Carlos Ribau
Weichert Realtors
(484) 544-7008
58 Total Sales
10 in Downtown Bethlehem
$1K - $250K Price Range
488 Birkel Ave Bethlehem, PA 18015
Downtown Bethlehem NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $310,000 - $335,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,776
Sq Ft
$182/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Heating Available
- 4-minute walk to Martin Luther king Jr park
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of September 2025OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS AND YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT. Welcome to 488 Birkel Ave in South Bethlehem, a total turn-key investment with a 9% cap rate, just steps away from the Lehigh University campus. This large brick and stone townhouse has many recent updates. All flooring was updated to maintenance-free vinyl plank flooring, bathrooms were updated, and the kitchen was updated, including tile backsplash. The entire house was freshly painted from top to bottom. Egress windows were added to the third floor. Appliances included are a refrigerator, a washer, a dryer, a microwave, and an electric range. Economical gas-fired forced air heat and gas water heater. Off-street parking in the back with access from Boyer Street. This property will be conveyed with a clear Resale Inspection Certificate from the City of Bethlehem. See it now
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty One Group Supreme License #AB041728A Listed on: 07/26/2025
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,038
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 1,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 15 x 97
Home Design
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 1,776 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Heating Available
Community Details
- Insurance Expense $1,000
- Operating Expense $4,038
- Gross Income $31,800
- Net Operating Income $27,762
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 26, 2025
Closed on
Sep 5, 2025
Sold by
White Orlando and Kilpatrick-White Joanne
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joe McGavin
Realty One Group Supreme
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
8.33%
Views
1025
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
-$1,077
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.33%
Original Mortgage
$227,500
Outstanding Balance
$225,479
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,444
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2025
Sold by
Lynch Timothy P and Lynch Lisa A
Bought by
White Orlando and Kilpatrick-White Joanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 1986
Bought by
Lynch Timothy P and Lynch Lisa A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 1985
Bought by
Not Provided
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $325,000 | Sunrise Abstract | ||
| White Orlando | $225,000 | Ivy Settlement Group | |
| Lynch Timothy P | $47,300 | -- | |
| Not Provided | $28,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $227,500 | ||
| Closed | White Orlando | $180,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | Sold | $325,000 | +8.3% | $183 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Off Market | $300,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2025 07/26/25 | For Sale | $300,000 | -- | $169 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
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 | $363 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2025 | $363 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2024 | $2,970 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2023 | $2,970 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2022 | $2,947 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2021 | $2,927 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2020 | $2,899 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2019 | $2,889 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2018 | $2,819 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2017 | $2,785 | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $33,600 | $7,400 | $26,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joe McGavin
Seller's Agent in 2025
Joe McGavin
Realty One Group Supreme
(610) 442-4947
5 in this area
79 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 761744
APN: P6SE1D-1-1C-0204
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