1478 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
SOLD
AUG 11, 2025

1478 E 5th St
Bethlehem, PA 18015

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,428 sqft

$249,000

Last Sold: Aug 11, 2025
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,574/mo*
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$249,000

Last Sold: Aug 11, 2025
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,574/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,428 sqft

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Description

Enjoy Stunning Mountain Views from This Beautifully & FULLY Renovated South Bethlehem End-of-Row Home! Situated on a spacious double lot, this charming home features a detached garage and off-street parking—perfect for hosting guests with ease. Step inside to find a fully renovated interior, including brand new flooring, fresh paint, updated fixtures, a modern kitchen, and two brand-new bathrooms. The main level boasts a comfortable living room, dining room, stylish kitchen, bathroom, and mudroom. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a bonus room—ideal for a home office or nursery—and a full bath. The finished attic provides a perfect space for a third bedroom or flex area, while the full basement houses laundry and utilities. Located just minutes from Route 78, Wind Creek Casino, Lehigh University, and other local attractions, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 13, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$174/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1478 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Full Bath, Half Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1428 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,Lower Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,Off Street,On Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1428 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 84

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1916
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: P7SW1A 11 20A 0204

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,000Price Per Sqft: $174/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 11 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bethlehem CityCommunity: Not in Development
School Information
Elementary School District: BethlehemJr High / Middle School District: BethlehemHigh School District: Bethlehem

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lehigh Valley MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4573.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 759313Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1428Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-42095-N-P7SW1A 11 20A 0204-R-N
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Jon Campbell, (610) 624-2566
Real of Pennsylvania
Cindy Lapp, (717) 725-4223
Real of Pennsylvania
Bought with: Mark A. Lutz, (610) 554-4594, RE/MAX Real Estate
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Source: GLVR, MLS#759313

Price History for 1478 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/11/2025$249,000Sold
GLVR #759313
07/13/2025$249,000PendingGLVR #759313
07/08/2025$249,000PriceChange
GLVR #759313
07/07/2025$250,000PriceChange
GLVR #759313
07/02/2025$252,000PriceChange
GLVR #759313
06/30/2025$254,500PriceChange
GLVR #759313
06/26/2025$255,000PriceChange
Bright MLS #PANH2007664
06/19/2025$258,000PriceChange
GLVR #759313
06/13/2025$260,000Listed For SaleGLVR #759313
06/11/2025$260,000ListingRemovedGLVR #755872
04/26/2025$260,000ContingentGLVR #755872
04/18/2025$260,000Listed For SaleGLVR #755872
11/21/2024$125,000Sold
N/A
02/17/2020$104,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/13/2020$104,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/06/2020$104,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/02/2020$104,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/26/2019$114,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,487
Assessment$55,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1478 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1417 E 8th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.14
Townhouse
$200,000
07/08/25
3
1.5
1,305
1251 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.30
Townhouse
$229,000
09/26/25
3
1
1,414
1490 7th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.10
Townhouse
$370,000
03/25/26
3
2.5
2,042
1229 E 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA
0.38
Townhouse
$200,000
11/18/25
3
1.5
1,430
1226 Railroad St, Bethlehem, PA
0.39
Townhouse
$180,000
05/15/25
3
1
1,200
1135 Amplex St, Bethlehem, PA
0.54
Townhouse
$185,000
05/12/25
3
1
1,286
432 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.75
Townhouse
$205,000
06/23/25
3
1.5
1,584
201 N Oak St, Freemansburg, PA
1.08
Townhouse
$304,260
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,440
314 State St, Bethlehem, PA
0.65
Townhouse
$166,000
10/22/25
4
2
1,314

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What Locals Say about Bethlehem

