NOT LISTED FOR SALE

531 Carlton Ave Bethlehem, PA 18015

Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $286,000 - $310,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,958 Sq Ft
$150/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 20, 2025

Last sale price $290,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,615 / mo

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Balcony
  • Heating Available
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2-minute walk to Martin Luther king Jr park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Located in vibrant Southside Bethlehem, this spacious and stylish home offers a fantastic layout and upgrades throughout. The main level features a large living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and an open-concept kitchen with granite countertops, perfect for entertaining or everyday life. A full bathroom on the first floor offers added convenience. First floor opens directly to the backyard, where you’ll find a private patio and detached 2-car garage. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom includes its own private balcony, and the second-floor laundry makes daily chores a breeze. With a newer roof (2012), upgraded 200-amp electrical, and modern PEX/PVC plumbing, the big-ticket items are already done. Enjoy easy access to Lehigh University, Wind Creek Casino, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes including 22, 33, 378, and 78. This is the one that checks all the boxes - style, space, and location. Don’t wait to schedule your tour!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dustin Coughlin

Coldwell Banker Hearthside Listed on: 08/22/2025

Coldwell Banker Hearthside

Co-Listed By

Christopher Lawlor

Coldwell Banker Hearthside

Last Buyer's Agent

Danielle Wakely

RE/MAX Real Estate License #RS303234

RE/MAX Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,248

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned 04RM

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,958 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • City Lights Views
  • Partial Basement
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Fountain Hill Elementary School
  • Liberty High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,248

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

4,200 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3
  • View: City Lights, Mountain(s)
  • Year Built: 1900
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.096
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CBHE
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CBHE
  • Subdivision Name: Not in Development
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1958.0
  • HumanModifiedYN: Yes
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Detached
  • CurrentPrice: 290000.0
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 1958.0
  • Stories: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • WaterHeater: Electric

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bethlehem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Broughal Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4200.0
  • Zoning: 04RM

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3248.27

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fountain Hill Elementary School
  • HighSchool: Liberty High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 16, 2025
Sold by
Koufalis Steven J
Bought by
Knight Patrick and Scharnikow Olivia
Seller's Agent
Dustin Coughlin
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Wakely
RE/MAX Real Estate
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$290,000
Views
108
Current Estimated Value
$292,733

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.69%
Original Mortgage
$275,500
Outstanding Balance
$274,466
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,267

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2021
Sold by
Koufalis Steven J and Koufalis Stephanie
Bought by
Koufalis Steven J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1998
Bought by
Koufalis Steven J
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Knight Patrick $290,000 First United Land Transfer
Koufalis Steven J -- None Available
Koufalis Steven J $57,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Knight Patrick $275,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2025 10/20/25 Sold $290,000 0.0% $148 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $290,000 -- $148 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

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
2026 $375 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2025 $375 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2024 $3,067 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2023 $3,067 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2022 $3,043 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2021 $3,023 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2020 $2,994 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2019 $2,984 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2018 $2,911 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2017 $2,877 $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2016 -- $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2015 -- $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
2014 -- $34,700 $10,200 $24,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dustin Coughlin

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Dustin Coughlin

    Coldwell Banker Hearthside

    (610) 573-1592

    4 in this area

    121 Total Sales

    Dustin Coughlin
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  • Christopher Lawlor

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Christopher Lawlor

    Coldwell Banker Hearthside

    (610) 465-5600

    11 in this area

    286 Total Sales

    Christopher Lawlor
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  • Danielle Wakely

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Danielle Wakely

    RE/MAX

    (484) 707-2169

    6 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Danielle Wakely
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 763400

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: P6SW2C-23-18-0204

Pennsylvania Northampton County Bethlehem 18015 Downtown Bethlehem

531 Carlton Ave, Bethlehem, PA

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