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    265 E Market St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

    6beds
    5,149sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1882
    7,971.48 Square Feet Lot
    $975,200 Zestimate®
    $151/sqft
    $3,350 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $975,200

    $897,000 - $1.08M

    $3,350/mo

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    What's special

    Walk-in closetLarge walk-in closetCherry cabinetsLots of storageBuilt-in cabinetsGranite countersGas fpl
    ATTENTION: 3-2-2024 OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED UNDER CONTRACT Don't miss this significant PRICE ADJUSTMENT!! Magnificent 1882 Circa Victorian home situated on a tree lined street in Historic Bethlehem. Beautifully landscaped fenced in back yard. Home has three levels of living. Welcoming front porch w/original double door entry (original tile vestibule) opening to foyer. Inviting living room has built-in cabinets & gas fpl. Elegant formal dining rm w/access to Butler pantry rm w/original cabinetry...great for entertaining! Kitchen displays an antique JL Mott stove, granite counters w/overhang for stools, cherry cabinets, Wolf stove, access to back yard & mud/laundry rm. Den/family rm has gas fpl & walk-in closet (could convert to a bedroom). A separate full bath and powder rm completes lst fl. Second fl has a beautiful 12'x6' sitting area--to the left is a full bath & 2 bedrooms-one w/ fireplace & access to a balcony overlooking the backyard and to the right is a full bath and 2 bedrooms. Third floor offers 2 more bedrooms, full bath and a large walk-in closet w/lots of built in shelves and drawers. Lots of storage w/little nooks & crannies throughout this home. Within walking distance to library, downtown Bethlehem, restaurants, museums and the many events the town has to offer throughout the year. Note: Seller has a clear certificate of occupancy.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gay L. Krauss 610-217-8008,

    Weichert Realtors

    Bought with:

    Seth A Cornish, RM423667

    Plaza Realty

    Source: GLVR,MLS#: 725012MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Description: wood floors; plus dressing area 7.2'x6'
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 13.40 x 13.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: wood fls; used as an informal sitting rm
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 13.40 x 13.00
    Bedroom
    • Description: wood fls; alcove area 6'x3.6'
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 13.20 x 12.60
    Bedroom
    • Description: wood fls; gas fpl; door to balcony;informal
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 17.00 x 13.40
    Bedroom
    • Description: hrd fls; alcove area 8.6'x4'
    • Level: Third
    • Dimensions: 17.00 x 10.50
    Bedroom
    • Description: painted wood floors
    • Level: Third
    • Dimensions: 18.00 x 14.00
    Dining room
    • Description: inlay wood floors; chandilier stays; 2 closets
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 17.60 x 12.00
    Family room
    • Description: or study; gas fpl; walk-in closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 17.60 x 13.00
    Other
    • Description: tile floor, bathtub w/shower
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 9.80 x 5.00
    Other
    • Description: tile floor; enclosed tub w/shower & jets
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 8.30 x 5.80
    Other
    • Description: tile floor; enclosed tub w/shower & jets
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 11.60 x 6.00
    Other
    • Description: tile flr; original flooring & tile around tub
    • Level: Third
    • Dimensions: 9.00 x 4.20
    Half bath
    • Description: tile floor; pedistal sink;
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 7.00 x 5.10
    Kitchen
    • Description: wood fl; granite counters;cherry cabs;cnt isl
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 14.60 x 13.90
    Living room
    • Description: wood fls, gas fpl; built-in cabinets
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.60 x 13.00
    Other
    • Description: Foyer-entry-original tile in vestibule;double door entry
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13.60 x 6.30
    Other
    • Description: Butler pantry;wood fls original cabinets
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12.00 x 5.50
    Other
    • Description: Mud Rm; laundry rm;access to back porch
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
    Other
    • Description: walk-in closet off hallway;built in drawers,etc
    • Level: Third
    • Dimensions: 11.70 x 7.60
    Heating
    • Ductless, Gas, Radiator(s), Steam, Zoned
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ductless
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
    • Windows: Drapes
    • Basement: Exterior Entry,Full
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,149 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,149
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Fence, Porch, Patio
    • Fencing: Yard Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 7,971 sqft
    • Dimensions: 60 x 133
    • Features: Corner Lot, Flat
    Details
    • Parcel number: P6NE1C 23 2 0204
    • Zoning: Rt-residential
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian,Historic/Antique
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Other, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass,Other,Slate
    Condition
    • Year built: 1882

