738 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Mud Room
Bedroom 3
OFF MARKET

$219,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,486 sqft

738 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Est. Refi. Payment $1,523/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 2, 2004 for $83,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$220K
Since last month
Increased$7K (+3.2%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+12.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$137K (+164.6%)
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 +193% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$220K
September 2026$220K
August 2026$213K
July 2026$207K
June 2026$209K
May 2026$204K
April 2026$204K
March 2026$201K
February 2026$196K
January 2026$193K
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
636 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$130,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,275
737 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$130,000
04/27/26
3
0.5
2,445
628 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$224,900
06/29/26
3
1
1,275
514 Thomas St, Bethlehem, PA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/27/26
3
1
1,376
536 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$185,000
01/12/26
3
1
1,277
321 State St, Bethlehem, PA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/12/25
3
1
1,200
672 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$85,000
08/27/26
2
1
840
649 Shields St, Bethlehem, PA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$204,900
03/06/26
4
1
1,258
506 Hayes St, Bethlehem, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$137,000
11/26/25
2
1
1,120
412 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$245,000
06/04/26
3
1.5
1,337

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
740 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.00
$216,000
3
1
1,486
Off Market
744 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$256,600
3
1
798
Off Market
734 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$278,300
5
2
1,849
Off Market
736 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$255,600
3
1.5
1,850
Off Market
742 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$192,800
3
1
924
Off Market
746 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$157,400
3
1
788
Off Market
730 E 5th St #3R, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
-
5
2
3,000
Off Market
739 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$160,400
3
1
864
Off Market
741 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$163,600
3
1
864
Off Market
743 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
$190,300
2
1
864
Off Market
737 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.01
-
3
3
2,550
Off Market
748 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$153,500
3
1
788
Off Market
745 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
-
2
1
804
Off Market
728 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$249,300
3
2
1,785
Off Market
747 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$162,900
3
1
864
Off Market
750 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$168,700
3
1
912
Off Market
749 Laufer St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$161,200
2
1
864
Off Market
730 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$302,000
6
2
1,785
Off Market
752 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$195,500
3
1
988
Off Market
510 Atlantic St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
0.02
$177,400
Studio
-
1,582
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,486 sqft
$148/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Patio areaSmall fencedLarge kitchenGas stove
*FURNISHED 3 BEDROOM(S), 1 BATH, OPEN FLOOR PLAN DINING ROOM & LIVING ROOM, LARGE KITCHEN with the following APPLIANCES: GAS STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, & DISHWASHER. ON-SITE LAUNDRY IN THE BASEMENT, with AMPLE STORAGE IN ATTIC, MUDROOM &/OR BASEMENT. SMALL FENCED IN YARD WITH PATIO AREA.
SECURITY DEPOSIT - $3150
MONTHLY RENT - $2100
LEASE LENGTH: 12 MONTH
MAX. NUM. OCCUPANTS: 3
DATE AVAILABLE: May 1, 2022
UTILITIES INCLUDED? WATER & TRASH ONLY
PARKING: ON STREET ONLY
PETS: ONLY SMALL DOGS CONSIDERED, WITH EXTRA FEES

Owner pays trash, sewer & water. Tenant responsible for all other utilities, including gas, electric, etc. Small dogs will be considered with extra fees. Preference given to graduate students & families.
738 E 5th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,486 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $83,000 on Aug 2, 2004. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2022 with an asking price of $2,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 20, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $219,600, with a rent estimate of $1,885/month.

Home Details for 738 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Mud RoomStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant, GasHeating Fuel: Radiant
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking: On Street

Property Information

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

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1440 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 20, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
May 3, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,100
Aug 3, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Jul 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Jun 16, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

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 738 E 5th St

  • What is 738 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 738 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA is $219,600.
  • What is the price history for 738 E 5th St?
    738 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA last sold for $83,000 in August 2004.
  • 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 738 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 738 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 738 E 5th St?
    The lot at 738 E 5th St in Bethlehem, PA is about 0.03 acres (1,440 sq ft).

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