2231 5th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18020 - Photo 1

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$480,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,051 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

This classic two-story brick front Colonial has been well cared for and maintained by the current owners. Recent improvements include a heat pump with comfortable central air and hot water heater both installed in 2022. The entire first level plus the staircase has glowing hardwood floors throughout for easy maintenance. Flexible 1st floor plan as formal living room opens to the formal dining room and the generous eat in kitchen is open to the family room. Focal point in the family room is the all brick wood burning fireplace. The 2nd floor has four generously sized bedrooms including the 19x12 primary suite which features an ample walk-in closet and attached full bath. A full basement and two car garage provide plenty of storage space. Enjoy the outdoors from the raised sun deck or extend the electric retractable awing for comforting shade. The rear yard is nicely sized but easily maintained. Entire property has thoughtful landscaping with blooms scheduled throughout the year. There is even a fenced in vegetable garden ready for you. Covered front porch is also usable as a quiet area to relax. Located in the peaceful and popular Miller Heights section of Bethlehem Township which has no cumbersome deed restrictions allowing you to enjoy your property to its fullest. Yet location still offers easy access to parks, St Luke's Anderson Campus, numerous shopping centers and the 33/78 corridor. Home has a clear Bethlehem Township certificate of occupancy and is ready for you.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2231 5th St

General

Sold For: $480,000
Taxes: $5,651 (2022)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PANH2008404
Added to Site: 170 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Interior Features: Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4

Additional Information

Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector

Exterior

Exterior Features: Awning(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Garage Description: Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Bethlehem Twp (12405)
Municipality: BETHLEHEM TWP
County: NORTHAMPTON
Driving Directions: Route 78 to Route 33 North to Freemansburg Avenue exit. Proceed West in Freemansburg Avenue. Bear right onto Linden Street and then proceed to right on 5th Street to home on the left.

School Information

School District: Bethlehem Area

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,051
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 2,051 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,051 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1989
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,600
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Zoning: MDR

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $238.86
Assessment Year: 2023
School Tax: $4,290
City/TownTax: $568
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $792
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $73,400
Tax Amount: $5,651
Tax Year: 2022
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: N7NE1

Listed by Grace Realty Company Inc, Christopher Zajacik
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Schools

Schools serving 2231 5th St

School District:Bethlehem Area School District

Name	Grades	Distance
East Hills Middle School 2005 Chester Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017	6-8	1.3 mi
Freedom High School 3149 Chester Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18020	9-12	1.2 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 2231 5th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/05/2025

Sold

$480,000

-2.02%

MLS

7/31/2025

Listed

$489,900

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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.

2231 5th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18020 (MLS# PANH2008404) is a Single Family property that was sold at $480,000 on September 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 2231 5th Street? 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.

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