Can't find what you are looking for? Frustrated with affordability? Look no further than this 3 BR/1.5 BATH twin in Palmerton!! Upon entry, you'll find a tastefully updated double living room with the added convenience of a first floor half bath and ductless AC/heat pump. The modern eat-in kitchen leads to a covered back deck area and enclosed back yard with detached garage for off-street parking. Upstairs boasts of 3 sizeable bedrooms, full bathroom and attic access. The basement is partially finished and provides storage options or added living space. Don't underestimate the value of efficient natural gas heat. When price, style, location and pride of ownership come together.......you can't go wrong!
Sold for $210,000
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$210,000
540 Franklin Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071
3beds
1,522sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
3,179 Square Feet Lot
$210,000 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$1,910 Estimated rent
Home value
$210,000
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Listed by:
Brian Knepper 610-751-0861,
Iron Valley R E Northeast
Bought with:
Michelle Graver, RS379217
Iron Valley R E Northeast
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 775673
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.90 x 11.30
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.60 x 11.60
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 9.00
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 26.50
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.50
Half bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.50 x 4.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 15.00
Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless, Electric, Gas
Cooling
- Ductless, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Attic, Eat-in Kitchen, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Resilient
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,522 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
- Finished area below ground: 290
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 3,179 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 42A47F13
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Unknown
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: No Subdivision
Location
- Region: Palmerton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $34,350
- Annual tax amount: $3,534
- Date on market: 4/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Sold | $210,000+11.1%$138/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #775673 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Pending sale | $189,000$124/sqft |
Source: GLVR #775673 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,000+98.9%$124/sqft |
Source: GLVR #775673 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2015 | Sold | $95,000-17.4%$62/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2012 | Listing removed | $115,000$76/sqft |
Source: Hugh D. Dugan Real Estate #12-58 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2012 | Listed for sale | $115,000$76/sqft |
Source: Hugh D. Dugan Real Estate #12-58 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,414 +8.4% | $34,350 |
| 2024 | $3,149 +3.1% | $34,350 |
| 2023 | $3,055 +3.2% | $34,350 |
| 2022 | $2,960 +1.2% | $34,350 |
| 2021 | $2,926 +5.4% | $34,350 |
| 2020 | $2,775 +2.5% | $34,350 |
| 2019 | $2,707 +0% | $34,350 |
| 2018 | $2,707 +101657.5% | $34,350 |
| 2017 | $3 | $34,350 |
| 2016 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2015 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2014 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2013 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2012 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2011 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2010 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2009 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2008 | -- | $34,350 |
| 2007 | $204 | $34,350 +1.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $33,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $33,700 |
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Neighborhood: 18071
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAPalmer Franklin Education CenterGrades: K-1Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Palmerton Area Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Palmerton Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Palmerton
- 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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