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Listing description

Opportunity meets versatility at 530 3rd Avenue! Whether you’re looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other or add a turnkey multi-unit property to your investment portfolio, this Bethlehem property offers flexibility, existing income, abundant storage, outdoor space, and room for future expansion. The upstairs apartment is already tenant-occupied at $1,200 per month on a one-year lease, providing immediate rental income from day one. This unit offers 1 bedroom with the possibility of a second bedroom, giving the space additional flexibility. And there’s even more potential above! The attic is ready to be finished, presenting an exciting opportunity to create additional bedrooms or living space. There is plenty of potential to maximize the home’s layout and functionality. The first-floor unit is a clean, quaint and comfortable space offering 1 bedroom with the possibility of a second bedroom. Its manageable layout makes it an attractive option for an owner-occupant, long-term tenant, or someone looking for an affordable Bethlehem residence. Storage is another major advantage. The property includes a basement with approximately 490 square feet of additional storage space, providing plenty of room for household items, tools, seasonal decorations, and more. Step outside and discover a backyard oasis featuring a pergola and fire pit, creating a great setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying evenings outdoors. The yard also offers direct alley access, leading to an oversized garage with plenty of room for a vehicle plus additional storage. The Bethlehem location adds even more appeal. Enjoy convenient access to the city’s historic downtown and the year-round entertainment and cultural attractions of the area. Bethlehem is home to Musikfest, with events spanning the historic North and South Sides, while SteelStacks is a 10-acre arts and cultural campus on the former Bethlehem Steel site. Wind Creek Bethlehem adds casino gaming, dining, entertainment, shopping and more. The property is also well positioned for access to two of the Lehigh Valley’s major healthcare systems, including Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg and St. Luke’s University Hospital - Bethlehem. Lehigh and Moravian University are close by as well and this property offers close access to both campuses. The possibilities are endless at 530 3rd Avenue. Live downstairs while the established upstairs tenant helps offset your housing expenses, explore the potential of the unfinished attic, or rent both units and add an income-producing property to your portfolio. With an existing tenant, two flexible living spaces, basement storage, a backyard retreat, alley access and an oversized garage. This property offers a combination of income potential, functionality and location in Bethlehem.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Main level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level1 bedroom · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,783 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Other
Year built
1885

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$196
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALH2017038
County
Lehigh County
School district
Bethlehem Area
Days on NookLocal
6 days

Interior features

Basement
Full
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Asphalt
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
None
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Septic

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, On Street
Garage type
Garage - Rear Entry, Oversized
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
BETHLEHEM CITY

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 30, 2026Listed for sale$350,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$331,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Lehigh County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
October 2009 for $150,000
County deed record in 2009 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$350,000
County assessment implies
$277,447
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,025/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1236 STANFORD RD, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018November 2024$275,1003/11,716$242,825
506 GRANDVIEW BLVD, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018May 2025$283,0003/21,440$270,739
1714 ELLIOTT AVE, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018July 2026$345,0003/11,808$264,655
360 CONESTOGA ST #6, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018October 2024$350,0003/21,819$364,232
629 TERRACE AVE, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018July 2025$370,0003/11,803$417,953
345 WEST ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018October 2025$397,5503/21,672$408,659

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$3,835 / year

≈ $320 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$3,835

School tax

BETHLEHEM AREA · 19.42 mills (2025-26)

$2,532

County tax

Lehigh County · 3.78 mills (2026)

$493

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$810

Recomputed from the county assessment ($130,400, 2013 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$70,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,179/mo

Principal & interest
$1,757
Property taxes (current rates)
$320
Home insurance (est.)
$102

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Bethlehem Area

Academic index
45.4/100
Graduation rate
88.8%
PSSA ELA proficient
36.1%
PSSA Math proficient
30.2%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Lehigh County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Lehigh County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: October 6, 2026 at 2:01 PM EDT

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