Welcome to 1718 Chester Road, a beautifully designed, well-maintained 3-bedroom townhouse offering modern, designer finishes, flexible living space, and a private backyard retreat. The main level features a bright, open living and dining area with abundant natural light, laminate wood flooring, and custom built-ins, offering both character and additional storage. The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous 42" semi-cabinetry, and plenty of workspace. Upstairs offers three bedrooms and a beautifully renovated modrern full bath with floor-to-ceiling tile, a floating vanity, and brass fixtures. The finished walk-out lower level expands the living space with a family room, laundry/mudroom, half bath, garage entry to home and sliding doors providing direct access to the covered patio. Outside, the fully fenced backyard creates a private outdoor retreat with a custom wooden pergola, raised garden beds, mature landscaping, tetherball and storage shed—ideal for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Additional features include an attached one-car garage, driveway parking, replacement windows, and attic storage. Enjoy the convenient Bethlehem location within minutes of major roadways, including Routes 33, 78, and 22, as well as area hospitals, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, with New York City also within reach. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
$300,000
1718 Chester Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3beds
1,896sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1977
2,395 Square Feet Lot
$300,100 Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tara L. Morrow 610-730-9060,
Valor Realty 610-829-9231
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 785887
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Primary
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 17.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 17.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 8.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 13.00
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 14.00
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 10.00
Half bath
- Description: powder
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 4.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 17.00
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 5.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 15.00
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Lower Level
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Mud Room, Storage, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Resilient, Vinyl
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Screens
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Finished,Other,Walk-Out Access,Rec/Family Area
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,896 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,596
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Built In, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Fence, Patio, Shed
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2,395 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: M7SW12180204
- Zoning: 04RS
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Bethlehem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $158/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $43,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,100
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$300,100
$285,000 - $315,000
$2,224/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000+207.7%$158/sqft |
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| 4/29/2014 | Sold | $97,500-5.2%$51/sqft |
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| 4/1/2014 | Price change | $102,900-6.5%$54/sqft |
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| 2/27/2014 | Listed for sale | $110,000+5268.5%$58/sqft |
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| 2/17/2014 | Sold | $2,049-98.6%$1/sqft |
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| 1/2/2012 | Listing removed | $147,000$78/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Pinnacle #411809 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $147,000-1.9%$78/sqft |
Source: Pinnacle #411809 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2011 | Listing removed | $149,900$79/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Allentown #403889 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2011 | Listed for sale | $149,900+41.4%$79/sqft |
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| 10/8/2002 | Sold | $106,000$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,100 +3.5% | $43,800 |
| 2025 | $3,961 +2% | $43,800 |
| 2024 | $3,882 +0.3% | $43,800 |
| 2023 | $3,871 | $43,800 |
| 2022 | $3,871 +649.1% | $43,800 |
| 2021 | $517 | $43,800 |
| 2020 | $517 | $43,800 |
| 2018 | $517 | $43,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $43,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $43,800 |
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Neighborhood: 18017
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: East Hills
- High: Freedom High School
- District: Bethlehem
Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




