261 Mars Ct, Bethlehem, PA 18017
OFF MARKET

261 Mars Ct
Bethlehem, PA 18017

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,400 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

$518,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,246/mo*
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$518,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,246/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,400 sqft
(on 0.46 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Discover the perfect blend of location and charm with this stunning bi-level home. Nestled within a sought-after neighborhood, this residence provides unmatched convenience and effortless access to amenities. Positioned on a serene cul-de-sac, the property boasts a spacious yard enveloped in tranquility and seclusion. Enjoy the benefits of newer windows, an expansive deck, recently applied fresh paint, and plush new carpeting.
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 November 03, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 261 Mars Ct

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FinishedNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2400 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Electric,Forced Air,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt FiberglassPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Deck, Patio, Shed
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1248 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1152 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 18

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bi-Level,Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: UnknownParcel Number: M6SE4 7 1536 0204

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $449,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 19 2023Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bethlehem CityCommunity: Not in Development
School Information
Elementary School: Spring Garden Elementary SchoolElementary School District: BethlehemJr High / Middle School: East Hills Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: BethlehemHigh School: Freedom High SchoolHigh School District: Bethlehem

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lehigh Valley MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 722970Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1248Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-42095-N-M6SE4 7 1536 0204-R-N
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Daniel Demers, (888) 219-3009
Sell Your Home Services
Bought with: Beth A. Cannon, (610) 972-2651, Century 21 Pinnacle
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Source: GLVR, MLS#722970

Price History for 261 Mars Ct

DatePriceEventSource
09/19/2023$450,000Sold
GLVR #722970
09/14/2023$449,999PendingGLVR #722970
08/26/2023$449,999Listed For SaleGLVR #722970
07/26/2023ListingRemovedGLVR #719040
06/29/2023$2,750PriceChange
GLVR #719040
06/14/2023$3,000Listed For RentGLVR #719040
05/09/2023$345,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,565
Assessment$145,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 261 Mars Ct

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
386 Johnston Dr, Bethlehem, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$440,200
01/23/26
4
2
1,900
368 Oxford Dr, Bethlehem, PA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$426,100
01/30/26
4
1.5
1,644
2860 Center St, Bethlehem, PA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/13/26
4
2
2,462
3112 Center St, Bethlehem, PA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$479,000
01/27/26
3
3
2,355
105 Pine Top Trl, Bethlehem, PA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$462,000
03/03/26
2
2
2,526
257 Bierys Bridge Rd, Bethlehem, PA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$488,000
07/18/25
4
2.5
2,544
436 E Macada Rd, Bethlehem, PA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$590,000
05/01/26
3
2
2,618
525 Barclay Dr, Bethlehem, PA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$527,500
09/30/25
3
2
1,824
59 W Macada Rd, Bethlehem, PA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$400,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,813

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What Locals Say about Bethlehem

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  • 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

  • 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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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  • 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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261 Mars Ct, Bethlehem, PA 18017 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,400 sqft single-family home built in 1975. This property is not currently available for sale. 261 Mars Ct was last sold on Sep 19, 2023 for $450,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $449,999). The current Trulia Estimate for 261 Mars Ct is $518,500.