Howard Schaeffer
RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
(484) 742-3993
264 Total Sales
8 in Downtown Bethlehem
$213K - $430K Price Range
251 Cherokee St Bethlehem, PA 18015
Downtown Bethlehem NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $572,571
Studio
4
Baths
4,088
Sq Ft
$140/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 0.15 Acre Lot
- Traditional Floor Plan
- 1 Fireplace
About This Home
As of December 2023This gorgeous two-unit 1920s-style stately home, with its dual personality of a medical office on the first floor and a captivating apartment on the second, stands as a testament to the timeless allure of a bygone era. The 1st floor features an occupied medical office. The 2nd-floor occupied apartment is 2-stories with a deck overlooking Bethlehem. The apartment features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, a formal dining room, a living room with crown molding & built-ins, and a balcony overlooking the Christmas City! Whether you find yourself immersed in the professionalism of a medical practice or basking in the charm of a meticulously designed apartment, this mansion invites you to experience the best of both worlds, where history and modernity converge in perfect harmony. Located behind the Sayre Mansion and minutes to St. Luke’s, this is a must-see property!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(888) 397-7352 pa.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC License #RS203493L Listed on: 12/03/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
(888) 397-7352 pa.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC License #RS203493L Listed on: 12/03/2023
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,308
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Side Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,088 Sq Ft Home
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- 1 Fireplace
- City Views
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- 2 Units
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot P6SW2B
- Assessor Parcel Number P6SW2B-2-5-0204
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2023
Closed on
Dec 27, 2023
Sold by
Spears Drew S
Bought by
Seller's Agent
John Rittenhouse
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
John Rittenhouse
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-13.04%
Views
292
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
$72,571
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 1998
Bought by
Spears Ruth A and Spears Drew S
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downtown Bethlehem, PA
-
Howard Schaeffer
-
Michael Strickland
Michael Strickland
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(610) 679-8842
35 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Bethlehem
$927,500 Price Range
-
Michael Dorney
Michael Dorney
Weichert Realtors
(484) 623-9933
106 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Bethlehem
$104K - $289K Price Range
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Noelle Seaton
Noelle Seaton
NextHome Legacy Real Estate
(973) 847-2383
54 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Bethlehem
$275K - $515K Price Range
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Rob McCann
Rob McCann
Assist 2 Sell Buyers & Sellers Realty, LLC
(484) 666-0294
331 Total Sales
7 in Downtown Bethlehem
$131K - $320K Price Range
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Heather Schierloh
Heather Schierloh
Real of Pennsylvania
(272) 213-3099
246 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Bethlehem
$295,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Spears Ruth A | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/28/2023 12/28/23 | Sold | $500,000 | -13.0% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 12/03/2023 12/03/23 | For Sale | $575,000 | -- | $141 / 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 | $1,015 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2025 | $1,015 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2024 | $8,309 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2023 | $8,309 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2022 | $8,244 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2021 | $8,188 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2020 | $8,110 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2019 | $8,083 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2018 | $7,887 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2017 | $7,793 | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2016 | -- | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2015 | -- | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $94,000 | $12,100 | $81,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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John Rittenhouse
Seller's Agent in 2023
John Rittenhouse
EXP Realty, LLC
(888) 397-7352
3 in this area
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PANH2004974
APN: P6SW2B-2-5-0204
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