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Property Description
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-known commercial property in one of the Lehigh Valley's most desirable communities with a proforma cap rate of 7.7%. Formerly home to Volpe's Sports Bar, this highly visible corner location offers outstanding potential for a restaurant, tavern, sports bar, entertainment venue, brewery, event space, or adaptive commercial redevelopment. Strategically positioned along Broad Street in downtown Emmaus, the property benefits from strong local traffic, established neighborhood demographics, and excellent accessibility to surrounding residential and commercial districts. This property features a 5000+ sq/ft bar/restaurant space, 6 one BR and two 2 BR apartments. Emmaus continues to attract residents and visitors seeking a vibrant small-town atmosphere with strong community support for local dining, entertainment, and hospitality businesses. This ready-to-go hospitality location presents a rare chance to establish a new concept in a property that has long served as a local gathering place. This listing is for the building only. R-license and restaurant equipment available for an additional $499,000. Owner financing options available. Contact listing agent to schedule your showing now.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 52 S 5th St
General
- Price: $1,995,000
- Taxes: $17,277
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Lehigh_Valley
- MLS ID: 778785
- Updated: 6/12/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 13
- Parking Features: Parking Lot, On Street
Location
- Area: Emmaus
- County: Lehigh
- Subdivision: Not in Development
- Cross Streets: Broad
- Driving Directions: From Chestnut. S. on S. 4th St. West on Broad. Property on corner of 5th and Broad.
School Information
- Elem School District: East Penn
- Midd School District: East Penn
- High School District: East Penn
Community
- Home Owners Assn.: Lehigh Valley MLS
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 9,816
- Living Area: 9,816 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1904
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.183
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,971
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Dimensions: 52.07 x 142.21 IRREG
- Zoning: B-C-Central Commercial
Financial Considerations
- Operating Expenses: $26,275
- Tax Amount: $17,277.12
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 549454985995 001
Listed by Heart and Home Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 52 S 5th St
School District:East Penn School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln El School, Emmaus, PA 233 Seem Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Lower Macungie Middle School 6299 Lower Macungie Road, Macungie, PA 18062 | 6-8 | 4.4 mi |
Emmaus High School 500 Macungie Avenue, Emmaus, PA 18049 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 52 S 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/11/2026
Listed
$1,995,000
343.33%
MLS
9/29/2008
Sold
$450,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 52 S 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$17,277
3%
$476,400
—
2025
$16,781
9%
$476,400
—
2024
$15,371
2%
$476,400
—
2023
$15,072
3%
$476,400
—
2022
$14,575
13%
$476,400
—
2019
$12,870
-9%
$476,400
—
2020
$14,088
3%
$476,400
—
2019
$13,712
4%
$476,400
—
2018
$13,195
3%
$476,400
—
2017
$12,788
3%
$476,400
—
2016
$12,411
2%
$476,400
—
2015
$12,182
2%
$476,400
—
2014
$11,906
—
$476,400
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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52 S 5th Street, Emmaus Boro, PA 18049 (MLS# 778785) is a Multi-Family property with 9 units containing 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 52 S 5th Street is currently listed for $1,995,000 and was received on June 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 52 S 5th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Emmaus Boro? You can browse all Emmaus Boro real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

