Seller's Agent in 2025
Deborah Campanella
Keller Williams Northampton
(610) 657-1628
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
971 Lakeside Dr Effort, PA 18330
Estimated Value: $258,908 - $278,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,184
Sq Ft
$225/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Panoramic View
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Porch
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Balcony
- Shed
About This Home
As of May 2025CHALET in EFFORT, PA – Located in Birch Hollow Estates in the Pocono Mountains, this cozy year-round home is ideally situated on a flat, wooded lot with all the privacy and charm of a mountain retreat with front and rear decks and a small second floor balcony. The horseshoe driveway in front of the house is inviting and can provide extra parking when entertaining. The driveway aside of the property can handle an additional 6-8 cars. The house features an open-concept first floor. Enjoy the gas fireplace in the living room on those chilly days of winter. The kitchen has natural wood cabinets and tile floor. The owners converted the pantry closet with paneled bifold doors to conceal a washer/dryer. A bedroom and full bath completes this floor. The second floor has 2 nice size bedrooms, one with an open balcony, and a powder room. Plenty of additional storage space can be found under the eaves. A new septic system was installed in the front of the house in 2020, and a new roof was replaced on the shed this spring. A private 100-yard path was created through the woods in the backyard that conveniently leads to the community center, where you can enjoy pickleball, tennis, basketball, swimming, and other social amenities. HOA fee is only $350 per year. You don’t even need to get into your car to reach the center. Property is within 30 mins of Blue Mt skiing resorts, Big Boulder, & Crossings outlets. Refrigerator, washer, dryer remain.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Northampton Listed on: 03/26/2025
Co-Listed By
Jay Young
Keller Williams Northampton License #RS250135
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,027
Year Built
- Built in 1988
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned RESIDENTIAL / LOW DENSITY
Parking
- 8 Car Garage
- No Garage
- Parking Pad
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Hills
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,184 Sq Ft Home
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Heating Available
- Well
Community Details
- Birch Hollow Estates Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Buskirk Taren J
Bought by
Underwood Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Deborah Campanella
Keller Williams Northampton
Buyer's Agent
nonmember nonmember
NON MBR Office
List Price
$268,500
Sold Price
$264,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.49%
Views
2
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
$2,227
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.32%
Original Mortgage
$211,600
Outstanding Balance
$211,600
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$55,127
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2020
Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Collette Nancy
Bought by
Buskirk Taren J
Seller's Agent
Kyle Kerecman
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
Jay Young
Keller Williams Northampton
List Price
$147,000
Sold Price
$139,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-5.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.25%
Original Mortgage
$125,100
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 1995
Bought by
Collett Nancy
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood Cynthia | $264,500 | Keystone Premier Settlement Se | |
| Buskirk Taren J | $139,000 | Keystone Premier Stlmt Svcs | |
| Collett Nancy | $80,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Underwood Cynthia | $211,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Buskirk Taren J | $125,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Collett Nancy L | $42,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Collett Nancy L | $10,165 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Sold | $264,500 | -1.5% | $223 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/12/2025 04/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | For Sale | $268,500 | +93.2% | $227 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/13/2020 07/13/20 | Sold | $139,000 | -5.4% | $117 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/04/2020 06/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | For Sale | $147,000 | -- | $124 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $720 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2024 | $600 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2023 | $2,735 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2022 | $2,661 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2021 | $2,536 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2020 | $2,615 | $90,330 | $30,000 | $60,330 |
| 2019 | $2,866 | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
| 2018 | $2,834 | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
| 2017 | $2,801 | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
| 2016 | $445 | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
| 2015 | -- | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
| 2014 | -- | $16,080 | $3,000 | $13,080 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Deborah Campanella
-
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jay Young
Keller Williams Northampton
-
nonmember nonmember
n
Buyer's Agent in 2025
nonmember nonmember
NON MBR Office
-
Kyle Kerecman
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kyle Kerecman
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
(610) 766-7200
3 in this area
187 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 754497
APN: 02.17B.1.82
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Nearby Homes
- lot 37 Lakeside Dr
- 1555 Longleaf Dr
- 692 Watercrest Ave
- 497 Jonas Rd
- Lot 154 Little Twig Rd
- 704 Rainbow Terrace
- 752 Toll Rd
- 869 Toll Rd
- 317 Valley View Dr
- 7 Gooseberry Dr
- 306 Valley View Dr
- 341 Donalds Rd
- 0 Johns Rd Unit PM-136428
- 141 Long View Dr
- 1405 Donalds Rd
- 0 Arciel Dr Unit PM-132277
- 0 Arciel Dr Unit PM-132274
- 151 Mallard Ln
- 150 Mallard Ln
- 0 Algonquin Trail
- 83 Lakeside Dr
- 64K Lakeside Dr
- 2560 Birch Hollow Dr
- 84 Lakeside Dr
- 552 Lakeside Dr
- 972 Lakeside Dr
- 2578 Birch Hollow Dr
- 47 Lakeside Dr
- 2535 Birch Hollow Dr
- 60 Birch Hollow Dr
- 46 Lakeside Dr
- 2554 Birch Hollow Dr
- 65 Birch Hollow Dr
- 2575 Birch Hollow Dr
- 989 Lakeside Dr
- 49 Birch Hollow Dr
- 64 Birch Hollow Dr
- 45 Lakeside Dr
- 79 Woodcrest Ave
- 2559 Birch Hollow Dr