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  • $319,900

    551 Hillside Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015

    3beds
    1,536sqft
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    $2,235/mo
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    Townhouse, Multi Family
    Built in 1900
    3,746 Square Feet Lot
    $311,700 Zestimate®
    $208/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Exceptional investment opportunity just steps from Lehigh University and located within the City of Bethlehem's desirable Student Overlay District. The layout features 3 bedrooms on the second floor. The 3rd floor could be converted into a 4th bedroom with some modifications. Currently one full bath with space to add a 2nd bath. (buyer to verify permitted use and student housing conversion requirements with the City of Bethlehem). This property features 2 off street parking spaces in the rear. Economical natural gas hot water heat runs throughout most of the home. Improvements include a new rear flat rubber roof and a new sewer line, both in 2022. The backyard offers a nice open space to enjoy the outdoors. Situated on the highly sought-after 500 block of Hillside Avenue, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an income-producing property in one of Lehigh University's most desirable student housing locations. With consistent rental demand and excellent long-term investment potential, this property is well positioned to generate strong returns for years to come.
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    Listed by:

    Walt Keiper 484-239-4753,

    RE/MAX Central - Center Valley 610-791-4400

    Source: GLVR,MLS#: 786520MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Radiator(s)
      Cooling
      • Wall/Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 3,746 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: P6SE1C10120204
      • Zoning: 04RM
      • Special conditions: Estate

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Property subtype: Townhouse, Multi Family
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Not in Development
      Location
      • Region: Bethlehem

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $208/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $28,900
      • Annual tax amount: $2,705
      • Date on market: 10/19/2026

        Estimated market value

        $311,700

        $296,000 - $327,000

        $1,928/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/19/2026Listed for sale$319,900+481.6%$208/sqft
        Source: GLVR #786520 Report a problem
        8/1/1989Sold$55,000$36/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$2,705 +3.5%$28,900
        2025$2,613 +2%$28,900
        2024$2,562 +0.3%$28,900
        2023$2,554 $28,900
        2022$2,554 +649.1%$28,900
        2021$341 $28,900
        2020$341 $28,900
        2018$341 $28,900
        2017-- $28,900
        2016-- $28,900
        2015-- $28,900
        2014-- $28,900
        2013-- $28,900
        2012-- $28,900
        2011-- $28,900
        2010-- $28,900
        2004-- $28,900
        2003-- $28,900
        2002-- $28,900
        2000-- $28,900
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 18015

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        36 / 100
        Some Transit
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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