Welcome to this affordable twin home in the highly desirable Borough of Emmaus. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone seeking the charm and convenience of in-town living. A covered front porch welcomes you into a spacious living room and dining room combination. The kitchen includes a gas range and convenient access to the backyard, making outdoor entertaining and everyday living a breeze. Upstairs, the second floor offers three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, including one bedroom with its own private covered porch —an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening. The third floor provides a walk-up attic with excellent potential to be finished into a fourth bedroom, home office, or bonus living space. Additional highlights include a detached oversized garage with electric service, desirable hot-water radiator heat, gas hot water, a new gas boiler installed in 2022, five replacement windows, and a sump pump for added peace of mind. Located in one of the Lehigh Valley's most sought-after communities, Emmaus is known for its charming downtown, vibrant local restaurants and shops, community events, parks, and walking trails and continues to be one of the region's most desirable places to call home. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this!
Pending
Price cut: $5K (6/21)
$194,900
842 Chestnut St, Emmaus, PA 18049
3beds
1,558sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
2,482 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered front porchDesirable hot-water radiator heatGas hot waterFive replacement windows
- 27 days |
- 3,340 |
- 173 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joshua J. Moser 215-855-1165,
BHHS Keystone Properties 215-855-1165
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 778070
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: 14.00 x 12.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 9.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 8.00
Half bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6.00 x 6.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 14.00
Heating
- Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,558 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,558
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 2,482 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 5494343074391
- Zoning: R-HO
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Not in Development
Location
- Region: Emmaus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,380
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,141/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Pending sale | $194,900$125/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALH2015722 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2026 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$125/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALH2015722 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $199,900-4.4%$128/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALH2015722 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $209,000+161.6%$134/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #778070 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2002 | Sold | $79,900$51/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,357 +11.8% | $120,800 |
| 2024 | $3,898 +2% | $120,800 |
| 2023 | $3,822 +1.5% | $120,800 |
| 2022 | $3,765 +4.6% | $120,800 |
| 2021 | $3,599 +0.7% | $120,800 |
| 2020 | $3,572 +10576.4% | $120,800 |
| 2019 | $33 | $120,800 |
| 2018 | $33 | $120,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $120,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $120,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $120,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $120,800 +243.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2011 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2010 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2009 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2008 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2007 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2006 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2005 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2004 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2003 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2002 | -- | $35,150 |
| 2000 | -- | $35,150 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 18049
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lincoln El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Lower Macungie Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 8/10Emmaus High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Emmaus
- District: East Penn
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
- Lehigh County
- Emmaus
- 18049
- 842 Chestnut St
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