NOT LISTED FOR SALE

544 Recreation Dr Effort, PA 18330

Estimated Value: $246,000 - $316,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
$265/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 22, 2021

Last sale price $200,000 $185 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,852/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Chalet
  • Wooded Lot
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of September 2021

Look no further! This lovingly maintained bungalow is the one you're looking for. It features a fully functional first floor, complete with bedroom, full bathroom and an open floor plan that makes the common spaces seem very roomy. The living room opens to a multi-level deck that really invites you to spend time enjoying your super private, back yard. Upstairs, there are two large bedrooms separated by a small half bath and a second level balcony. The drive is paved and there is an oversized 2 car garage. You're going to love this home! Schedule an appointment today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Hewitt

Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem License #RS170072L Listed on: 07/08/2021

Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,658

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $15 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Pond
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Chalet
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0259
  • Assessor Parcel Number 02-634001-07-0259

Community Details

Overview

  • $50 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include road maintenance
  • Birches West HOA
  • Birches West Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,658

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$15 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Chalet
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Look no further! This lovingly maintained bungalow is the one you're looking for. It features a fully functional first floor, complete with bedroom, full bathroom and an open floor plan that makes the common spaces seem very roomy. The living room opens to a multi-level deck that really invites you to spend time enjoying your super private, back yard. Upstairs, there are two large bedrooms separated by a small half bath and a second level balcony. The drive is paved and there is an oversized 2 car garage. You're going to love this home! Schedule an appointment today.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Free Standing
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1080
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1080
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 222.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 544

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • View: Trees/Woods, Pond
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking, Private
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 185.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Pool - Outdoor
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Road Maintenance
  • HOA Name: BIRCHES WEST
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 50.00

Schools

  • School District: PLEASANT VALLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397155
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 112600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 26400.00
  • Land Use Code: 111
  • Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Screened, Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: R-1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 6750982
  • School Tax: 3186.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3658.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02-634001-07-0259
  • Tax Lot: 0259
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 09/22/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PLEASANT VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Sep 22, 2021
Sold by
Shock Rachelle L and Estate Of Lori J Osmun
Bought by
Rowe Phillip
Seller's Agent
Peter Hewitt
Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-16.67%
Current Estimated Value
$318,686

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$118,686
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.19%
Original Mortgage
$196,377
Outstanding Balance
$180,239
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$132,270

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Nicholas Donn M
Bought by
Osmun Lori J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,400
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Rowe Phillip $200,000 Keystone Premier Stlmt Svcs
Osmun Lori J $163,000 Fidelity Home Abstract
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rowe Phillip $196,377
Previous Owner Osmun Lori J $144,000
Previous Owner Osmun Lori J $130,400
Previous Owner Nicholas Donn M $52,832
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/22/2021 09/22/21 Sold $200,000 -16.7% $185 / Sq Ft
08/11/2021 08/11/21 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $240,000 -- $222 / 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 $1,108 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2024 $923 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2023 $4,209 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2022 $4,095 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2021 $3,903 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2020 $3,513 $139,000 $26,400 $112,600
2019 $3,187 $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
2018 $3,151 $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
2017 $3,115 $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
2016 $495 $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
2015 -- $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
2014 -- $17,880 $3,000 $14,880
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Peter Hewitt

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Peter Hewitt

    Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem

    (484) 893-0542

    13 in this area

    433 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    datacorrect BrightMLS

    Non Subscribing Office

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAMR107648

Bright MLS

APN: 02.14F.2.12

Pennsylvania Monroe County Effort 18330

544 Recreation Dr, Effort, PA

This home is located at 544 Recreation Dr, Effort, PA 18330 since 08 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $286,292, approximately $265 per square foot. This property was built in 1991. 544 Recreation Dr is a home located in Monroe County with nearby schools including Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Pleasant Valley Intermediate School, and Pleasant Valley Middle School.

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