OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS AND YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT. Welcome to 488 Birkel Ave in South Bethlehem, a total turn-key investment with a 9% cap rate, just steps away from the Lehigh University campus. This large brick and stone townhouse has many recent updates. All flooring was updated to maintenance-free vinyl plank flooring, bathrooms were updated, and the kitchen was updated, including tile backsplash. The entire house was freshly painted from top to bottom. Egress windows were added to the third floor. Appliances included are a refrigerator, a washer, a dryer, a microwave, and an electric range. Economical gas-fired forced air heat and gas water heater. Off-street parking in the back with access from Boyer Street. This property will be conveyed with a clear Resale Inspection Certificate from the City of Bethlehem. See it now
Sold for $325,000
$325,000
488 Birkel Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015
4beds
1,776sqft
Townhouse, Multi Family
Built in 1900
1,611.72 Square Feet Lot
$341,500 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$2,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$341,500
$307,000 - $379,000
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Off-street parkingMaintenance-free vinyl plank flooringTile backsplashGas-fired forced air heatGas water heater
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Listed by:
Joe McGavin 610-442-4947,
Realty One Group Supreme
Bought with:
Suzanne Kasperski
Christian Saunders Real Estate
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 761744
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,776 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 1,611 sqft
- Dimensions: 15 x 97
Details
- Parcel number: P6SE1D 1 1C 0204
- Zoning: 04RM
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Multi Family
Materials
- Brick, Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Bethlehem
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2025 | Sold | $325,000+8.3%$183/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #761744 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Pending sale | $300,000$169/sqft |
Source: GLVR #761744 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000+33.3%$169/sqft |
Source: GLVR #761744 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Sold | $225,000$127/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2018 | Listing removed | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2018 | Listing removed | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: KPMM Bethlehem Division LLC Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,200$1/sqft |
Source: KPMM Bethlehem Division LLC Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,038 +2% | $33,600 |
| 2024 | $2,978 +0.3% | $33,600 |
| 2023 | $2,970 | $33,600 |
| 2022 | $2,970 +649.1% | $33,600 |
| 2021 | $396 | $33,600 |
| 2020 | $396 | $33,600 |
| 2018 | $396 | $33,600 |
| 2017 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $33,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18015
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Fountain Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 5/10Broughal Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Liberty High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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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Estimated market value
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