Lower Saucon Township
Home values prices are on the up and up
Spanning a few different townships below the iconic steelmaking city, Outer South Bethlehem, Lower Saucon Township features a variety of places to live. "There are some nice little neighborhoods tucked between the fields and hills. Some of these are newer homes. Then, of course, you'll find some older homes and farmhouses that are a bit more historic." With limited housing supply and great demand in the community, the median home sales price has increased 10 percent in the last 12 months. A nearly 2,000-square-foot farmhouse on half an acre was recently valued at around $300,000; a 3,000-square-foot cottage close to Hellertown was listed for about $500,000; and a two-bedroom bungalow on 9 acres went up for around $650,000. The higher the square footage, acreage, or both, the higher the home prices by over a million.
Saucon Valley School District
Saucon Valley School District serves students in this townships. Saucon Valley Elementary School, Saucon Valley Middle School and Saucon Valley High School are all located on the same campus just outside the borough of Hellertown. Further to the east, in the more rural section of the community, students attend schools in the Wilson School District. Niche gives both school systems an A with high marks for academics, college readiness and the quality of their teachers.
From disc golf to pedaling along The Saucon Rail Trail
"Lower Saucon Township is popular among bikers who enjoy pedaling up and down the landscape's hills," Francis says. The Saucon Rail Trail runs from Upper to Lower Saucon Township for 7.5 miles. A portion of its multi-use path leads to an unstructured meadow where native plant species grow freely, and bees hop along flowers. The local Polk Valley Park has public sports fields, a playground and a dog park. Along the township's eastern edge, friends enjoy friendly competition within the wooded South Mountain Disc Golf Course. Five miles away in the Bethlehem community, the Saucon Valley Country Club boasts three 18-hole championship courses and a novice-level, six-hole course. Club members reap numerous other benefits and privileges, including access to four swimming pools.
Remote but connected
Even in its remote setting, the area is still near an array of shops and eateries. GIANT is centrally located on Leithsville Road for grocery hauls. Some farms also invite guests and offer their homegrown goods on location. At the local Black River Farms on Black River Road, visitors can sample wines made with grapes from its vineyard or savor spirits like Saucon Valley Rye and Peanut Butter Whiskey. Yianni's Taverna on Old Philadelphia Pike offers an upscale dining experience, with menu items like braised lamb shank over orzo. Just north, Hellertown has an array of eateries lining Main Street. Six miles from home, The Promenade Shops off Center Valley Parkway offers an AMC Theater and box chains like American Eagle Outfitters.Pop up events at the local farm
Black River Farm hosts various events, including Yoga and Wine Unwind on Saturday mornings and pop-ups like the Gather & Graze Charcuterie Workshop. They're also a venue for live music on the weekends.Cars are a must
As the area is vast and rural, cars are important here, and though bikes are used for recreation, they're not a method for getting around. The nearest international airport is Lehigh Valley International, around 12 miles north via Pennsylvania Route 378. St. Luke's University Hospital is about 6 miles from home along Wassergrass Road.
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Christopher Suarez
Photography Contributed By
Jesse Roehrer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Strickland
Michael Strickland
Responds QuicklyKurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(610) 679-8842
38 Total Sales
2 in Lower Saucon Township
$795K - $1.5M Price Range
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Mike Dorney
Mike Dorney
Weichert Realtors
(484) 623-9933
109 Total Sales
2 in Lower Saucon Township
$165K - $222K Price Range
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Ayon Codner
Ayon Codner
Keller Williams Real Estate - Allentown
(866) 721-8306
50 Total Sales
2 in Lower Saucon Township
$127K - $170K Price Range
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Randyl Walters
Randyl Walters
Keller Williams Northampton
(610) 580-2618
45 Total Sales
1 in Lower Saucon Township
$300,000 Price
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Barb Matty Matyszczak
Barb Matty Matyszczak
RE/MAX 440 - Doylestown
(844) 514-0829
138 Total Sales
1 in Lower Saucon Township
$345,000 Price
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Shabana Pathan
Shabana Pathan
Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem
(484) 666-3084
370 Total Sales
9 in Lower Saucon Township
$183K - $756K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
South Mountain Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Dimmick Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Freemansburg Canal Park
Polk Valley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Alfred J. Fritchman Reservoir Park
- Camping
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Southeastern Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lower Saucon Township | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Saucon Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Saucon Township, Williams Township sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Saucon Township, Williams Township over the last 12 months is $345,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$430,700
Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$363,100
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$712,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
121
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,958
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,512
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,766
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,241
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,749
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
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
11,469
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$104,296
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,904
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
44.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
4
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Main Street USA, in the heart of the Lehigh Valley
South Bethlehem
Mixed-use neighborhood featuring industry and a top university
Middletown
Convenience to Bethlehem with several modes of transportation
Freemansburg
Small borough of the Lehigh Valley with green spaces and a vibrant Main Street
Downtown Bethlehem
Festive, walkable neighborhood teeming with shops and eateries
Northeast Bethlehem
Suburban homes with convenient amenities and commuting ease in the Lehigh Valley
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