NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1227 Lorain Ave Bethlehem, PA 18018

Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $399,000 - $526,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,173 Sq Ft
$203/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2017

Last sale price $330,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,488/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • 0.16 Acre Lot
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • City Lights View
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2017

Charming traditional colonial in the heart of Bethlehem. Well cared for 4 bedroom, 2 and 1/2 bath home. Living room with a fireplace and hardwood floors. Well appointed kitchen and formal dining room. First floor office for convenience. 4 bedrooms and a balcony upstairs. Lower level is partially fiinished for added living space. Covered porch in back with a garage and tree lined yard. Central air a plus.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Lucas-Mantz

IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley Listed on: 07/21/2017

IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

Connie Boyer

Weichert Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,524

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned Rt

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,173 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • City Lights Views
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Expansion Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Liberty High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 101 to 200 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number N6SE4A-15-1-0204

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,524

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Traditional
  • Technology: Cable
  • County Assessment: 62500.00
  • Miscellaneous: Historic
  • Stories: 2.0
  • View: City Lights
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Garage Door, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Oven Gas, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Center Island, Den/Office, Expandable Attic, Extended Family Qtrs, Laundry First, Laundry Lower Level, Traditional
  • Floor: Hardwood, Tile, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Basement: Full, Lower Level, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Walk-Out
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Second Kitchen, Dining Room, Modern Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 151.86
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 2173
  • Square Footage: 2973
  • Total Room Count: 12

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Shingle, Wood
  • Exterior: Balcony, Covered Porch, Curbs, Patio, Screens, Sidewalk, Storm Door
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass, Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Detached
  • Number Of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Off & On Street

Utilities

  • Amperage: 200
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
  • Heat Type: Gas, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Bethlehem
  • High School: Liberty

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.160
  • Lot Dimensions: 53 x 119 Irreg.
  • Lots: Corner, Flat, Public Road
  • Lot Size: 6001-10000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6970
  • Zoning Code: Rt

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: N6SE4A-15-1-0204
  • County Taxes: 675.00
  • Municipal Taxes: 1196.25
  • Total Taxes: 5524.38

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 3653.13

MLS Schools

  • School District: Bethlehem
  • HighSchool: Liberty

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 21, 2017
Closed on
Sep 15, 2017
Sold by
Paquette Michael G and Paquette Miichelle L
Bought by
Polley David
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Lucas-Mantz
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
Connie Boyer
Weichert Realtors
List Price
$334,900
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.46%
Current Estimated Value
$446,476

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$116,476
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.20%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Outstanding Balance
$275,963
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$147,656

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2009
Sold by
Prtwein Mark J
Bought by
Paquette Michael G and Paquette Michele L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1999
Bought by
Ortwein Mark J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Polley David $330,000 Vast Abstract Llc
Paquette Michael G $275,000 None Available
Ortwein Mark J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Polley David $330,000
Previous Owner Paquette Michael G $247,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2017 09/15/17 Sold $330,000 -1.5% $152 / Sq Ft
07/31/2017 07/31/17 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2017 07/21/17 For Sale $334,900 -- $154 / 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 $675 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2024 $5,524 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2023 $5,524 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2022 $5,481 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2021 $5,444 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2020 $5,393 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2019 $5,374 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2018 $5,244 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2017 $5,181 $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2016 -- $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2015 -- $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
2014 -- $62,500 $16,800 $45,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kimberly Lucas-Mantz

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Kimberly Lucas-Mantz

    IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley

    (610) 393-0958

    1 in this area

    44 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Connie Boyer

    Weichert Realtors

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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 553441

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: N6SE4A-15-1-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18018 Downtown Bethlehem

1227 Lorain Ave, Bethlehem, PA

This home is located at 1227 Lorain Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18018 since 21 July 2017 and is currently estimated at $440,145, approximately $202 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 1227 Lorain Ave is a home located in Northampton County with nearby schools including William Penn El School, Northeast Middle School, and Liberty High School.

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