NOT LISTED FOR SALE

239 E Church St Bethlehem, PA 18018

Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $323,000 - $480,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,424 Sq Ft
$271/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 11, 2014

Last sale price $203,000 $143 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,073/month

About This Home

As of May 2023

Charming Victorian twin located in Bethlehem's Historic District with views of Nisky Hill and South Mountain. A cozy front porch welcomes you to this sunny home with many original architectural features and modern updates. In the living room and dining room, you'll find gleaming antique wood floors, built-ins, and an antique stove (decorative only). The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless appliances, and an eating area with skylight and french doors to a brick patio and garden. Upstairs, you'll find 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The third floor is a flexible space with high ceiling and skylight. In the basement, you'll find a powder room, laundry room, and storage space. A storage shed and a parking pad for two cars complete the property. Enjoy this beautiful and walkable neighborhood with easy access to shops, restaurants, and festivals. No pets, no exceptions. Two years of verifiable income required. Rent may not exceed 35% of monthly income. Minimum one-year lease.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Dayna Kucharz

RE/MAX Real Estate Listed on: 04/21/2023

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Last Renter's Agent

Dayna Kucharz

RE/MAX Real Estate Listed on: 04/21/2023

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $391

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 3,060 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Slate Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,424 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number P6NE4B 5 28 0204

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$391

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential Rental
  • Property Sub Type Category: Semi Detached/Twin
  • Style: Victorian
  • Stories: 3.0
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Dishwasher, Oven Gas, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1424
  • Square Footage: 1424
  • Total Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass, Slate

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central AC, Window AC
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Gas

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.070
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3060
  • Zoning Code: RT-RESIDENTIAL

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: P6NE4B 5 28 0204

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2016
Sold by
Gaynor Catrina R and Gaynor Richard J
Bought by
Ruest Paul and Ruest Tara
Current Estimated Value
$386,333

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,200
Outstanding Balance
$173,501
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$212,832

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2014
Closed on
Dec 11, 2014
Sold by
Hudak Alison B
Bought by
The Catrina Gaynor Revocable Trust Of 20
Seller's Agent
Sarah Stauffer
Wesley Works Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$203,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-5.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1986
Bought by
Hudak Alison B
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
Ruest Paul $269,000 None Available
The Catrina Gaynor Revocable Trust Of 20 $203,000 None Available
Hudak Alison B $54,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ruest Paul $215,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/01/2023 05/01/23 Rented $2,650 0.0% --
04/21/2023 04/21/23 For Rent $2,650 0.0% --
12/11/2014 12/11/14 Sold $203,000 -5.6% $143 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/19/2014 11/19/14 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2014 09/20/14 For Sale $215,000 -- $151 / 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 $391 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2024 $3,200 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2023 $3,200 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2022 $3,175 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2021 $3,153 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2020 $3,123 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2019 $3,113 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2018 $3,037 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2017 $3,001 $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2016 -- $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2015 -- $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
2014 -- $36,200 $14,100 $22,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dayna Kucharz

    Landlord's Agent in 2023

    Dayna Kucharz

    RE/MAX

    (908) 295-5165

    11 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Dayna Kucharz
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  • Sarah Stauffer

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sarah Stauffer

    Wesley Works Real Estate

    (610) 428-0463

    5 in this area

    260 Total Sales

    Sarah Stauffer
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 714973

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: P6NE4B-5-28-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18018 Downtown Bethlehem

239 E Church St, Bethlehem, PA

Not Listed for Sale

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