517 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
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517 E 5th St
Bethlehem, PA 18015

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,240 sqft

$185,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,232/mo*
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$185,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,232/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,240 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 517 E 5th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,240 sqft
Price/Sqft
$150

About this House

SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo.com/lh/806a045081 Very large Four bedroom with 1 1/2 bath available now! It is located in the SouthSide Historic District and is very close to Lehigh University, downtown shopping, restaurants, and the Wind Creek Casino (Sands Casino). Landlord pays $60 quarterly for Water, Sewer, Trash anything above $60 the tenants will be responsible for. Tenants pay all utilities. (Electric and Gas) Tenants are also responsible for snow removal and lawn care. Pets considered on a case to case basis with additional security deposit & monthly pet fee. Very Spacious and not one you will want to pass up! NO SECTION 8. AVAILABLE NOW
517 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,240 sqft single-family home built in 1900. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2019 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 6, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $185,600, with a rent estimate of $2,025/month.

Home Details for 517 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1500 sqft

Price History for 517 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/06/2019$1,195ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/15/2019$1,195PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/01/2019$1,250PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/06/2019$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided

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$2,442
Assessment$54,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 517 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
612 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$265,000
04/17/26
4
2
1,814
412 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$245,000
06/04/26
3
1.5
1,337
514 Thomas St, Bethlehem, PA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/27/26
3
1
1,376
705 E 6th St, Allentown, PA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/13/26
5
2
2,092
631 Ridge St, Bethlehem, PA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$225,000
09/15/25
3
1.5
1,632
649 Shields St, Bethlehem, PA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$204,900
03/06/26
4
1
1,258
628 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$224,900
06/29/26
3
1
1,275
513 Selfridge St, Bethlehem, PA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$287,500
04/30/26
5
2
2,082
636 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$130,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,275
616 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$249,900
06/11/26
3
1
1,401

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Assigned Schools

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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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  • Pitching Coach Pro
    "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 517 E 5th St

  • What is 517 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 517 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA is $185,600.
  • 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 $340K. That is up $10.33K 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.
  • How big is the lot at 517 E 5th St?
    The lot at 517 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA is about 0.03 acres (1,500 sq ft).