512 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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SOLD
APR 15, 2026

$245,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,120 sqft

512 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017

Est. Refi. Payment $1,679/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 15, 2026 for $220,000 (6% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$246K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1%)
Since last year
Decreased$25K (-9.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$25K (+11.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +125% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$245K
August 2026$245K
July 2026$248K
March 2026$248K
February 2026$263K
January 2026$257K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
2003 Kemmerer St, Bethlehem, PA
0.40
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01/02/26
3
1
1,216
2109 Kemmerer St, Bethlehem, PA
0.35
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$370,000
05/01/26
3
1.5
1,466
443 E Washington Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.50
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$350,000
08/10/26
3
1
1,400
1936 Kemmerer St, Bethlehem, PA
0.44
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$280,000
01/17/26
3
1.5
1,312
2012 Kemmerer St, Bethlehem, PA
0.42
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$325,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,551
1560 Easton Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.60
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$380,000
09/24/25
3
1
1,429
493 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.05
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$425,000
03/13/26
3
2.5
3,080
1629 Linwood St, Bethlehem, PA
0.70
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$353,000
07/30/26
3
1
1,215
313 E Washington Ave, Bethlehem, PA
0.50
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$340,000
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1
2,688

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
518 Greenwood Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.05
$354,000
3
2
1,057
Off Market
517 Elmhurst Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.02
$338,400
3
2
1,246
Off Market
493 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.05
$449,900
3
2.5
3,080
For Sale
523 Greenwood Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.09
$336,900
3
2
1,716
Off Market
481 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.08
$418,000
3
2.5
2,926
Recently Sold
475 Elmhurst Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.08
$434,000
3
1.5
1,843
Off Market
529 Dewberry Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.08
$360,700
4
1.5
1,892
Off Market
529 Dewberry Ave #A, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.08
$387,900
4
1.5
1,892
Off Market
2516 Madison Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.11
$427,300
4
2
1,691
Off Market
2559 Madison Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.15
$352,000
3
2.5
1,452
Recently Sold
2617 Madison Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
0.16
$329,600
3
1.5
1,452
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
1,120 sqft
$196/sqft
Garage

About this House

This home has so much to offer! Diamond in the rough! Rocking chair front porch will greet you! Good size living/dining room with hardwood floors under carpeting, chestnut trim and doors! Large eat-in kitchen offers lots of cabinets, access to backyard..
Main bath is on second level along with 3 bedrooms all with good closet spaces. #rd floor/attic offers a finished area that could be 4th bedroom and excellent closet and storage spaces! The full basement has an outside entrance, washer/dryer area, lots of storage area and newer hot water heater. Beautiful large and level side yard which is completely flat and fenced! Nice one car garage and 3 car parking pad. City code violations are attached. Property is being sold "as is"!
Don't miss this home..schedule your appt today!
512 Forrest Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $220,000 on Apr 15, 2026 (6% below the $235,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $245,900, with a rent estimate of $2,083/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Aggie Koe, (610) 504-0196
BHHS Fox & Roach Easton
Bought with: Christopher Stager, (570) 242-9072, CENTURY 21 Pinnacle
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Source: GLVR, MLS#773059

Home Details for 512 Forrest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,OtherNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1120 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,Lower Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Linoleum
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt FiberglassPatio / Porch: Covered, PorchFencing: Yard FencedExterior: Fence, Porch
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage
Frontage
Road Frontage: Public RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1120 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Condition: UnknownParcel Number: N6NE3D 2 3

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $235,000Price Per Sqft: $196/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 15 2026Possession 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

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lehigh Valley MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6621.12 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 773059Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1120Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-42095-N-N6NE3D 2 3-R-N

Additional Information

Sidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 15, 2026
Source: GLVR #773059
Sold
$220,000
Mar 15, 2026
Source: GLVR #773059
Pending
$235,000
Mar 12, 2026
Source: GLVR #773059
Listed For Sale
$235,000
Jan 21, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$109,000

Market trends in Bethlehem

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$347K
$3.37KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$206
$0MoM
Available listings
228
28MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 512 Forrest Ave

  • What is 512 Forrest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 512 Forrest Ave in Bethlehem, PA is $245,900.
  • What is the price history for 512 Forrest Ave?
    512 Forrest Ave in Bethlehem, PA last sold for $220,000 in April 2026.
  • 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 $347K. That is up $3.37K from the prior month.
  • Does 512 Forrest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 512 Forrest Ave in Bethlehem, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 512 Forrest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 512 Forrest Ave in Bethlehem, PA has laundry facilities.

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