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

$328,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,329 sqft

701 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Est. Refi. Payment $2,239/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 16, 2017 for $155,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$328K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$20K (+6.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$173K (+111.8%)
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 +148% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$328K
August 2026$326K
July 2026$320K
June 2026$325K
May 2026$323K
April 2026$318K
March 2026$314K
February 2026$303K
January 2026$303K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
705 E 6th St, Allentown, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/13/26
5
2
2,092
513 Selfridge St, Bethlehem, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$287,500
04/30/26
5
2
2,082
707 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$192,000
07/17/26
3
1.5
1,550
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
704 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$255,000
09/23/26
4
2
2,464
616 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$249,900
06/11/26
3
1
1,401
412 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$245,000
06/04/26
3
1.5
1,337
818 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$259,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
1,904
713 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$280,000
07/17/26
4
1
1,594

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
707 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$192,000
3
1.5
1,550
Recently Sold
713-715 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$480,000
8
2
3,080
Recently Sold
719 E Morton St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.04
$193,000
4
1
1,167
Recently Sold
704 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.05
$400,700
5
1
2,700
Off Market
626 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$295,000
4
3
-
Recently Sold
718 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.05
$292,900
4
2
2,049
Off Market
730 E Morton St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.06
$215,100
2
1.5
840
Off Market
616 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.04
$249,900
3
1
1,401
Recently Sold
708 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.04
$395,200
5
1.5
8,803
Off Market
735 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.07
$298,000
3
1
1,836
Off Market
5 Saint, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.05
$419,800
5
3
1,517
Off Market
612 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.05
$265,000
4
2
1,814
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
2,329 sqft
$141/sqft
Garage

About this House

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
701 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,329 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $155,000 on Nov 16, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $328,300, with a rent estimate of $2,561/month.

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 and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2017
Source: GLVR #549985
Sold
$155,000
Aug 21, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$175,000
Price decreased by 5%
May 10, 2017
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$185,000
Dec 21, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$164,900
Aug 13, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$164,900
Price decreased by 3%

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

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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    "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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  • Kelly.berk
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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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    "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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    "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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    "Very walkable neighborhoods and many parks to visit that are clean and well maintained. We love raising our family here. "
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    "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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    "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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    "Suburban environment travel with easy highway access to major metro areas including a developed local road system."
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    "Good amount of kids in the neighborhood and there’s a nice walking trail right behind in the industrial park."
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    "I just got to Bethlehem, but from what I could see it seems a very organized, clean and safe neighborhood."
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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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  • 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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  • 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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 701 E 5th St

  • What is 701 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 701 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA is $328,300.
  • What is the price history for 701 E 5th St?
    701 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA last sold for $155,000 in November 2017.
  • 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 701 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 701 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 701 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 701 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA has in-unit laundry.

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