Welcome to 1537 Winthrop Avenue, where timeless character meets thoughtful updates in an established Bethlehem neighborhood. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a finished basement, one-car garage, and a spacious, flat fenced-in backyard, this home offers plenty of room to live, gather, and make your own. Step inside to beautiful natural stone flooring, original hardwood floors, and custom built-ins that bring warmth and character to the home. The inviting living space is highlighted by a slate-faced wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect place to settle in on cooler evenings. The renovated kitchen pairs style and function with soft-close cabinetry, natural stone flooring, and plenty of space for everyday meals and entertaining. Need more room? The finished basement offers flexible bonus space ideal for a media room, playroom, home gym, office, or additional recreation area. Outside, the large, level backyard is enclosed by a black aluminum fence and complemented by a concrete deck and patio, giving you plenty of space to entertain, play, or simply unwind. Freshly painted siding and brick, a beautiful wood garage door, and an asphalt fiberglass roof installed in 2025 add to the home's curb appeal and list of improvements. Conveniently located near shopping, recreation, major routes, and all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer, 1537 Winthrop Avenue blends original charm, modern updates, and everyday functionality into a home ready for its next chapter.
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$449,900
1537 Winthrop Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
4beds
1,368sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.26 Acres Lot
$393,500 Zestimate®
$329/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 50 minutes
- 88
- 5
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Listed by:
Christopher C. George 610-428-8986,
Coldwell Banker Hearthside 610-465-5600,
Mckayla L. O'Connell 484-264-5534,
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 785797
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 12.00
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 15.00
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 10.00
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 8.00
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 9.00
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 15.00
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 5.00
Other
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 6.00
Half bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6.00 x 2.00
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 19.00
Living room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 14.00
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Concrete
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,168
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In, Driveway, Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M5SE31260214
- Zoning: 14R1S
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick, Block, Concrete
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Delta Manor
Location
- Region: Bethlehem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $329/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $58,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,585
- Date on market: 10/10/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$393,500
$374,000 - $413,000
$2,872/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2016 | Sold | $175,000-5.4%$128/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #503222 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2015 | Price change | $184,900-5.1%$135/sqft |
Source: Harvey Z Raad Real Estate #503222 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2015 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$142/sqft |
Source: Harvey Raad Rltrs #503222 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2015 | Listed for sale | $199,900$146/sqft |
Source: Harvey Raad Rltrs #503222 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,586 +4.6% | $58,700 |
| 2025 | $4,384 +2.5% | $58,700 |
| 2024 | $4,279 -0.3% | $58,700 |
| 2023 | $4,294 | $58,700 |
| 2022 | $4,294 +519.9% | $58,700 |
| 2021 | $693 | $58,700 |
| 2020 | $693 | $58,700 |
| 2018 | $693 | $58,700 |
| 2017 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $58,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $58,700 |
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Neighborhood: 18017
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Bethlehem
Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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