Seller's Agent in 2019
Margaret Koller
RE/MAX
(610) 248-2863
8 in this area
53 Total Sales
238 E Market St Bethlehem, PA 18018
Downtown Bethlehem NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $638,000 - $1,181,893
6
Beds
4
Baths
3,456
Sq Ft
$268/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Elmwood Park
About This Home
As of July 2019This elegant home in the heart of Bethlehem offers a move-in ready living space brimming with possibility.The first floor features hardwood floors refinished in 2016. A large living room offers a wood-burning fireplace with natural gas insert, and access to the covered porch. A formal dining room, butler's pantry, and eat-in kitchen ensure plenty of space for everyday living as well as entertaining. A spacious sun room is an unexpected treat.Upstairs you'll find 5 fully carpeted bedrooms with abundant closet space, 2 full bathrooms, and an office with walls of windows. The walk-up attic is fully finished, with two more large bedrooms and a half bath. A large backyard is an inviting space for a variety of recreation activities, with a 2-car detached garage that makes parking and storage easy. Just minutes from commuter routes, shopping and dining destinations, and all that historic Bethlehem has to offer, Moravian Star is a gem of a home just waiting for your personal touch.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown License #AB067864 Listed on: 12/13/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,524
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned RT
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,456 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Non Applicable Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4
- Assessor Parcel Number P6NE1C-29-4-0204
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 13, 2018
Closed on
Jul 24, 2019
Sold by
Doctor & Sir Iii Llc
Bought by
Lynch John J and Lynch Stephanie M
Seller's Agent
Margaret Koller
RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
Buyer's Agent
Christine Taylor
Carol C Dorey Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.29%
Total Days on Market
194
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$235,964
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.92%
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Outstanding Balance
$485,669
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$440,295
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 11, 2016
Closed on
Sep 15, 2016
Sold by
Hemphill Beverly B and Scott Hemphill M
Bought by
Doctor & Sir Iii Llc
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Francis
BHHS Fox & Roach - Center Valley
Buyer's Agent
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Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$501,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
5.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2011
Sold by
Hemphill Beverly B and Hemphill Meredith
Bought by
Hemphill Beverly B and Scott Hemphill M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynch John J | $690,000 | None Available | |
| Doctor & Sir Iii Llc | $501,000 | None Available | |
| Hemphill Beverly B | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lynch John J | $85,000 | |
| Open | Lynch John J | $552,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Doctor&Sir Iii Llc | $400,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2019 07/24/19 | Sold | $690,000 | -1.3% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2018 12/13/18 | For Sale | $699,000 | 0.0% | $202 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2017 06/05/17 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/26/2017 03/26/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/23/2017 01/23/17 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/15/2016 09/15/16 | Sold | $501,000 | +5.5% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2016 05/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2016 05/11/16 | For Sale | $475,000 | -- | $158 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $945 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2024 | $7,734 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2023 | $7,734 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2022 | $7,674 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2021 | $7,622 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2020 | $7,550 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2019 | $7,524 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2018 | $7,123 | $87,500 | $37,000 | $50,500 |
| 2017 | $7,038 | $84,900 | $37,000 | $47,900 |
| 2016 | -- | $84,900 | $37,000 | $47,900 |
| 2015 | -- | $84,900 | $37,000 | $47,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $84,900 | $37,000 | $47,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Margaret Koller
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Christine Taylor
C
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Christine Taylor
Carol C Dorey Real Estate
(610) 442-2020
13 Total Sales
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Dick Adams
D
Seller's Agent in 2017
Dick Adams
Dick Adams REALTORS, Inc.
(610) 248-8513
8 Total Sales
-
Rebecca Francis
Seller's Agent in 2016
Rebecca Francis
BHHS Fox & Roach
(484) 280-6212
11 in this area
205 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
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Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PANH101800
APN: P6NE1C-29-4-0204
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