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  • Price cut: $10K (8/12)
    $265,000

    1970 Forest St, Lehighton, PA 18235

    3beds
    2,304sqft
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    $1,782/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    1.28 Acres Lot
    $261,600 Zestimate®
    $115/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Half bathSpacious yardQuiet streetCenter islandAbundant cabinet spaceThree additional bedrooms
    Investor Opportunity with Serious Profit Potential! Bring your tools, renovation ideas, and vision to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial situated on 1.27+ acres in the desirable Palmerton Area School District. Whether you are looking for your next flip, renovation project, live in while you make repairs, this property offers the space, location, and features needed to create substantial equity. This 2,300+Sqft home features a spacious living room with a picture window, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, a center island, abundant cabinet space, and direct access to the rear patio and oversized backyard. The first floor also includes entry foyer with coat closet, a half bath and convenient laundry/mudroom. Upstairs, you will find a primary bedroom suite with a private full bath, three additional bedrooms, and a second full bath. The attached two-car garage includes 8-foot doors and valuable storage space above. Outside, the manicured 1.27+ acre lot provides plenty of room for outdoor living, pets, chickens, recreation, and future improvements. NO HOA or DUES! The quiet street, spacious yard, and nearby recreational attractions make this property appealing to a wide range of future buyers. Located approximately five minutes from Beltzville Lake great for boating, fishing and hiking. Also close to various ski resorts, Pocono attractions, and Pennsylvania Turnpike access. With the right repairs and improvements, this property could become a highly desirable resale or long-term investment. Opportunities with this combination of size, acreage, garage space, and location are difficult to find. Bring your contractor and start planning your next profitable project or dream home. Don't Wait Schedule Your Showing Today!
    38 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Chad P. Fritzinger 610-216-9961,

    Koehler Marvin Realty 610-377-8000

    Source: GLVR,MLS#: 781186MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 21.00
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 15.00
      Foyer
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 12.00 x 6.00
      Other
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 9.00 x 7.00
      Other
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 7.00 x 8.00
      Half bath
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 13.00 x 14.00
      Laundry
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 25.00
      Heating
      • Electric
      Cooling
      • Wall Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
      Features
      • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Kitchen Island
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Resilient
      • Basement: Full
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,304 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,304
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Off Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 1.28 Acres
      • Features: Flat, Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 39A57A3
      • Zoning: RC-Rural Conservation
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
      Condition
      • Year built: 1987

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Beltzville Estates
      Location
      • Region: Lehighton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $115/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $71,650
      • Annual tax amount: $6,119
      • Date on market: 7/28/2026
      • Ownership type: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $261,600

        $249,000 - $275,000

        $2,552/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/12/2026Price change$265,000-3.6%$115/sqft
        Source: GLVR #781186 Report a problem
        7/28/2026Listed for sale$275,000+2955.6%$119/sqft
        Source: GLVR #781186 Report a problem
        6/11/1984Sold$9,000$4/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,013 +5%$71,650
        2024$5,726 +3.6%$71,650
        2023$5,529 +3.7%$71,650
        2022$5,331 $71,650
        2021$5,331 +4.7%$71,650
        2020$5,089 +2.9%$71,650
        2019$4,946 +0%$71,650
        2018$4,946 +101668.3%$71,650
        2017$5 $71,650
        2016-- $71,650
        2015-- $71,650
        2014-- $71,650
        2013-- $71,650
        2012-- $71,650
        2011-- $71,650
        2010-- $71,650
        2009-- $71,650
        2008-- $71,650
        2007$426 $71,650
        2006-- $71,650
        2005-- $71,650
        2004-- $71,650
        2003-- $71,650
        2002-- $71,650
        2000-- $71,650
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 18235

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        13 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Towamensing
        • High: Palmerton Area
        • District: Palmerton

        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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