NOT LISTED FOR SALE

968 Birch Rd Hellertown, PA 18055

Estimated Value: $302,000 - $379,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,080 Sq Ft
$312/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 24, 2024

Last sale price $329,500 $305 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,800/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course View
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Saucon Valley Senior High School Rated 9+
  • Recreation Room
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of May 2024

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED HIGHEST AND BEST BY 4/25 AT 4PM
This charming Cape Cod in Hellertown is situated on a corner lot with views of the Silver Creek golf course. It features hardwood floors, new carpeting, double-hung replacement windows, and an eat-in oak kitchen that includes a brand-new dishwasher, new flooring, and a pantry. The spacious living room has gleaming hardwood floors, 3 or 4 bedrooms, with the option to use the 4th as a den or office. The first floor hosts a full bathroom with a tub/shower, and the interior and exterior have been freshly painted. The second floor boasts two large bedrooms, each with built-in shelving, drawers, walk-in closets, and a deep hall closet for additional storage. The partially finished basement offers a bar, workshop area, and laundry hookup. Outside, a covered front porch and a one-car garage with pull-down stairs for extra storage add to the home's convenience. The house is equipped with efficient gas heat, gas hot water, and central air. The property is serviced by public water and sewer, and the location is convenient to downtown Hellertown's amenities, including shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, parks (Saucon rail trail) Easy access to I-78 makes this home as practical as it is appealing. MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED HIGHEST AND BEST BY 4/25 AT 4PM

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Torchia

Preferred Properties Plus Listed on: 04/21/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Victoria Monaco

Home Team Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,818

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 6,935 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R1-RESIDENTIAL

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Replacement Windows
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Utility Room
  • Golf Course Views
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Less than 100 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number Q7SE1D 2 9 0715

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,818

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Technology: Cable
  • County Assessment: 43900.00
  • Stories: 1.5
  • View: Golf Course
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Adult Comm55 Over Y N: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Oven/Range Gas, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Den/Office, Laundry Lower Level, Recreation Room, Utility/Mud Room
  • Floor: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 305.09
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1080
  • Square Footage: 1564
  • Total Room Count: 10

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Aluminum, Wood
  • Exterior: Covered Porch, Replacement Windows, Utility Shed, Workshop
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached, Driveway Parking
  • Number Of Cars: 1

Utilities

  • Amperage: 100
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Gas
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.159
  • Lots: Corner
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6935
  • Zoning Code: R1-RESIDENTIAL

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: Q7SE1D 2 9 0715
  • County Taxes: 474.12
  • Municipal Taxes: 943.85
  • Total Taxes: 3817.50

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 2399.53

MLS Schools

  • School District: Saucon Valley

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2024
Closed on
May 16, 2024
Sold by
Koskovich John L
Bought by
Shafer Jonathan and Shafer Devon
Seller's Agent
Jeff Torchia
Preferred Properties Plus
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Monaco
Home Team Real Estate
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$329,500
Premium/Discount to List
$39,600
13.66%
Views
99
Current Estimated Value
$336,883

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,383
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2001
Sold by
Hunt Anna M
Bought by
Koskovich John L
Source: Public Records

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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
Shafer Jonathan $329,250 My Title Pro
Koskovich John L $71,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/24/2024 05/24/24 Sold $329,500 +13.7% $305 / Sq Ft
04/25/2024 04/25/24 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2024 04/21/24 For Sale $289,900 -- $268 / 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 $474 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2024 $3,818 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2023 $3,818 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2022 $3,764 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2021 $3,807 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2020 $3,807 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2019 $3,807 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2018 $3,757 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2017 $3,678 $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2016 -- $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2015 -- $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
2014 -- $43,900 $19,600 $24,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 736442

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: Q7SE1D-2-9-0715