Coopersburg Historic District
Well preserved historic homes
Houses in Coopersburg radiate from Main Street. Many of the homes lining this central thoroughfare reflect Queen Anne, Victorian and Colonial Revival-style properties that are well-maintained to preserve the area's charm. “We can’t tell everyone to paint their door red but there’s certainly the idea that we’re honoring a particular character here,” Paashaus says. Outward from Main Street, more ‘50s-era ranch-style homes, Craftsman residences and bungalows enter the architectural scene — a few Tudor-style houses settle among them. Within Coopersburg’s most rural reaches, lot sizes get larger and homes newer and grander. Estates with stone facades and sloped roofs are common as are sprawling yards with fresh checkerboard mow lines. A two-bedroom with opportunities for updates might sell for $200,000 in Coopersburg, a three-bedroom Victorian for $330,000 and a four-bedroom colonial for $450,000. Sprawling residences can travel toward a million.Investing in pedestrian pathways
The Coopersburg Historic District is investing heavily in pedestrian pathways which has led to new sidewalks, crosswalks, bike paths and streetlights along Main Street. “The streetlights are modeled off the gas lamp lights we used in the 18th century,” Paashaus says. Restaurants and shops sit close together in the historic district, making it easy for locals to get to most of what they need on foot. The area also offers a shared ride service that will take residents to shopping centers within Coopersburg proper. The nearest airport is Lehigh Valley International, 13 miles south via American Parkway.
Public and private education
Students in Coopersburg are served by the Southern Lehigh Valley School District and Palisades School District. They may attend Liberty Bell Elementary School, Southern Lehigh Middle School and Palisades High School. The elementary and middle earn an A rating from Niche while the high school earns a B-plus. The high school also offers career pathway programs in education, engineering, business and more. The area's youngest may also attend St. Michael the Archangel School for private elementary education.Coopersburg Community Day
For the past 30 years, The Coopersburg Historical Society has hosted the annual Coopersburg Community Day. Held on Saturdays, the event is free to the public and features live music, vendors, activities for the kids and food and drink options. The historical society museum is also located on the second floor of Borough Hall anytime locals want to travel through the neighborhood's timeline.The inside scoop on dining out
The three main spots people head to in Coopersburg for dinner, drinks and dessert are Coopersburg Diner, Sage Alley Brewery and Inside Scoop — all are either on or within walking distance of Main Street. According to Paashaus, they each have their own unique place and history in the community. “The brewery was converted out of an old house on Main Street and Inside Scoop used to be a lawnmower repair shop. It’s very vintage on the inside. The diner has been a staple for over a decade.” For groceries, locals can visit Giant on Fairmont Road. They may also head to The Promenade Shops in Saucon Township for its AMC Theater, American Eagle Outfitters, Athleta and more.
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Explore the Saucon Rail Trail
Coopersburg's main outdoor attractions are the Southern Lehigh Memorial Park on Fairmount Street and the Saucon Rail Trail which runs from Upper to Lower Saucon Township for 7.5 miles. “The rail trail used to be a railroad,” says local and Realtor Jeffrey Torchia of Preferred Properties Plus. “You’ll always see people out riding their bikes and walking it.” Along the trail, neighbors can stop at an unstructured meadow where native plant species grow freely and bees hop along flowers. Southern Lehigh Memorial Park also offers its own woodland trail, public athletic fields and it's the event site for the annual Coopersburg Community Day.
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Written By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sureya Lococo
Sureya Lococo
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate
(484) 666-0504
121 Total Sales
1 in Coopersburg Historic District
$289,900 Price
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Marcie Purcell
Marcie Purcell
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate Cassidon Realty
(267) 356-4807
45 Total Sales
1 in Coopersburg Historic District
$315,000 Price
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Jill Barbera
Jill Barbera
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(484) 922-9901
233 Total Sales
1 in Coopersburg Historic District
$236,000 Price
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Shelby Miller
Shelby Miller
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Group
(267) 329-0130
87 Total Sales
1 in Coopersburg Historic District
$285,500 Price
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Tara Huber
Tara Huber
Responds QuicklyMain St. Realtors
(267) 551-6749
34 Total Sales
1 in Coopersburg Historic District
$313,500 Price
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DIANE CLELAND LOGAN
DIANE CLELAND LOGAN
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
(484) 806-1716
148 Total Sales
2 in Coopersburg Historic District
$286K - $330K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Upper Saucon Township Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Southern Lehigh Living Memorial Community Park
South Mountain Big Rock Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Benner Memorial Park
Robert Keller Park
Veterans Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Coopersburg Historic District | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Coopersburg Historic District Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Coopersburg Historic District, Coopersburg sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Coopersburg Historic District, Coopersburg over the last 12 months is $313,900, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$313,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,150,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$313,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$328
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
493
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,772
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,549
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,710
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,000
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,446
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.1%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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