NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1123 Russell Ave Fountain Hill, PA 18015

Estimated Value: $251,000 - $301,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft
$137/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $210,500 $102 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,894/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of October 2021

OFFERS RECEIVED - ALL HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE BY NOON TODAY - Thursday 9/23. Spacious 5BR 2BA Fountain Hill Brick Twin. Enter into a warm & inviting foyer area, with HWD flr & large closet, that flows into an open concept LR & DR offering wall to wall carpeting (HWD underneath) & ceiling lite/fans. Beyond the DR is an updated Kitchen featuring dark oak cabinets, recessed lights, tile flr, ceiling lite/fan, abundant counter space & door to a backyard paradise presenting a large 22'x19' deck w/pergola & canopy, plus a shed w/electric. 2nd flr boasts 3 nice sized BRs with closets, 2 BRs have carpet & ceiling lite/fans; 1 BR has wood laminate flr & ceiling light, plus a full BA with a claw foot tub & shower, wainscoting & single bowl vanity. A finished 3rd flr presents 2 more BRs & another full BA with tub/shower, sink vanity & linen closet. The full basement has a large laundry/workshop area with cabinets, shelving & utility sink; plus finished office/play room area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Kucharik

Weichert Realtors Listed on: 09/20/2021

Weichert Realtors

Co-Listed By

Bonnie Sankovsky

Weichert Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Heimbach

RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate

RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,369

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 1,999 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20 x 100
  • Sloped Lot

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 2.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dining Room
  • City Lights Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Expansion Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 642711356974001

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,369

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Semi Detached/Twin
  • Style: Colonial
  • Technology: Cable, Smk Detector Battery
  • County Assessment: 135800.00
  • Stories: 2.5
  • View: City Lights
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Expandable Attic, Laundry Lower Level
  • Floor: Hardwood, Laminate/Resilient, Tile, Vinyl, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Basement: Full, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room: Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 102.38
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 2056
  • Square Footage: 2206
  • Total Room Count: 11

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Covered Patio, Deck, Insulated Glass, Patio, Porch, Sidewalk, Utility Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Off & On Street

Utilities

  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Electric, Oil
  • Hot Water: Oil, Summer/Winter Hookup
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Bethlehem
  • Elementary School: Fountain Hill
  • Middle School: Broughal
  • High School: Liberty

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.046
  • Lot Dimensions: 20 x 100
  • Lots: Public Road, Paved Road, Sloped
  • Lot Size: 1-6000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1999
  • Zoning Code: MHDR

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 642711356974001
  • County Taxes: 513.32
  • Municipal Taxes: 1305.04
  • Total Taxes: 4368.68

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 2550.32

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2025
Sold by
Lehman Robert A and Lehman Amanda L
Bought by
Lehman Family Revocable Trust and Lehman
Current Estimated Value
$280,983

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2021
Closed on
Oct 29, 2021
Sold by
Crocus Theodore J and Crocus Mary L
Bought by
Lehman Robert A and Lehman Amanda L
Seller's Agent
Karen Kucharik
Weichert Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Tim Heimbach
RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate
List Price
$214,900
Sold Price
$210,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,400
-2.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.83%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1985
Sold by
Stershic Michael and Stershic Sybil
Bought by
Crocus Theodore J and Crocus Mary L

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 1978
Bought by
Stershic Michael and Stershic Sybil
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lehman Family Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Lehman Robert A $210,500 Tradition Abstract Llc
Crocus Theodore J $53,000 --
Stershic Michael $32,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lehman Robert A $199,500
Previous Owner Crocus Theodore J $25,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $210,500 -3.0% $102 / Sq Ft
09/23/2021 09/23/21 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2021 09/23/21 Price Changed $217,000 +1.0% $106 / Sq Ft
09/20/2021 09/20/21 For Sale $214,900 -- $105 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,499 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2024 $4,318 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2023 $4,306 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2022 $4,369 $135,800 $127,500 $8,300
2021 $4,351 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2020 $4,267 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2019 $4,226 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2018 $4,045 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2017 $3,763 $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2016 -- $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2015 -- $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
2014 -- $135,800 $8,300 $127,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 679097

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 642711356974-1