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Property Description
Charming 5-Bedroom brick twin home in the Heart of Bethlehem!! Welcome to 717 5th Avenue, a beautifully maintained and spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath twin home located in the desirable West Side of Bethlehem. This classic property blends original character with modern updates, offering the perfect combination of charm and functionality. Step inside to find a warm and inviting living space, with plenty of natural light. The spacious living and dining rooms flow seamlessly, making it ideal for entertaining or relaxing evenings at home. Upstairs you'll find your five bedrooms and full bathroom. One bedroom currently being used a den/office space has the bonus of having a walk-out balcony. Additional highlights include a full basement with laundry and storage, gas heat, and on/off-street parking. Located just minutes from historic downtown Bethlehem, local parks, schools, and major highways, this home offers comfort, convenience, and value in a sought-after neighborhood. Don't miss your opportunity to own this charming Bethlehem gem-schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 717 5th Ave
General
- Sold For: $325,000
- Taxes: $4,013 (2020)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALH2012494
- Added to Site: 230 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Electric, Insert, Electric, Insert
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 4, Upper 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 5, Upper 2
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 1 - Ceiling Fan(s), Balcony Access, Upper 1
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 2 - Ceiling Fan(s), Upper 1
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom 3 - Ceiling Fan(s), Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace - Electric, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Eat-in, Island, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
- Sun Room: Yes
- Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
- Laundry: Basement
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Balcony
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
- Parking Type: Off Street, On Street
Location
- Area: Bethlehem City (12303)
- Municipality: BETHLEHEM CITY
- County: Lehigh
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Cross Streets: Union Blvd
- Driving Directions: Head east on US-22 E from N Cedar Crest Blvd, Continue on US-22 E to PA-378 S Bethlehem Take exit 2 from PA-378 S to 8th Ave turn right onto 8th Ave, and continue to W Union Blvd Turn left onto W Union Blvd head straight and make a right onto 5th Ave
School Information
- School District: Bethlehem Area
- Elementary School: James Buchanan
- Middle School: Nitschmann
- High School: Liberty
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Summer/Winter Changeover, Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, Tankless, S/W Changeover
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Fiberglass, Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,952
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,952 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,952 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,800
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 20 x 140
- Zoning: RT
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $178.79
- School Tax: $2,617
- City/TownTax: $867
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $528
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $139,700
- Tax Amount: $4,013
- Tax Year: 2020
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 3
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Shane Brader and EXP Realty, LLC, Eric T. Neith
Sold by House & Land Real Estate, Mylissa Battoni
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Schools
Schools serving 717 5th Ave
School District:Bethlehem Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James Buchanan El School 1621 Catasauqua Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017 | K-5 | 1.2 mi |
Nitschmann Middle School 1002 West Union Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18018 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Liberty High School 1115 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 717 5th Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/12/2025
Sold
$325,000
-6.88%
MLS
7/29/2025
Price Reduced
$349,000
-5.42%
MLS
7/21/2025
Price Reduced
$369,000
-1.6%
MLS
7/15/2025
Price Reduced
$375,000
-1.32%
MLS
7/10/2025
Price Reduced
$379,999
-1.3%
MLS
6/30/2025
Listed
$385,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
717 5th Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18018 (MLS# PALH2012494) is a Single Family property that was sold at $325,000 on September 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 717 5th Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bethlehem? You can browse all Bethlehem real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

