NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Johnston Dr Bethlehem, PA 18017

Northeast Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $352,444 - $397,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
$309/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 14, 2021

Last sale price $278,912 $229 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,010/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Central Air
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of October 2021

***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED*** HIGHEST AND BEST DUE THURS, SEPT 9TH AT 1PM.

Brick Rancher in beautiful section of North Bethlehem. 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Remodeled Kitchen with Granite Countertops, tile backsplash, Stainless steel appliances, Dining Room, Living Room, Hardwood Floors, Tile baths, Covered rear porch, 2 car Garage, Heat Pump forced air heat with central air, large basement with workout area, laundry including laundry tub, 200 amp service, public water and sewer, conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and major routes!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Torchia

Preferred Properties Plus Listed on: 09/04/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Cheyenne Reiman

Realty Outfitters License #RM424708

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,730

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned Rr-RESIDENTIAL

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • 101 to 200 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M6SE4 7 15-14 0204

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,730

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • County Assessment: 64600.00
  • Stories: 1.0
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Garage Door, Laundry Hookup, Oven-SC, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Laundry Lower Level
  • Floor: Hardwood, Tile
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Full
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 228.62
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1220
  • Square Footage: 1220
  • Total Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Covered Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached
  • Number Of Cars: 2

Utilities

  • Amperage: 200
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.358
  • Lots: Flat
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15600
  • Zoning Code: Rr-RESIDENTIAL

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: M6SE4 7 15-14 0204
  • County Taxes: 762.28
  • Municipal Taxes: 1236.44
  • Total Taxes: 5730.02

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 3731.30

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2021
Closed on
Oct 11, 2021
Sold by
Mendez Hugo R Castellanos and Castellanos Erin Condron
Bought by
Higbie Kaylin J
Seller's Agent
Jeff Torchia
Preferred Properties Plus
Buyer's Agent
Cheyenne Reiman
Realty Outfitters
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$278,912
Premium/Discount to List
$19,012
7.32%
Current Estimated Value
$377,111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,199
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.30%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Castellanos Mendez Hugo R
Bought by
Mendez Hugo R Castellanos

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,250
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2013
Closed on
Jun 6, 2013
Sold by
Kosits Mildred M and Phillips John M
Bought by
Castellanos Mendez Hugo R
Seller's Agent
Therese Kelley
One Valley Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ben Breidinger
BHHS Benjamin Real Estate
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$167,000
Premium/Discount to List
$17,100
11.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.66%
Original Mortgage
$133,600
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2012
Sold by
Phillips John M and Bottiglieri Debra A
Bought by
Kosits Mildred M
Source: Public Records

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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
Higbie Kaylin J $278,912 Prime Land Transfer Llc
Mendez Hugo R Castellanos -- None Available
Castellanos Mendez Hugo R $167,000 Penn Title Insurance Co
Kosits Mildred M -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mendez Hugo R Castellanos $185,250
Previous Owner Castellanos Mendez Hugo R $133,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/14/2021 10/14/21 Sold $278,912 +7.3% $229 / Sq Ft
09/10/2021 09/10/21 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2021 09/04/21 For Sale $259,900 +55.6% $213 / Sq Ft
06/06/2013 06/06/13 Sold $167,000 +11.4% $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/29/2013 04/29/13 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2013 04/27/13 For Sale $149,900 -- $123 / 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 $698 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2024 $5,710 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2023 $5,710 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2022 $5,665 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2021 $5,627 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2020 $5,574 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2019 $5,555 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2018 $5,420 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2017 $5,355 $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2016 -- $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2015 -- $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
2014 -- $64,600 $29,200 $35,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Torchia

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jeff Torchia

    Preferred Properties Plus

    (610) 360-6466

    5 in this area

    275 Total Sales

    Jeff Torchia
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  • Cheyenne Reiman

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Cheyenne Reiman

    Realty Outfitters

    (484) 951-2329

    3 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Cheyenne Reiman
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  • Therese Kelley

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Therese Kelley

    One Valley Realty LLC

    (610) 432-7175

    60 Total Sales

    Therese Kelley
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  • Jared Erhart

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Jared Erhart

    Home Team Real Estate

    (610) 248-4851

    6 in this area

    194 Total Sales

    Jared Erhart
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  • Ben Breidinger

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Ben Breidinger

    BHHS Benjamin Real Estate

    (484) 951-4375

    83 Total Sales

    Ben Breidinger
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 677974

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: M6SE4-7-15-14-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18017 Northeast Bethlehem

261 Johnston Dr, Bethlehem, PA

Not Listed for Sale

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