$200,000
SOLD JAN 8, 2025

596 Mauch Chunk Rd Palmerton, PA 18071

2 Beds
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft
3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$260 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Solar owned by a third party

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome Home to Easy Living with Mountain Views and Modern Comfort! This beautiful, recently remodeled, 1-floor home combines charm with ease of modern living. With super economical electric bills, you’ll enjoy savings without sacrificing comfort. Step inside to find a bright, open-concept living space with a stylish farmhouse sink and granite countertops in the kitchen. The newer roof, kitchen, and bath, paired with updates throughout, make this home truly move-in ready. With a full basement for extra storage, every need is covered. Step out to a spacious deck and enjoy privacy with newer vinyl fencing—perfect for gatherings or a quiet retreat with mountain views as your backdrop. 1 car garage and off-street parking in rear and a handicap-accessible spot right in front of the home make it easy and convenient for all. Nearby, take advantage of access to the D&L Trail, offering endless opportunities for scenic walks or bike rides next to the Lehigh River. Within minutes from Palmerton schools, Palmerton Borough Park and Memorial Pool and a short drive to Blue Mountain Ski Area. Don’t miss your chance to own this charming, energy-efficient home surrounded by natural beauty!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chad Fritzinger

Koehler Marvin Realty Listed on: 10/25/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Kirby Tapper

Sunflower Realty Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,206

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 30' x 104'
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2 Medium Density Residential

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 768 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Mountain Views
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

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

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by a third party

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Less than 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 42A-49-C3

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,206

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Technology: Cable, Solar Panels Leased
  • County Assessment: 23500.00
  • Stories: 1.0
  • View: Mountain
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Exception: Unknown
  • Adult Comm55 Over Y N: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Laundry Hookup, Oven/Range Electric
  • Floor: Laminate/Resilient
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Price Per Square Foot: 260.42
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 768
  • Square Footage: 768
  • Total Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Vinyl
  • Exterior: Covered Porch, Curbs, Deck, Fenced Yard, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Detached, Off & On Street, Parking Pad
  • Number Of Cars: 1

Utilities

  • Amperage: 100
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Palmerton

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.080
  • Lot Dimensions: 30' X 104'
  • Lots: Not In Development, Paved Road, Public Road
  • Lot Size: 1-6000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3485
  • Zoning Code: R-2 Medium Density Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 42A-49-C3
  • County Taxes: 305.50
  • Municipal Taxes: 351.80
  • Total Taxes: 2206.30

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 1549.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Palmerton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Lyles John N
Bought by
Bachert Amy J
Seller's Agent
Chad Fritzinger
Koehler Marvin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kirby Tapper
Sunflower Realty Company
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-13.04%
Total Days on Market
47
Views
123
Current Estimated Value
$197,787

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,213
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.68%
Original Mortgage
$8,442
Outstanding Balance
$8,420
Interest Rate
6.81%
Estimated Equity
$189,367

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 11, 2019
Closed on
May 29, 2020
Sold by
Miller Carlton C
Bought by
Lyles John N
Seller's Agent
Margaret Dugan
Hugh D. Dugan Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Chad Fritzinger
Koehler Marvin Realty
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.1%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.19%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2019
Sold by
Kralik Cathy and Estate Of Ronald J Betz
Bought by
Miller Carlton C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2015
Sold by
Betz Ronald J and Shuck Mary A
Bought by
Betz Ronald J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 1990
Bought by
Betz Ronald J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $200,000 First United Land Transfer
Deed $200,000 First United Land Transfer
Deed $100,000 None Available
Deed $35,000 Paramount Abstract Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $51,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $8,442 No Value Available
Closed $8,442 No Value Available
Open $196,377 FHA
Closed $196,377 FHA
Previous Owner $80,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $8,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/08/2025 01/08/25 Sold $200,000 -4.8% $260 / Sq Ft
12/11/2024 12/11/24 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2024 11/27/24 Price Changed $210,000 -4.5% $273 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 Price Changed $220,000 -4.3% $286 / Sq Ft
10/25/2024 10/25/24 For Sale $230,000 +130.0% $299 / Sq Ft
05/29/2020 05/29/20 Sold $100,000 +0.1% $130 / Sq Ft
01/06/2020 01/06/20 Pending -- -- --
12/28/2019 12/28/19 For Sale $99,900 0.0% $130 / Sq Ft
12/19/2019 12/19/19 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2019 12/11/19 For Sale $99,900 -- $130 / 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 $2,336 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2024 $2,155 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2023 $2,090 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2022 $2,025 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2021 $1,946 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2020 $1,899 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2019 $1,852 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2018 $1,852 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2017 $1,822 $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2016 -- $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2015 -- $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
2014 -- $23,500 $5,450 $18,050
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 747514

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 42A-49-C3