1581 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
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OFF MARKET

$229,900

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,584 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

1581 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020

Middletown
Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 16, 2017 for $229,900

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1605 4th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$390,000
10/13/25
4
2
2,652
1725 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$375,000
10/24/25
3
1.5
2,688
1560 1st St, Bethlehem, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$350,000
07/17/26
4
1.5
1,510
1647 4th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$425,000
04/22/26
3
2
1,619
1461 1st St, Bethlehem, PA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$360,000
07/30/26
4
1.5
1,900
1581 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$455,000
08/14/26
3
2.5
2,101
1626 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$455,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
2,678
3326 Lehigh St, Bethlehem, PA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$450,000
04/17/26
5
3
2,495
1738 6th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$310,000
07/10/26
3
1.5
1,529
3655 Pheasant Ln, Bethlehem, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$415,200
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,900

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3326 Lehigh St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.06
$450,000
5
3
2,495
Recently Sold
1502 2nd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.07
$450,000
4
2
3,232
For Sale
1560 1st St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.08
$350,000
4
1.5
1,510
Recently Sold
1553 1st St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.11
$382,300
4
2
1,551
Off Market
1605 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.08
$403,900
4
2
2,652
Off Market
1611 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.09
$376,800
3
2
1,291
Off Market
1626 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.10
$455,000
3
2.5
2,678
Recently Sold
1658 Dennis St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.12
$280,000
2
1
858
Recently Sold
1581 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.11
$455,000
3
2.5
2,101
Recently Sold
1645 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.13
$295,000
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1620 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.12
$310,800
3
2
1,224
Off Market
1461 1st St, Bethlehem, PA 18020
0.16
$360,000
4
1.5
1,900
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1971
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
2,584 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Breathtaking and picturesque Ranch home in highly desired Bethlehem Twsp. Nestled on .25 acre of land, this 3 bedroom 2 full bath home with 1 car attached garage is a dream from top to bottom! The alluring hardwood floors lead you through almost the entire home. The large eat in kitchen with Corian counter tops and tile backsplash is perfect for even the most discerning Chef! Leading down the hall to the 2 spacious guest bedrooms is a marvelous guest bath, with elegant tile and luxury fixtures. The lavish master bedroom has a striking en suite bathroom! Finally, enter the basement! This is the ultimate entertainers' lounge; featuring a full, grand bar and a cozy wood burning stove ideal for any event, party or simple get together! The basement also features a private office and bonus room if you need some peaceful quiet to get some work done! If the deal couldn't get any sweeter, the roof (2015), the heat pump (2015), and the hot water heater (2016) are all practically brand new!!
1581 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18020 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,584 sqft single-family home in Middletown, built in 1971. It last sold for $229,900 on Mar 16, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,483/month.

Home Details for 1581 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickGardenLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 16, 2017
Source: GLVR #536856
Sold
$229,900
Jan 12, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$229,900
Feb 11, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$209,900
Jan 21, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$209,900
Dec 13, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$209,900

Market trends in Bethlehem

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$343K
$2.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.3%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$206
$6MoM
Available listings
256
12MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Middletown
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What Locals Say about Middletown

At least 56 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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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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    "Suburban environment travel with easy highway access to major metro areas including a developed local road system."
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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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  • Jason H.
    "Good area. Quiet. No issues. Good location. Close to shoprite, hospital, and restaurants. Decent highway access also. "
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  • Dab1
    "Yes, golf course parks, community center with indoor and outdoor pools. A very diverse neighborhood with many things to do. Skate hockey, tennis, tomorrow far emery’s market. Etc."
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  • Shunsy21
    "Nice safe suburban community with good sports programs. A wonderful community center and fantastic park. "
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  • Steve H
    "Great suburban community, with plenty of amenities, dining, night life, music festival. The mountains are less than an hour away, the beach within 2 hours. NYC only an hour away, Philadelphia about the same. "
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  • Claudiadifrancesca
    "Easy to walk to places and there is a trail down the street to walk your dog one. Pretty quiet neighborhood as well "
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  • Crownthebutterfly88
    "I’ve been in this neighborhood for 6 years. It’s quiet and peaceful. All the neighbors know each other and get along. We have block wide barbecues and there’s very little traffic. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1581 3rd St

  • What is the price history for 1581 3rd St?
    1581 3rd St in Bethlehem, PA last sold for $229,900 in March 2017.
  • Is Bethlehem a buyer's or seller's market?
    Bethlehem is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Bethlehem?
    The median sale price in Bethlehem is $343K. That is up $2.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Middletown neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Middletown neighborhood in Bethlehem, PA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Middletown, Bethlehem.
  • Does 1581 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1581 3rd St in Bethlehem, PA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1581 3rd St?
    The lot at 1581 3rd St in Bethlehem, PA is about 0.25 acres (11,021 sq ft).

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