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
    Community
    • Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Bethlehem
    • Subdivision: Historic Bethlehem

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership type: Fee Simple
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/30/2024Sold$780,000-4.9%$151/sqft
    Source: GLVR #725012 Report a problem
    3/2/2024Pending sale$819,900$159/sqft
    Source: GLVR #725012 Report a problem
    2/29/2024Price change$819,900-5.8%$159/sqft
    Source: GLVR #725012 Report a problem
    10/26/2023Price change$870,000-3.2%$169/sqft
    Source: GLVR #725012 Report a problem
    10/2/2023Listed for sale$899,000-2.8%$175/sqft
    Source: GLVR #725012 Report a problem
    9/30/2023Listing removed--
    Source: GLVR #715142 Report a problem
    4/26/2023Listed for sale$925,000$180/sqft
    Source: GLVR #715142 Report a problem
    2/26/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Weichert Pro Report a problem
    11/2/2022Price change$925,000-2.6%$180/sqft
    Source: GLVR #690709 Report a problem
    4/9/2022Listed for sale$949,900-5%$184/sqft
    Source: GLVR #690709 Report a problem
    4/1/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Weichert Pro Report a problem
    10/1/2021Price change$999,900-23.1%$194/sqft
    Source: GLVR #679816 Report a problem
    9/27/2021Price change$1,300,000+18.2%$252/sqft
    Source: Weichert Pro #662635 Report a problem
    3/26/2021Listed for sale$1,100,000+124.9%$214/sqft
    Source: Weichert Pro #662635 Report a problem
    6/30/2017Listing removed$4,000$1/sqft
    Source: Dick Adams Real Estate #551734 Report a problem
    6/28/2017Listed for rent$4,000+14.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Dick Adams Real Estate #551734 Report a problem
    5/25/2017Listing removed$3,500$1/sqft
    Source: Dick Adams Real Estate #539935 Report a problem
    3/2/2017Listed for rent$3,500$1/sqft
    Source: Dick Adams Real Estate #539935 Report a problem
    2/28/2017Sold$489,100+0%$95/sqft
    Source: GLVR #536538 Report a problem
    1/4/2017Listed for sale$489,000+1.9%$95/sqft
    Source: Simple Choice Realty, Inc. #536538 Report a problem
    8/29/2011Sold$480,000-4%$93/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/18/2011Price change$499,900-4.8%$97/sqft
    Source: Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc #5744468 Report a problem
    7/22/2010Price change$525,000-4.5%$102/sqft
    Source: Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc #5744468 Report a problem
    6/5/2010Price change$550,000-6.8%$107/sqft
    Source: Capstone Real Estate Group, LLC #352602 Report a problem
    4/25/2010Listed for sale$589,900$115/sqft
    Source: Capstone Real Estate Group, LLC #352602 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$12,271 +2%$135,700
    2024$12,028 +0.3%$135,700
    2023$11,995 $135,700
    2022$11,995 +649.1%$135,700
    2021$1,601 $135,700
    2020$1,601 $135,700
    2018$1,601 $135,700
    2017-- $135,700
    2016-- $135,700
    2015-- $135,700
    2014-- $135,700
    2013-- $135,700
    2012-- $135,700
    2011-- $135,700
    2010-- $135,700
    2004-- $135,700
    2003-- $135,700
    2002-- $135,700
    2000-- $135,700

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 18018

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Liberty
    • 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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