Welcome home to comfort, space, and convenience in the heart of the City of Bethlehem. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers a thoughtful layout designed for both everyday living and easy entertaining.
The inviting eat-in kitchen is perfect for casual meals, while the separate dining room sets the stage for holidays and gatherings. A first-floor laundry adds everyday convenience and enhances the home’s practical design. Hardwood floors lie beneath all carpeting, offering future owners an exciting opportunity to reveal timeless character throughout the home.
The spacious, fully finished, heated basement provides valuable additional living space—ideal for a family room, home office, gym, or playroom—and features Bilco doors for easy access and added functionality.
Major updates by the current owner add peace of mind, including the furnace, air conditioning, roof, windows, front doors, garage door, washer, dryer, and refrigerator. Set on a generous lot and ideally located just minutes from Routes 191 and 512, this home is close to shopping, restaurants, and many of Bethlehem’s amenities.
A wonderful opportunity to enjoy city living with space, updates, and convenience—this one is not to be missed.
Sold for $418,000
$418,000
481 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
3beds
2,926sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$431,600 Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$3,464 Estimated rent
Home value
$431,600
$393,000 - $475,000
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Generous lotFirst-floor laundrySeparate dining roomInviting eat-in kitchen
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Listed by:
Jane T. Gonzalez 610-657-0544,
BHHS Fox & Roach Bethlehem
Bought with:
Joe McGavin, AB041728A
Realty One Group Supreme
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 770109
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 12.00
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 6.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Other
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 4.00
Half bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 3.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 8.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 17.00
Recreation
- Description: Heated; Bilco doors to outside
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 30.00
Sunroom
- Description: Enclosed Patio
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 20.00
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Rec/Family Area
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,926 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,463
- Finished area below ground: 1,463
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Covered Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: N6 10 29 0204
- Zoning: 04RG
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Bethlehem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $62,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,888
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $418,000+4.5%$143/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #770109 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2026 | Pending sale | $399,900$137/sqft |
Source: GLVR #770109 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+17.6%$137/sqft |
Source: GLVR #770109 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2022 | Sold | $340,000$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,688 +2% | $62,900 |
| 2024 | $5,575 +0.3% | $62,900 |
| 2023 | $5,560 | $62,900 |
| 2022 | $5,560 +649.1% | $62,900 |
| 2021 | $742 | $62,900 |
| 2020 | $742 | $62,900 |
| 2018 | $742 | $62,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2016 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2015 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $62,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18017
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Spring Garden Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Northeast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Liberty High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spring Garden Elementary
- Middle: Northeast Middle School
- High: Liberty 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.
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- Pennsylvania
- Northampton County
- Bethlehem
- 18017
- 481 Forrest Ave
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