Howard Schaeffer
RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
(484) 742-3993
263 Total Sales
9 in Downtown Bethlehem
$213K - $430K Price Range
851 Media St Bethlehem, PA 18017
Downtown Bethlehem NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $286,225 - $303,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,419
Sq Ft
$209/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Heating Available
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Shed
- 3-minute walk to Rockland Park
About This Home
As of April 2026MULTIPLE OFFERS. HIGHEST AND BEST BY TUESDAY 3/31 12 NOON.
Your opportunity is here!
Come see this charming, upgraded, MOVE IN READY Cape Cod that has been meticulously taken care of with high attention to detail throughout. Enjoy new appliances, hardwood floors and an economical gas tankless boiler.
The double brick walls also contribute to extremely efficient utility bills.
There is plenty of parking in front and behind the house with a two car garage. Also a fenced backyard with a covered patio and storage shed to conveniently store lawn equipment. The landscaping is updated in the front of the home and garden beds installed in the back of the home. Located within walking distance to shopping, dining, schools and parks.
Close distance to Main street Bethlehem to enjoy Musikfest along with fun shops and great Restaurants!
Seller is being relocated so this home he updated with love as his forever home is now available.
Selling with a clear CO.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Main St. Real Estate Group License #RS352727 Listed on: 03/26/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,203
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 4,674 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned Rt-Residential
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Pad
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Slate Roof
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Heating Available
Additional Features
- Partially Finished Basement
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2026
Closed on
Apr 30, 2026
Sold by
Antonio Lebaron
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cathleen O'Connor
Main St. Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Jim Gedney
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$301,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,000
7.89%
Views
34
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
-$4,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.89%
Original Mortgage
$270,900
Outstanding Balance
$270,397
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$25,659
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jul 15, 2025
Sold by
Benner Shaun
Bought by
Lebaron Wilford Antonio
Seller's Agent
John Ebeling
BHHS Fox & Roach Bethlehem
Buyer's Agent
Robert Ritter
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$249,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,100
8.31%
Views
108
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.13%
Original Mortgage
$199,200
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2001
Sold by
Farina Frances M
Bought by
Benner Shaun
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downtown Bethlehem, PA
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Howard Schaeffer
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Michael Strickland
Michael Strickland
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(610) 679-8842
33 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Bethlehem
$927,500 Price Range
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Michael Dorney
Michael Dorney
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(484) 623-9933
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$104K - $289K Price Range
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Rob McCann
Rob McCann
Assist 2 Sell Buyers & Sellers Realty, LLC
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334 Total Sales
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Heather Schierloh
Heather Schierloh
Real of Pennsylvania
(272) 213-3099
246 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Bethlehem
$295,000 Price
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Jessianne Allen
Jessianne Allen
Sackman Realty
(848) 281-0542
114 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Bethlehem
$170,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $301,000 | First United Land Transfer | ||
| Lebaron Wilford Antonio | $249,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Benner Shaun | $97,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $270,900 | ||
| Previous Owner | Lebaron Wilford Antonio | $199,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Benner Shaun | $123,332 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2026 04/30/26 | Sold | $301,000 | +7.9% | $212 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/31/2026 03/31/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/26/2026 03/26/26 | For Sale | $279,000 | +12.0% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Sold | $249,000 | +8.3% | $175 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/03/2025 06/03/25 | Off Market | $229,900 | -- | -- | |
| 05/26/2025 05/26/25 | For Sale | $229,900 | -- | $162 / 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 | $485 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2025 | $485 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2024 | $3,969 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2023 | $3,969 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2022 | $3,938 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2021 | $3,911 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2020 | $3,874 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2019 | $3,861 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2018 | $3,767 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2017 | $3,722 | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $44,900 | $15,700 | $29,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cathleen O'Connor
CO
Seller's Agent in 2026
Cathleen O'Connor
Main St. Real Estate Group
(484) 447-2346
3 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Jim Gedney
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jim Gedney
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
(610) 465-5600
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
John Ebeling
Seller's Agent in 2025
John Ebeling
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 704-6200
9 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Robert Ritter
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Robert Ritter
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
(610) 462-4727
2 in this area
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 773898
APN: N6SE3B-18-6-0204
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