701 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
OFF MARKET

701 E 5th St
Bethlehem, PA 18015

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,329 sqft

$318,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,998/mo*
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$318,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,998/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,329 sqft

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Description

Large home at a fair price. Great for a starter home, as an investment property for student housing, or for a live/work option. Large front room can be separated into a store, cafe, office or additional studio apartment. The main home has 5 large bedrooms, 2 full baths and one 1/2 bath. Home comes with a very large, partially covered back patio, a 3 car parking pad, and 2 car garage. Main home and garage are currently rented---both can be vacated or home can be sold with tenants. Located near Lehigh University, Sands Casino, Steelstacks, Northampton County Community College Southside Campus and many local shops and restaurants (Bonn Brewery, Broadway Social, Social Still). Southside Bethlehem is also home to the Lehigh Valley's growing startup community, with the Pi: Partnership for Innovation, coworking spaces, and Lehigh University's expanding initiatives in the neighborhood
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.

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Home Details for 701 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, OfficeCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stucco, Brick, Cement Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Carport, Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049 sqft

Price History for 701 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/16/2017$155,000Sold
GLVR #549985
08/21/2017$175,000PriceChange
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05/10/2017$185,000Listed For SaleN/A
12/21/2011$164,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/13/2011$164,900PriceChange
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05/08/2011$169,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/05/2009$200,000ListingRemovedN/A
09/15/2008$200,000PriceChange
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07/21/2008$225,000PriceChange
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06/23/2008$200,000PriceChange
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06/09/2008$250,000Listed For SaleN/A
11/15/2005$149,900Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,355
Assessment$74,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 701 E 5th St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
513 Selfridge St, Bethlehem, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$287,500
04/30/26
5
2
2,082
728 E Morton St, Bethlehem, PA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$214,900
07/21/25
4
1.5
1,740
612 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$265,000
04/17/26
4
2
1,814
737 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$130,000
04/27/26
3
0.5
2,445
721 E 6th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$200,000
09/17/25
3
1
1,315
735 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$287,000
09/10/25
3
1
1,836
616 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$92,000
06/06/25
3
1
1,401
818 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$259,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
1,904
631 Ridge St, Bethlehem, PA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$225,000
09/15/25
3
1.5
1,632
1159 Mechanic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$260,000
07/17/25
3
1.5
1,680

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What Locals Say about Bethlehem

At least 1504 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

  • 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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  • 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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701 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,329 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is not currently available for sale. 701 E 5th St was last sold on Nov 16, 2017 for $155,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 701 E 5th St is $318,800.