlehem, a quiet partner to downtown
For those who want to be close to the attractions of downtown Bethlehem but prefer a slower-paced residential community or quicker access to bigger shopping and Allentown, West Bethlehem provides. Encompassing a region north of the Lehigh River and west of Monocacy Creek, West Bethlehem developed as a suburban area focused on maintaining natural green spaces and giving its residents a quiet community area. In 2003, when the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, the communities of Bethlehem ensured that new businesses and venues would have a chance to flourish. “When big industries leave, people usually find a new city to move to, but people here reinvented themselves so they could stay,” says Realtor Lenore Mohr, owner of Pure Light Reinvest, who has been selling homes in the area for eight years. With a quick bike or car ride across Fred B. Rooney Highway, residents can be right in the heart of Bethlehem.
West Bethlehem is surrounded by hilly forests and rivers.
The Lehigh & Delaware Trail is a favorite spot for West Bethlehem residents to fish.
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Shopping centers and local businesses along West Broad
There are a few main commercial areas around the neighborhood, giving residents access to big-name stops like Aldi, Weis and Target, alongside chain retailers, national banking locations and more. Community personality can be found in the local businesses that line West Broad Street, where cyclists go to Action Wheels Bike Shop for tune-ups, and people take Pilates classes at SteelCore Studio. MINT Gastropub specializes in indulgent bar food and game day dishes while offering patrons vegan options. Meanwhile, the family-run Orizaba Mexican & Costa Rican Kitchen offers Latin American fusion, with people chatting over shrimp tacos and drinks at their outdoor patio. As West Bethlehem directly borders downtown Bethlehem, residents can access all of the trendy breweries and venues downtown offers in just a few minutes.
Action Wheels Bike Shop offers everything you need to get out on the trails.
If you are in the mood for tacos with fresh ingredients in West Bethlehem, head to Orizaba.
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Annual events amongst the roses and music scene
“If someone’s looking for bigger events, they would go to downtown Bethlehem,” says Jennifer Schimmel, associate broker and part owner with Keller Williams Real Estate. “To be near downtown is a huge draw for homebuyers.” In the summers, the 10-day Musikfest is the place to be, featuring hundreds of music performances, comedians and local artisans on the 10-acre steel mill turned music venue, SteelStacks. From June to October, the Bethlehem Rose Garden Farmers Market features local produce and live music.
Volunteers take care of the beautiful rose gardens in West Bethlehem.
Visit unique statues in the Bethlehem Rose Garden in West Bethlehem.
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A variety of architecture and views in West Bethlehem
With residential streets lined with sidewalks and gardens carefully attended to, West Bethlehem offers a small-town, suburban vibe. Trees shade green front lawns and little community library boxes on street corners, residents out walking their dogs in the cool mornings. The Kaywin subdivision has plenty of three-bedroom ranch homes, typically selling in the $200,000 to $300,000 range. Meanwhile, areas like the Clearview Manor subdivision and the Mount Airy Historic District by the river have larger homes, with Craftsman foursquares and brick Colonial Revivals selling between $350,000 and $400,000. Most properties in the area are detached homes, but there’s still an almost equal mix of renters and owners in the neighborhood.
Gorgeous landscaping is a common feature for West Bethlehem homes.
Unique Spanish Revival homes can be found mixed in throughout West Bethlehem.
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On the path to Liberty High
Most schools in the area fall under the Bethlehem Area School District, and kids can start at Calypso Elementary School, which receives a B from Niche. It incorporates the evidence-based “Leader in Me” learning model, enabling children to take charge of their actions and learning. Students move on to Nitschmann Middle, which receives a B-minus, before finishing basic education at Liberty High. With an overall B on Niche and an A-minus for clubs and activities, Liberty High is in the top percentile for best high schools in Northampton County.
Liberty High School has scored an overall B grade from Niche.
Calypso Elementary has a student to teacher ratio of 12 to 1.
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Clearview Park and scenic trails abound
At Clearview Park, residents volley on the tennis and pickleball courts while kids run around the playground, and everyone is welcome to cool off in the community pool in the summer. For scenic strolls, the Bethlehem Rose Garden welcomes visitors and volunteers. It was first planted in 1931, and the 500 roses and perennials are in most robust bloom during Rosefest in June and July. For cyclists, the Delaware and Lehigh Trail at the Sand Island Trail Head is a popular starting point for miles of paved trails.
Work on your game at the basketball courts in Clearview Park.
Get some exercise along the Lehigh & Delaware Trail.
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Traveling via Rooney Highway
West Bethlehem is bordered by Lehigh Valley Thruway and Fred B. Rooney Highway, and there are several bus stops along the main thoroughfare of West Broad Street.
Buses stop at many locations along West Broad Street in West Bethlehem.
Commuters of West Bethlehem will love the easy access to Route 378 and Route 22.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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West Bethlehem Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Bethlehem, Bethlehem sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Bethlehem, Bethlehem over the last 12 months is $315,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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