Seller's Agent in 2025
Creighton Faust
RE/MAX
(610) 349-8482
22 in this area
337 Total Sales
2545 Riverbend Rd Allentown, PA 18103
Lower Macungie Township East Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,627
Sq Ft
6.6
Acres
Highlights
- River View
- Waterfront
- Colonial Architecture
- Emmaus High School Rated A-
- 6.6 Acre Lot
- Family Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of January 2025Welcome to 2545 Riverbend Rd., a stunning 6.6-acre estate accessed via a private road, renowned as one of the most beautiful lots in the Lehigh Valley. The property features a charming 1 BR, 1 BA guest house complete with a living room and kitchenette, an oversized two-car garage beneath the guest house, and an additional garage at the rear of the property. The main house boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a half bath in the lower level. This classic colonial home, constructed with stone and clapboard, offers a spacious floor plan with generous rooms, two fireplaces (in the living room and lower level), two wet bars (in the living room and family room), two kitchens (on the first and lower levels), exquisite millwork throughout, built-in cabinetry, and a 41 x 15 enclosed sunroom with stunning views of the babbling Little Lehigh Creek, as well as green and bridge views of the Lehigh Country Club. This home is being sold "AS IS," with the price reflecting the value of the land. This is a rare opportunity, a once-in-a-lifetime chance.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,500
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 6.6 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Property fronts a private road
- Property is zoned Sr-Semi - Rural
Property Views
- River
- Golf Course
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Slate Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 3,627 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Whole House Fan
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on lower level
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Outdoor Features
- Stream or River on Lot
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 101 to 200 Amp Service
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 549500251467 001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2024
Closed on
Jan 6, 2025
Sold by
Saab Saleem and Saab Jennifer
Bought by
Ackerman Todd R and Body Wendy G
Seller's Agent
Creighton Faust
RE/MAX Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Koller
RE/MAX Real Estate
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-27.37%
Views
201
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
$43,432
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.71%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2020
Sold by
Saab Saleem and Mirth Jennifer
Bought by
Saab Saleem and Saab Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,225,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 30, 2017
Closed on
Jun 30, 2017
Sold by
Potts Joseph M and Potts Thomas B
Bought by
Saab Saleem and Mirth Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Marissa Burkholder
BHHS Fox & Roach - Allentown
Buyer's Agent
Tracey Saab
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $650,000 | Affinity Abstract | |
| Deed | $650,000 | Affinity Abstract | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Fiduciary Deed | $500,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,225,000 | Commercial |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2025 01/15/25 | Sold | $650,000 | -16.1% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2024 12/07/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/07/2024 08/07/24 | Price Changed | $775,000 | -13.4% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2024 06/10/24 | For Sale | $895,000 | +79.0% | $247 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2017 06/30/17 | Sold | $500,000 | 0.0% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2017 04/14/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2017 03/30/17 | For Sale | $500,000 | -- | $138 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
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 | $9,500 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2024 | $9,191 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2023 | $9,007 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2022 | $8,794 | $372,100 | $301,300 | $70,800 |
| 2021 | $8,607 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2020 | $8,525 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2019 | $8,380 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2018 | $8,270 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2017 | $8,126 | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $372,100 | $70,800 | $301,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Creighton Faust
-
Margaret Koller
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Margaret Koller
RE/MAX
(610) 248-2863
3 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
Marissa Burkholder
Seller's Agent in 2017
Marissa Burkholder
BHHS Fox & Roach
(484) 553-3073
19 in this area
126 Total Sales
-
T
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Tracey Saab
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
-
F
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Fred Saab
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 738422
APN: 549500251467-1
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