NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Sassafras Rd Lehighton, PA 18235

Estimated Value: $394,000 - $471,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,869 Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2019

Last sale price $242,000 $84 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,781/month

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Porch

About This Home

As of April 2019

Delightfully maintained Single home in Lehighton on 1.5 ACRES! Your private Oasis awaits you! Terrific 2869 SQFT features 3 BR 2.5 baths. Pleasing entryway, vaulted ceiling, Spacious LVR & DR leading to an enjoyable kitchen W/new stainless-steel appliances, self-shut cabinets & Quartz countertops. Addt'l FR, eat-in area W/coal stove off of the kitchen. Practical 1st fl ½ bath, laundry & mud room leads to the oversized 2 car garage, 1.5 acres, exciting above ground pool W/new liner perfect for all your entertainment. 2nd fl offers a sizable master BR W/en suite master bathroom, Jacuzzi tub, large walk-in closet, 2 roomy BRs, full bathroom & loft overlooking LVR & DR. Freshly painted & new laminate fl throughout. Partially finished BSMT W/ample storage. Home has tons of character with modern touches. This affordable home is tucked away from the hustle & bustle yet minutes to major Lehigh Valley highways, restaurants & events. What an Excellent opportunity to own your own Private OASIS!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Gor

RE/MAX Real Estate Listed on: 01/02/2019

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Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Randall

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,281

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 1.51 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 183 x 218
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 2,869 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Coal Stove
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Well
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 71B-9-A11

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,281

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Contemporary
  • County Assessment: 79700.00
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Laundry Hookup, Oven Electric
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Floor: Hardwood, Laminate/Resilient, Linoleum, Tile
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 84.35
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 2869
  • Square Footage: 3265
  • Total Room Count: 11

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Vinyl
  • Exterior: Pool Above Ground, Porch, Utility Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached
  • Number Of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall AC, Whole House Fan, Window AC
  • Heat Type: Coal Stove, Oil
  • Hot Water: Summer/Winter Hookup
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Well

Schools

  • School District: Lehighton

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.510
  • Lot Dimensions: 183 x 218
  • Lots: Flat, Partially Wooded, Private Road
  • Lot Size: 1 - 3 Acres
  • Lot Sq Ft: 65775
  • Zoning Code: Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 71B-9-A11
  • County Taxes: 816.93
  • Municipal Taxes: 648.36
  • Total Taxes: 5281.33

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 3816.04

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2019
Closed on
Apr 12, 2019
Sold by
Swolensky Susan E
Bought by
White Andrew Rutherford and White Ashley Nicole
Seller's Agent
Gina Gor
RE/MAX Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kate Randall
RE/MAX Real Estate
List Price
$242,000
Sold Price
$242,000
Current Estimated Value
$428,134

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$186,134
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.73%
Original Mortgage
$237,616
Outstanding Balance
$211,570
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$229,809

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2017
Sold by
Swolensky Thomas K and Swolensky Susan E
Bought by
Swolensky Susan E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Bought by
Swolensky Thomas K and Swolensky Susan E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
White Andrew Rutherford $242,000 Pride Abstract & Setmnt Svcs
Swolensky Susan E -- Attorney
Swolensky Thomas K $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open White Andrew Rutherford $237,616
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2019 04/12/19 Sold $242,000 0.0% $84 / Sq Ft
02/18/2019 02/18/19 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2019 01/02/19 For Sale $242,000 -3.2% $84 / Sq Ft
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Sold $250,000 0.0% $68 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2018 08/19/18 For Sale $250,000 -- $68 / 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 $6,129 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2024 $5,890 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2023 $5,830 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2022 $5,830 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2021 $5,661 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2020 $5,520 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2019 $5,281 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2018 $5,281 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2017 $5,281 $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2016 -- $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2015 -- $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
2014 -- $79,700 $10,000 $69,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 598319

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 71B-9-A11