253 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
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OFF MARKET

253 E Broad St
Bethlehem, PA 18018

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 3,088 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
3,088 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
728 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA
0.13
Apartment
$652,000
04/17/26
2
1
900
625 Center St, Bethlehem, PA
0.24
Apartment
$131,000
10/07/25
3
2
1,954
360 Conestoga St #14, Bethlehem, PA
0.73
Apartment
$330,000
08/20/25
2
2
1,345
613 Spring St, Bethlehem, PA
1.10
Apartment
$180,000
05/18/26
2
1
1,624
523 Cherokee St, Bethlehem, PA
1.28
Apartment
$445,000
12/26/25
6
3
2,648
1030 Center St, Bethlehem, PA
0.45
Apartment
$300,000
12/30/25
2
1
-
1218 Mechanic St, Bethlehem, PA
1.00
Apartment
$1,116,500
09/16/25
14
8
2,776
315 E Morton St, Bethlehem, PA
0.87
Apartment
$85,000
10/24/25
3
1
-
2030 Hanover Ave, Allentown, PA
2.79
Apartment
$306,050
11/07/25
3
2
1,662
3533 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bethlehem, PA
3.45
-
-
-
-

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
256 E North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.05
$341,700
5
1.5
2,076
Off Market
248 E North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.04
$344,300
3
1
2,105
Off Market
232 E Raspberry St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.05
$165,000
2
1
1,242
Recently Sold
315 E North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.11
$205,000
3
1
1,536
Recently Sold
213 E Raspberry St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.08
$255,000
3
1
1,296
Recently Sold
306 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.07
$379,900
2
2
2,068
For Sale
212 E North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.10
$284,000
4
2
1,557
Recently Sold
259 E Garrison St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.13
$259,900
4
1
1,567
For Sale
251 E Garrison St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.13
$296,300
3
1.5
1,524
Off Market
213 E North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.11
$222,300
2
1.5
928
Off Market
205-207 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.09
$550,000
3
2.5
4,566
For Sale
205 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
0.09
$542,600
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Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1900
Living Area
3,088 sqft

About this House

Spacious, charming, excellent and convenient location, short walk to historic downtown, 2 on site parking spaces, in unit laundry, economical gas h/w heat, lots of newer replacement windows providing tons of natural light, new kitchen w/ granite and stainless, ready for immediate occupancy!
253 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 3,088 sqft apartment built in 1900. It last sold for $277,500 on Feb 17, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2020 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 27, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,407/month.

Home Details for 253 E Broad St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Interior Details
Ceiling Fan

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Contemporary

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5700 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 27, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,400
Mar 15, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,400
Price decreased by 7%
Mar 7, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,500
Feb 17, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$277,500
Mar 3, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,000

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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What Locals Say about Bethlehem

At least 1506 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

  • 71 % 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

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % 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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  • Liyah101305
    "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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  • Liyah101305
    "Can do movies night, more activities for the kids, church events, after school programs.. free swimming"
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  • Liyah101305
    "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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  • Jwj9r8qfmb
    "Musikfest All kinds of summer festivals Blueberry fest Apple fest Strawberry fest Farmers Markets Downtown Bethlehem"
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  • Ryan Garnier
    "The only way I could do that was if you wanted me too I could come and pick it out and then I can go pick up it from your place or you could just pick me out of there or you could come pick me out and "
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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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  • Trulia User
    "Walking sports friendly space good neighborhood no problems nice and quiet school district parks adventure "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Dianasalam14
    "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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  • Cathy S.
    "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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  • Joshua F.
    "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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  • Debbie E.
    "we have parades for Halloween and Christmas Santa claus on the fire truck. fireworks during 4th of July "
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  • Dianamarie6885
    "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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  • Cquiros0021
    "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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  • Jawaansmom97
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 253 E Broad St

  • What is the price history for 253 E Broad St?
    253 E Broad St in Bethlehem, PA last sold for $277,500 in February 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 Bethlehem?
    Residents describe Bethlehem, PA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Bethlehem, PA.
  • Does 253 E Broad St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 253 E Broad St in Bethlehem, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 253 E Broad St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 253 E Broad St in Bethlehem, PA has in-unit laundry.