NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1968 Main St Bethlehem, PA 18017

Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $658,986 - $828,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,500 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 6, 2012

Last sale price $415,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,043 / mo

146 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Attic
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of January 2012

The bones of this barn restoration are perfect the use of space, the light, the feeling of time past all draw you into spaces that are warm & intimate yet light & large. The open center is still there, pegged beams, ladders & old barn beams define rooms of deceptive simplicity and absolute sophistication. The fireplace glow can be seen reflected on walls, the dining room is host to family dinners & wonderful parties. Corner windows in the kitchen alcove offer seasonal views. Loft space and 4 bedrooms, carefully-placed windows and clever built-ins bring the architect's touch to the second level. The fully-finished lower level has room for all the hobbies and all the history families acquire. New high efficiency heat keeps the 3500 sqft plus the lower level warm and still in budget. Timeless and trendsetting with the feel of something real, something old and the style of something edgy yet comfortable - the Barn in the City. Easily one of the most iconic homes in Bethlehem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Dorey

(610) 346-8811 info@doreyrealestate.com Carol C Dorey Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 6103468811 Listed on: 06/08/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Werner

(215) 794-3227 kwerner@kurfiss.com Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS303591

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,136

Year Built

  • Built in 1871

Lot Details

  • 22,295 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned RR

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • William Penn Elementary School
  • Liberty High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3A
  • Assessor Parcel Number N6SE1A-3-3A-0204

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,136

Year Built

Built in 1871

Lot Details

0.51 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Converted Barn
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1871
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Exposed Beams, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3500
  • Net Sq Ft: 3500.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 125.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: WILLIAM PENN
  • High School: LIBERTY

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 22295.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RR

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7136.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: N6SE1A-3-3A-0204
  • Tax Lot: 3A
  • Tax Year: 2011

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BETHLEHEM AREA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$724,997

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2011
Closed on
Jan 6, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carol Dorey
Carol C Dorey Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Werner
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-12.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%
Original Mortgage
$167,000
Interest Rate
0.04%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
-- None Listed On Document
$415,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $250,000
Previous Owner $100,000
Previous Owner $167,000
Previous Owner $165,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/06/2012 01/06/12 Sold $415,000 -5.5% $119 / Sq Ft
11/01/2011 11/01/11 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2011 07/14/11 Price Changed $439,000 -7.6% $125 / Sq Ft
06/08/2011 06/08/11 For Sale $475,000 -- $136 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $1,104 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2025 $1,104 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2024 $9,033 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2023 $9,033 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2022 $8,963 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2021 $8,903 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2020 $8,818 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2019 $8,788 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2018 $8,575 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2017 $8,472 $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2016 -- $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2015 -- $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
2014 -- $102,200 $40,900 $61,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Carol Dorey

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Carol Dorey

    Carol C Dorey Real Estate

    (610) 346-8811

    19 Total Sales

    Carol Dorey
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  • Kathleen Werner

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Kathleen Werner

    Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

    (215) 802-1933

    25 Total Sales

    Kathleen Werner
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004417890

Bright MLS

APN: N6SE1A-3-3A-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18017 Downtown Bethlehem

1968 Main St, Bethlehem, PA

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