At least 1504 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Dora Quinones
    "Great access to highways 22 and 78, also convenient location to stores and restaurants. Plenty of parks and trails."
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    "Born and raised in bethlehem… I love it specially at x mas down town bethlehem… And raising my kids in Bethlehem "
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    "Can do movies night, more activities for the kids, church events, after school programs.. free swimming"
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    "More free community things free for kids to keep them off the street….more free programs for the kids "
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  • F87wd6s5vz
    "The friendly community but some need to pick up after their dogs. Maybe more dog parks. Bigger areas for them to run around "
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  • Steven Hunsberger
    "Well maintained community center with indoor and outdoor pool. Excellent youth sports program organizations. Good schools, low taxes. "
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    "Great safe area would definitely stay in the area and recommend this area to family and friends great close to major airports and shopping and very friendly people live in the neighborhood "
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    "Musikfest All kinds of summer festivals Blueberry fest Apple fest Strawberry fest Farmers Markets Downtown Bethlehem"
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  • Kelly.berk
    "Safe, quiet, family friendly, and close to everything. Best neighborhood to live in. I love my neighbors and my kids have lots of friends and a safe place to thrive and grow. Houses not on top of each other, nice parks and close to grocery store. "
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  • Adam Francia
    "The drive to Allentown is easy. I take back roads that barely get congested. My wife’s commute to macungie is easy as well. "
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  • Angela Dioscar Ortega
    "I love live in here because it’s safe and clean neighborhood. I have everything the I need near to me ."
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  • Anthony
    "I don’t have dogs but from family and friends I hear that there are no parks or areas to walk or let dogs play but sidewalks and streets are safe to walk them around. "
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  • Khorey Smith
    "Most of the residents have dogs and they keep up behind their pets. It is a lovely neighborhood and everyone is welcome."
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  • Khorey Smith
    "Quiet neighborhood with good school district. Good place to raise your kids. Good restaurants and lively attractions on Main Street throughout the year."
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  • Jdm0702
    "Very walkable neighborhoods and many parks to visit that are clean and well maintained. We love raising our family here. "
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  • Kelly Kern
    "The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. My kids were able to ride their bikes to the park, with little worry. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The south side is a mixed bag. Lots of things to do, however some of the people are a little shady and kids basically run amok with no supervision and have zero respect"
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  • Trulia User
    "they have a great neighborhood yard sale every summer, it is a fun trick or treat neighborhood, many of the homes go all-out!"
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    "Walking sports friendly space good neighborhood no problems nice and quiet school district parks adventure "
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    "Suburban environment travel with easy highway access to major metro areas including a developed local road system."
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  • Kmachain89
    "Good amount of kids in the neighborhood and there’s a nice walking trail right behind in the industrial park."
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    "I just got to Bethlehem, but from what I could see it seems a very organized, clean and safe neighborhood."
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  • Kelly S.
    "I love bethlehem! Was born and raised in Nazareth, lived in Bethlehem for about 9 years. Great central location of the Lehigh valley and lots of lovely shops, restaurants and activities! "
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  • Kylejimenez911
    "There are many families in our neighborhood with plenty of varying age groups (elementary, middle, high school) for the kids and for the most part very friendly neighbors. Not too loud and a very calm place to live and start a family."
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  • John R.
    "Very quiet, very nice neighbors, safe and peaceful. There’s a park, a pool, basketball courts, tennis courts in the neighborhood. Close to stores, restaurants, schools."
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  • Steven H.
    "There is no local dog park in the area. Our park system needs to install some place for K-9 to be permitted to walk and play with other dogs in a controlled environment. "
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  • Tara M.
    "Great family neighborhood, with great neighbors. Houses well maintained. There are a lot of things to do. "
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    "I've lived in Bethlehem Township for over 30 years, it's a wonderful place to live and raise a family. "
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    "I've lived in this neighborhood for a short while. It has been very pleasant so far... Vegetables from neighbors, and everyone waves as you drive into the area. "
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    "we have parades for Halloween and Christmas Santa claus on the fire truck. fireworks during 4th of July "
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    "loving friendly people.......... leave car open sn bikes in front yard very safe neighborhood looks out for each other "
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  • Stephanie R.
    "Dogs have not been an issue. They’re all leashed when walking or fenced in their yards. There isn’t much backyard space in this area so it’s tough to find a house with a fenced in yard"
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  • LaStarr W. .
    "Great and comfortable neighborhood. Great local places to dine and hangout! Also walkable to local parks and grocery stores "
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  • Angela B.
    "Music fest, garlic fest, Celtic fest, there are also live band schedules and arts quest constantly has things to do."
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  • Jason H.
    "Good area. Quiet. No issues. Good location. Close to shoprite, hospital, and restaurants. Decent highway access also. "
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  • Jada J.
    "Halloween trick or treat five away at the church. Is awesome they sell hot dog and more. Games and puzzles for the kids."
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  • Stephanie R.
    "Lived here for 3 years. Reputation of the south side is not too good but it’s really not bad. I’ve never had any issues with my neighbors nor anybody from from neighborhood. It’s what you make of it"
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    "Green way area for walking and running with your dog. There’s also a lot to of good parks to go to! "
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    "There are lots of green spaces and parks to walk your dog. Many people in the area are dog owners. There are a good number of Veterinarians and vet hospitals. "
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1478 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,428 sqft townhouse built in 1916. This property is not currently available for sale. 1478 E 5th St was last sold on Aug 11, 2025 for $249,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $249,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1478 E 5th St is $263,200.