487 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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487 Forrest Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18017

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,320 sqft

$431,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,761/mo*
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$431,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,761/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,320 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1970
Living Area
2,320 sqft
Price/Sqft
$186
Parking
Garage

About this House

NE Bethlehem house has been home to the same family since 1977! The present owner has updated and maintained the home in pristine condition. Meticulous! New efficient heating and cooling system installed 2021. Custom Italian ceramic tile, gleaming hardwood floors, top quality flooring throughout. Remarkably large room sizes throughout. Ample storage, plenty of closet space. Master suite with tile bath. Large main bath. You'll love the main floor family room with a raised hearth brick wood burning fireplace. This leads to a beautiful Florida room where you can entertain, relax & enjoy most seasons. This will lead to your lovely yard with mature landscaping,New sliding patio door, front door & much more. This is a house you'll want to call home. Moments from Historic Bethlehem, shopping, dining, local schools, universities. Easy access to all major highways. 2023-07-05
487 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,320 sqft single-family home built in 1970. It last sold for $340,000 on Jun 28, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $431,200, with a rent estimate of $3,171/month.

Home Details for 487 Forrest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 13
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split level

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Vinyl, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8407 sqft

Price History for 487 Forrest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2022$340,000Sold
GLVR #693330
05/30/2022$329,900PendingGLVR #693330
05/19/2022$329,900Listed For SaleGLVR #693330

Market trends in Bethlehem

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$340K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$200
$9MoM
Available listings
244
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,281
Assessment$116,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 487 Forrest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
493 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$425,000
03/13/26
3
2.5
2,570
481 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$418,000
02/20/26
3
2.5
2,926
475 Elmhurst Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$416,000
08/28/25
3
1.5
1,843
523 Greenwood Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$323,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,716
518 Greenwood Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$340,000
09/12/25
3
2
1,057
449 Elmhurst Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$600,000
04/20/26
4
2.5
2,720
2143 Sycamore St, Bethlehem, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$535,000
09/12/25
3
2
2,644
2218 Center St, Bethlehem, PA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$365,000
01/09/26
3
2
1,435
2324 Kemmerer St, Bethlehem, PA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$401,000
03/06/26
3
1.5
1,792
655 Elmhurst Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$550,000
08/08/25
4
2.5
2,757

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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