$365,000
SOLD AUG 26, 2025

223 Behrens Rd Jim Thorpe, PA 18229

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,536 Sq Ft
0.89 Acres

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Docks
  • Boat Ramp
  • Second Kitchen
  • Boating
  • Public Water Access
  • Private Pool

About This Home

As of August 2025

DON'T MISS THIS ONE!!! The custom hewn LOG CABIN sided 3 bed 1.5 bath ranch home with an stone faced attached 3 car heated garage and a 1 car detached live-edge wood sided garage in SHORT TERM RENTAL FRIENDLY BEAR CREEK LAKES!! A huge second living space above the garage with kitchenette and half bath provides added privacy!! Main bathroom features radiant floor heating, updated fixtures, and beautiful tile work. Living room has hardwood flooring and a propane fireplace that maintains the rustic atmosphere seen outside. Three split unit air conditioners keep it comfortable for year round living. The hot tub will keep you and your guests relaxed in the large wooded backyard setting so desired here in the POCONOS! House also boasts a newer septic system only about 5 years old providing peace of mind for the new owner! Community offers a private 162 acre lake, swimming pool, clubhouse, basketball, tennis, pickleball, and volleyball courts! An easy drive from NYC, NJ, and Philly and in the heart of everything the Poconos has to offer! Minutes from historic downtown Jim Thorpe yet set in the rural mountains! DON'T WAIT!! Schedule your showing today!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Johnston

Bear Mountain Real Estate LLC License #RS362662 Listed on: 03/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

(Scranton) GSAR Member

NON MEMBER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,593

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.89 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 77x345x173x333
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $85 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Heated Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway
  • 6 Open Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Forest
  • Rural

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Log Cabin
  • Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stone Veneer

Interior Spaces

  • 1,536 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Chandelier
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Primary bathroom on main floor

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Property is near a marina
  • Property is near a beach
  • Property is near a lake
  • Boat Ramp
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • On Site Septic
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 51A-51-222MV

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include security, maintenance road
  • Bear Creek Lakes Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to allowable golf cart usage in the community

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Party Room

Recreation

  • Boating
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Outdoor Game Court
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Children's Pool
  • Fishing

