Check out this 3-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex in the heart of Palmerton! This home offers a fantastic opportunity to own in a desirable community at an affordable price. Step inside to find a spacious main floor layout with a full basement including a workshop or space for extra storage. Enjoy the convenience of a detached one-car garage, plus both front and back porches where you can relax and take in the charm of this tree-lined neighborhood. Ready for your personalized touch, this home is ready for its next chapter. With solid bones, plenty of space, and a welcoming layout, it's the perfect canvas to make your own! Located in the Palmerton Area School District, this property places you close to parks, shops, and all the small-town conveniences that make Palmerton such a sought-after community to live. Don't miss this chance to own a home with so much potential in a wonderful community—schedule your showing today!
Sold for $170,000
$170,000
581 Lafayette Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071
3beds
1,080sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,179 Square Feet Lot
$172,300 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$1,698 Estimated rent
Home value
$172,300
$138,000 - $215,000
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Full basementDetached one-car garageTree-lined neighborhoodSpacious main floor layoutFront and back porches
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Listed by:
Jennifer Rodgers 570-977-6781,
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
Bought with:
Emily A. Frack, RS377347
BHHS - Choice Properties
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 765436
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.50 x 10.80
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8.30 x 10.10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8.40 x 9.30
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.10 x 7.90
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 5.90 x 7.30
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.50 x 11.60
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.50 x 14.40
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil, Radiant
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Whole House Fan, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Oil Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Kitchen Island
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,080
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 3,179 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 42A47H46
- Zoning: R2 Residential
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Unknown
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Palmerton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,279
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Sold | $170,000-2.9%$157/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #765436 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Pending sale | $175,000$162/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-136042 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000+75%$162/sqft |
Source: PMAR #PM-136042 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2019 | Sold | $100,000+0.1%$93/sqft |
Source: GLVR #617949 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2019 | Price change | $99,900-9.1%$93/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate - Palmerton #PM-70714 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $109,900$102/sqft |
Source: Pocono Regional Realty LLC #617949 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,280 +8.4% | $33,000 |
| 2024 | $3,026 +3.1% | $33,000 |
| 2023 | $2,935 +3.2% | $33,000 |
| 2022 | $2,844 +1.2% | $33,000 |
| 2021 | $2,811 +5.4% | $33,000 |
| 2020 | $2,666 +2.5% | $33,000 |
| 2019 | $2,600 +0% | $33,000 |
| 2018 | $2,600 +101477% | $33,000 |
| 2017 | $3 | $33,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2007 | $196 | $33,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $33,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $33,000 |
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Neighborhood: 18071
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAPalmer Franklin Education CenterGrades: K-1Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Palmerton Area Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Palmerton Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Carbon County
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