NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3607 Strauss Ave Bethlehem, PA 18015

Estimated Value: $272,106 - $351,000

Studio
1 Bath
1,331 Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 06, 2017

Last sale price $155,000 $116 Per Sq Ft

Est. 110% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,729/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Shed
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Saucon Valley Senior High School Rated 9+
  • Zoned Heating
  • South Facing Home

About This Home

As of October 2017

This well-maintained and charming 2-unit detached home offers a great Saucon Valley location within 10 minutes of Bethlehem and Hellertown, and close to Promenade Shops and I78. Enjoy the serene and shaded back yard under towering pines! There is a 2BR/1Bath apartment and a 1BR/1Bath apartment, each with basement access for separate storage and separate laundry. The 2BR unit also has attic storage. Plenty of parking. Owner pays heat, water and sewer. Easy maintenance aluminum siding. Radon system installed. A lucrative investment opportunity in the Saucon Valley School District awaits you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Strickland

(610) 324-1457 strickland@kurfiss.com Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS226839L Listed on: 07/14/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Strickland

(610) 324-1457 strickland@kurfiss.com Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS226839L Listed on: 07/14/2017

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,090

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 137x71
  • South Facing Home
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,331 Sq Ft Home
  • Storage In Attic
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drainage System

Parking

  • 5 Open Parking Spaces
  • 5 Parking Spaces
  • Shared Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Storage Shed

Schools

  • Saucon Valley Elementary And Middle School
  • Saucon Valley Senior High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Assessor Parcel Number Q6SW2-12-6-0719

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Not In A Development Subdivision

Building Details

  • Electric Expense $380
  • Insurance Expense $1,351
  • Maintenance Expense $1,035
  • Operating Expense $9,550

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,090

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Oven/Range(2), Refrigerator(2), Shed
  • New Construction: No
  • Storage: Basement, Attic, Shed
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Laminated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Private
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Drainage System
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Has Laundry
  • Total Sq Ft: 1331
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1331
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 126.97
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1331
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Satellite Dish
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 5
  • Parking Features: Shared Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Annual Heating Expense: 2342.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Expense: 380.00
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Zoned, Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Sewer Expenses: 1409.00
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: SAUCON VALLEY
  • High School: SAUCON VALLEY SENIOR
  • Middle Or Junior School: SAUCON VALLEY

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 29400.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 14600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 137X71
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9800.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R12

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Multi Family

  • Gross Income: 20700.00
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4416781
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3090.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: Q6SW2-12-6-0719
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SAUCON VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2017
Closed on
Oct 6, 2017
Sold by
Ntm Invetsment Group Llc
Bought by
Snyder Ventures Llc
Seller's Agent
Michael Strickland
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Strickland
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-8.28%
Current Estimated Value
$325,277

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$170,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.33%
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Outstanding Balance
$103,575
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
$221,702

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2013
Closed on
Oct 9, 2013
Sold by
Bcb Real Estate Partnership
Bought by
Ntm Investment Group Llc
Seller's Agent
Lori Campbell
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Valley Partners
Buyer's Agent
Michael Strickland
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-9.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.52%
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
4.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1988
Bought by
Bcb Real Estate Partnership
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Snyder Ventures Llc $155,000 None Available
Ntm Investment Group Llc $135,000 None Available
Bcb Real Estate Partnership $88,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Snyder Ventures Llc $124,000
Previous Owner Ntm Investment Group Llc $108,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/06/2017 10/06/17 Sold $155,000 -8.3% $116 / Sq Ft
09/01/2017 09/01/17 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2017 08/12/17 For Sale $169,000 +9.0% $127 / Sq Ft
08/12/2017 08/12/17 Off Market $155,000 -- --
08/02/2017 08/02/17 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2017 07/14/17 For Sale $169,000 +25.2% $127 / Sq Ft
10/09/2013 10/09/13 Sold $135,000 0.0% $101 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/09/2013 10/09/13 Sold $135,000 -9.9% $101 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/20/2013 08/20/13 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2013 08/20/13 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2013 07/25/13 For Sale $149,900 +11.0% $113 / Sq Ft
07/15/2013 07/15/13 Off Market $135,000 -- --
06/04/2013 06/04/13 For Sale $149,900 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft
01/16/2013 01/16/13 For Sale $149,900 -- $113 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $475 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2024 $3,106 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2023 $3,106 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2022 $3,052 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2021 $3,096 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2020 $3,151 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2019 $3,151 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2018 $3,112 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2017 $3,033 $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2016 -- $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2015 -- $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
2014 -- $44,000 $14,600 $29,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000251951

Bright MLS

APN: Q6SW2-12-6-0719