281 Bear Creek Lake Drive, Penn Forrest, PA 18229 - Photo 1

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$925,000

Sold
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Single Family
3 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,833 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

The ULTIMATE Trifecta! 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, and a 3-Car Garage in a stunning Lakefront HOME. As you enter into the home you will be drawn to the living room that features a cozy propane fireplace flanked by custom built-in bookshelves, creating a warm and inviting focal point. Ample natural light pours in through lakefront-facing windows, filling the space with brightness and showcasing beautiful views. The custom kitchen showcases a charming breakfast nook with a window seat and built-in storage, perfectly positioned to take in peaceful lake views. Thoughtfully designed, it features custom cabinetry, a built-in wine rack, quartz countertops, a sleek tile backsplash, and a spacious kitchen island ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Formal dining room is located just off the kitchen provide a space for entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring elegant double-door entry, private access to the rear deck, and a spacious en suite bath complete with dual vanity sinks, a Jacuzzi tub with a window overlooking the lake, a separate shower, and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, each with charming custom window seats are complemented by two additional full bathrooms, offering comfort and flexibility for guests. Just off the inviting foyer you'll find a flexible space ideal for a home office, study, or quiet retreat. A spacious laundry and mudroom, conveniently located just off the garage, is thoughtfully designed with a utility sink and ample cabinetry offering both functionality and organized storage. Enjoy the endless breathtaking SUNSETS on the gazebo or from the low maintenance composite deck. Finished basement adds extra living space; unfinished area offers storage and walk-out to rear yard. Live the LAKE LIFE You've Always Dreamed Of in your LAKEFRONT escape in the amenity filled, well sought-after Bear Creek Lakes community! Minutes to Historical Downtown Jim Thorpe, hiking, biking, skiing, etc. Call today to schedule your own private showing!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 281 Bear Creek Lake Dr

General

Sold For: $925,000
HOA FEE: $109/month
HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
Taxes: $9,640
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: Lehigh_Valley
MLS ID: 773038
Added to Site: 108 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Interior Features: Attic, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Storage, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Resilient, Tile, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Features: Deck, Propane Tank - Owned
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Penn Forest
County: Carbon
Subdivision: Bear Creek Lakes
Driving Directions: In 5.7 mi turn left onto Indian Trail. 300 ft turn right onto Piney Woods Dr. In 450 ft turn right onto Bear Creek Lake Dr. In 0.4 mi on your left will be 281 Bear Creek Lake Dr.

School Information

Elem School District: Jim Thorpe
Midd School District: Jim Thorpe
High School District: Jim Thorpe

Community

Home Owners Assn.: Lehigh Valley MLS

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Well: Yes

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
Construction: Stone Veneer, Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access
Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Stories/Levels: 1
Square Feet: 2,833
Living Area: 2,833 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2005

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Gazebo

Lot Features

Property View: Lake
Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 21,779
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Waterfront
Zoning: R2

Water Features

Water Front: Yes
Water View: Yes

Financial Considerations

Association Fee: $1,305
Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Tax Amount: $9,640.18

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 51A-51-G11LD

Listed by Mountain Vista Real Estate
Sold by Bear Mountain Real Estate LLC

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Schools

Schools serving 281 Bear Creek Lake Dr

School District:Jim Thorpe Area School District

Name	Grades	Distance
L B Morris El School 150 West 10th Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229	PK-8	4.9 mi
Jim Thorpe Area Senior High School 1 Olympian Way, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229	9-12	4.8 mi

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Price & Sales History for 281 Bear Creek Lake Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/05/2026

Sold

$925,000

-6.47%

MLS

3/27/2026

Listed

$989,000

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MLS

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