NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1249 Mechanic St Bethlehem, PA 18015

Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $179,001 - $209,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,374 Sq Ft
$142/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 27, 2020

Last sale price $125,000 $91 Per Sq Ft

Est. 56% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,058/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Fenced Yard
  • 3-minute walk to Bethlehem Skateplaza

About This Home

As of November 2020

Home Sweet Home! Here in the heart of Bethlehem, come join in the action! This well maintained home is looking for new owners to just move in and relax. You will enjoy the high ceilings, large kitchen, FIRST floor FULL bath, Mini-split system throughout the home! No more need to mess with window units! (10 years left on the transferable warranty). Close to major highways, not to mention the beautiful Wind Creek Casino and everything else this great city has to offer! Schedule your showing today as this one will not last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ali Fernandez

IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley Listed on: 09/22/2020

Co-Listed By

Thomas Heil

Acre and Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Schoup

Morganelli Properties LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,163

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,928 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,374 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dining Area
  • City Lights Views
  • Gas Oven

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Basement

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

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Mini Split Heat Pump
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 101 to 200 Amp Service
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number P6SE2B 5 11 0204

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,163

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Semi Detached/Twin
  • Style: Victorian
  • County Assessment: 25100.00
  • View: City Lights
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Exception: Unknown
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Laundry Hookup, Oven Gas
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Second
  • Floor: Laminate/Resilient, Tile
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Price Per Square Foot: 90.98
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1374
  • Square Footage: 1374
  • Total Room Count: 10

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Aluminum, Shingle, Vinyl
  • Exterior: Covered Porch, Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off & On Street

Utilities

  • Amperage: 200
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Mini Split
  • Heat Type: Electric, Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Mini Split, Oil, Radiator
  • Hot Water: Electric, Summer/Winter Hookup
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Bethlehem

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.067
  • Lot Size: 1-6000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2928
  • Zoning Code: Rm-Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: P6SE2B 5 11 0204
  • County Taxes: 296.18
  • Municipal Taxes: 457.32
  • Total Taxes: 2163.37

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 1409.87

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
Nov 27, 2020
Sold by
Gerstenberg Richard C and Gersenberg Starr
Bought by
Morales Irma and Morales Iris
Seller's Agent
Ali Fernandez
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
Christine Schoup
Morganelli Properties LLC
List Price
$129,000
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-3.1%
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$195,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.81%
Original Mortgage
$114,468
Outstanding Balance
$103,245
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,307

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1999
Bought by
Gerstenberg Richard C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1996
Bought by
Not Provided
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Morales Irma $125,000 First United Land Transfer I
Gerstenberg Richard C $50,500 --
Not Provided -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Morales Irma $114,468
Previous Owner Gerstenberg Starr M $39,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2020 11/27/20 Sold $125,000 -3.1% $91 / Sq Ft
09/26/2020 09/26/20 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $129,000 -- $94 / 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 $271 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2024 $2,219 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2023 $2,219 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2022 $2,201 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2021 $2,186 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2020 $2,166 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2019 $2,158 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2018 $2,106 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2017 $2,081 $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2016 -- $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2015 -- $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
2014 -- $25,100 $6,500 $18,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Ali Fernandez

    IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley

  • Thomas Heil

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Thomas Heil

    Acre and Estate

    (484) 550-2616

    8 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Thomas Heil
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Christine Schoup

    Morganelli Properties LLC

    2 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Christine Schoup
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 648943

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: P6SE2B-5-11-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18015 Downtown Bethlehem

1249 Mechanic St, Bethlehem, PA

This home is located at 1249 Mechanic St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 since 22 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $195,000, approximately $141 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1249 Mechanic St is a home located in Northampton County with nearby schools including Donegan Elementary School, Broughal Middle School, and Freedom High School.

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