Building Details

  • Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,593

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$85 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Directions: GPS Friendly. From State Route 903, turn onto Behrens Rd. House is on the left.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Architectural Style: Log Home, Raised Ranch, Ranch
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Reso Fencing: See Remarks
  • Reso Furnished: Unfurnished
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level, In Kitchen, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.89
  • View Type:Pond View: Forest, Rural, Trees/Woods
  • Reso Association Amenities: Security, Clubhouse, Party Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Golf Carts Allowed, Outdoor Pool, Children's Pool, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball, Basketball Court, Game Court Exterior
  • Co List Office Phone: 570-325-3300
  • Outside Inclusions: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer.
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Bear Creek Lakes
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1536.0
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Public Records
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Structure Type: House
  • Reso Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Plan Zoning: Resi
  • Room Type: Other
  • Location Tax and Legal Parcel Number2: 51A-51-222MV
  • Location Tax and Legal County Tax Amount2: 798.2
  • Location Tax and Legal School Tax Amount2: 2794.93
  • Location Tax and Legal Tax Annual Amount2: 3593.13
  • Location Tax and Legal Zoning Description2: Residential
  • General Property Information:Bathrooms Half: 1
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 1536.0
  • General Property Information Living Area2: 1536.0
  • General Property Information Stories2: 2
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Pool Private YN: Yes
  • General Property Information Carport YN: No
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.89
  • General Property Information Lot Size Dimensions: 77x345x173x333
  • Location Tax and Legal Tax Year2: 2024
  • General Property Information Compensation Paid on Sellers Assist YN2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Raised Ranch: Yes
  • Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • Laundry Features Washer Hookup: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Hardwood: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Electric 200 Amp Service: Yes
  • Water Source:Well: Yes
  • Water Body Type Lake3: Yes
  • Water Body Features Beach2: Yes
  • Location Tax and Legal Land Lease YN2: No
  • General Property Information Horse YN2: No
  • General Property Information Waterfront YN: No
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Structure Type:House: Yes
  • Location Tax and Legal Additional Parcels YN: No
  • Location Tax and Legal Zoning2: Resi
  • Location Tax and Legal Common Interest2: None
  • General Property Information Basement YN: No
  • General Property Information Smart Home Features YN2: No
  • General Property Information Spa YN: Yes
  • General Property Information View YN2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Ranch: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • View TreesWoods: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Interior Features Storage4: Yes
  • Flooring:Ceramic Tile: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
  • Room Types Primary Bathroom Level: Main
  • Interior Features Guest Suite: Yes
  • Spa Features Outdoor: Yes
  • Cooling Ductless: Yes
  • Water Body Features Fishing: Yes
  • Water Body Access Type Community3: Yes
  • Other Structures Storage5: Yes
  • Other Structures:Shed(s): Yes
  • Association Amenities Golf Carts Allowed: Yes
  • Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • WaterSewer On Site Septic: Yes
  • View Rural: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Main Level: Yes
  • Interior Features Second Kitchen: Yes
  • Water Body Features Boating2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Log Home: Yes
  • Attic Features Partially Floored: Yes
  • Attic Features Pull-Down Stairs: Yes
  • Cooling:Multi Units: Yes
  • View Forest: Yes
  • Water Body Features Boat Dock2: Yes
  • Water Body Features Boat Ramp2: Yes
  • Water Body Features Marina4: Yes
  • Association Amenities Children's Pool: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Free Standing, Propane, Ventless
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Second Kitchen, Laminate Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Chandelier, High Speed Internet, Ceiling Fan(s), Guest Suite, Storage
  • Spa Features: Outdoor
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Barn Door(s), Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Fireplace Features:Free Standing: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Living Room: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Appliances:Stainless Steel Appliance(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Laminate Counters: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Interior Features:In-Law Floorplan: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Propane: Yes
  • Laundry Features:In Kitchen: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Interior Features:Chandelier: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Ventless: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Wooded
  • Horse: No
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Resale Certificate, Approved Subdivision
  • Exclusions: Fencing in back yard will be removed by owner prior to closing.
  • Construction Type: Log, Log Siding, Stone Veneer
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Accessibility Features:Accessible Central Living Area: 1536.0
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Deck
  • Door Features:Storm Door(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Lot Features:Wooded: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Stone Veneer: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Back Yard2: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Log: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Log Siding: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 6.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10.0
  • General Property Information:Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: Yes
  • General Property Information:Open Parking Spaces2: 6.0
  • Parking Features:Off Street: Yes
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 10.0
  • General Property Information:Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Paved2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Faces Front: Yes
  • Parking Features:Heated Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Circular Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Features Storage6: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: On Site Septic, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Multi Units
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Ductless, Radiant, Radiant Floor, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Heating:Radiant Floor: Yes
  • Heating:Electric5: Yes
  • Heating:Baseboard: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes
  • Heating:Radiant: Yes
  • Heating:Ductless2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 1024.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Property Information:Association YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association Fee: 1024.0
  • Association Amenities:Clubhouse: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Security: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Playground: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Outdoor Pool2: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Tennis Courts: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes:Security2: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Pickleball: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Party Room: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Picnic Area: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Basketball Court: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Game Court Exterior: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Security, Maintenance Road

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Jim Thorpe Area

Lot Info

  • Current Use: Residential
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 77x345x173x333
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 38768.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 51A-51-222MV
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3593.13
  • Tax Book Number: 2899/535
  • Tax Map Number: 51A-51-222MV

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2025
Closed on
Aug 26, 2025
Sold by
Martin Diane Teresa
Bought by
Bailey Alec
Seller's Agent
Eric Johnston
Bear Mountain Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
(Scranton) GSAR Member
NON MEMBER
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.67%
Views
337

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-29.65%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Outstanding Balance
$365,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$8,877

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2024
Sold by
Gatewood Mary Ellen Ann and Martin Diane Teresa
Bought by
Martin Diane Teresa

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2024
Sold by
Gatewood David M
Bought by
Gatewood Mary Ellen Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2004
Bought by
Gatewood David M
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $365,000 Paramount Abstract
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $365,000 VA
Previous Owner $99,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $40,800 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Sold $365,000 +1.4% $238 / Sq Ft
07/20/2025 07/20/25 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $359,900 -1.4% $234 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Price Changed $365,000 -2.7% $238 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 For Sale $375,000 -- $244 / Sq Ft
Source: Pocono Mountains Association of 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 $3,777 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2024 $3,593 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2023 $3,547 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2022 $3,547 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2021 $3,547 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2020 $3,547 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2019 $3,424 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2018 $3,424 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2017 $3,424 $61,400 $7,350 $54,050
2016 -- $59,950 $7,350 $52,600
2015 -- $59,950 $7,350 $52,600
2014 -- $59,950 $7,350 $52,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: PM-130029

Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS®

APN: 51A-51-222MV