
$3,495,000
2209 S Melrose Ln, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Listed by Carol C Dorey Real Estate
NEWLY PRICED...This magnificent home is evocative of the graceful splendor of old houses one might find nestled deep in the French countryside. Built by Myron Haydt for his personal residence in 2011, the estate was EXTENSIVELY UPDATED over the past few years by the current owners including the addition of a FIRST-FLOOR LIBRARY and wet bar, gunite pool and hot tub, pool house and EXTENSIVE HARDSCAPING AND LANDSCAPING and an expanded lower level. The stunning 11,900 SQUARE FOOT HOME has an architectural style and interior design that is at once timeless and innovative. European influences are evident in the stunning FIELDSTONE AND BRICK EXTERIOR, DRAMATIC CEDAR SHAKE ROOFLINES,fieldstone and captivating turrets. Paver walkways and a welcoming drive lead to 5 car garaging as the first approach to this prestigious home, centered on 2.5 acres. Inside, the home embodies a gentle blend of grace and subdued elegance. Rooms are bathed in light through oversized Pella windows and French doors. Ceilings are ten feet high on the main and lower levels and nine feet on the second. The many luxurious amenities include thick oak and marble floors, extra high baseboards, deep crown moldings and curved walls. There is a stunning kitchen, combining beauty and functionality, with a custom wood coffered ceiling, solid marble countertops, and stainless appliances. The adjacent breakfast nook has a vaulted ceiling and three walls of windows to let in natural light in every season. Nearby, the cozy family room has a wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, and two sets of French doors opening to the back yard and EXPANSIVE HEATED POOL, SPA, AND POOL HOUSE. Spacious PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITES are found on both the FIRST FLOOR and SECOND FLOOR, welcoming use by extended families. These suites boast large windows and sumptuous baths appointed with marble floors, jetted tubs, walk-in showers, and custom vanities. The second floor primary suite boasts extraordinary size and comfort, with a gas lit fireplace and a curved stairway that takes you to a lofted room overlooking valley views and beckoning one to enjoy a private getaway or office retreat. A space for and ELEVATOR was designed during construction Three additional ensuite bedrooms and a first and second floor laundry room offer the amenities that one would expect from a home of this caliber. A newly updated lower level includes a bar, WINE CELLAR, THEATRE ROOM, GYM, family room and wet bar, as well as a full bath with steam shower. The FIVE CAR GARAGING includes an attached 3-car garage and a heated 2-car detached garage with loft space, ready to be customized. The heated pool and spa, new pool house, and intricate paver patios are accessed from the sunroom and family room for intimate dinners under the stars or lively celebrations. Melrose Manor is a modern estate with old-world charm, in a distinguished Saucon Valley neighborhood where shopping, dining, and entertainment venues are just minutes away.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2026 | Price reduced | $4,390,000 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Listed for sale | $4,950,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$3,821,043
Automated estimate, not an appraisal.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Lehigh County assessment ratio, and this home's own June 2021 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3050 FAIRFIELD DR, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103 | August 2024 | $2,083,000 | 6/7 | 11,700 | $2,914,750 |
| 871 ROBIN HOOD DR, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103 | December 2025 | $710,000 | 4/4 | 7,339 | $1,060,732 |
| 3060 FAIRFIELD DR, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103 | April 2025 | $1,850,000 | 4/4 | 6,725 | $2,754,344 |
| 833 YORKSHIRE RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103 | November 2024 | $950,000 | 6/5 | 6,768 | $1,470,620 |
| 751 BENNER RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104 | February 2026 | $1,800,000 | 7/6 | 10,430 | $2,649,202 |
| 2154 SPRING VALLEY RD, BETHLEHEM, PA 18015 | January 2025 | $1,050,000 | 4/4 | 7,493 | $1,481,666 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| June 2021 | Sold | $1,600,000 |
From closed MLS records since 2018. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$47,430 / year
≈ $3,952 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$47,429
School tax
SALISBURY TOWNSHIP · 24.84 mills (2025-26)
$36,375
County tax
Lehigh County · 3.78 mills (2026)
$5,535
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025 — varies by municipality
$5,520
Recomputed from the county assessment ($1,464,200, 2013 base year) × current millage — portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only — verify with Lehigh County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$28,012/mo
Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
School district
Salisbury Township
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Lehigh Countycrime & safety numbers →
FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.
Property taxes
Lehigh County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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