$849,900
55 Island Ct, Easton, PA 18042
Listed by Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem
Behind the handsome brick facade of the c.1885 Annie S. Kemerer House is 3,426 SF of charmingly chic living space, an extraordinarily deep yard, multiple porches and a detached three-car garage, all in an established in-town setting just blocks from Downtown Bethlehem. A familiar presence along Main Street, though not listed on the Historic Registry, the house retains the proportions and character of its late-19th century Victorian origins. Tall windows, high ceilings and generously scaled rooms unfold across three floors, offering tremendous flexibility for a buyer with imagination. The home is presently configured into multiple living areas, but its size and underlying residential character suggest exciting possibilities for creating a distinctive single residence. The first floor stretches deep into the property, opening to both a covered porch and a wonderful screened porch overlooking the backyard. Upstairs, large rooms and additional living spaces continue across the second and third floors, providing abundant room for bedrooms, offices, studios, guest accommodations or whatever arrangement suits the next owner. The deep parcel creates an unusually generous lawn and garden setting that feels remarkably removed from the city just beyond it. Mature plantings, established beds and pathways connect the house, porches and rear of the property, creating the feeling of a private urban garden. It is an unexpected amount of outdoor space for an in-town home. Completing the property is a detached 3-car garage with convenient rear access and 4-car driveway parking, along with approximately 1,150 square feet of basement space for mechanicals and storage. For the buyer drawn to older homes, this is an opportunity to work with something authentic rather than recreate it: substantial brick construction, wonderful scale, flexible rooms and a property that has evolved over a century and a half. Reimagine it as one expansive residence, explore a combination of private and supplemental living space, or simply appreciate the possibilities inherent in its current arrangement. This is a house with history, presence and, perhaps most importantly, room for another chapter.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Listed for sale | $885,000 |
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
$839,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Northampton County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 132 E MARKET ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018 | November 2025 | $1,250,000 | 4/3 | 3,793 | $1,396,568 |
| 29 E MARKET ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018 | September 2025 | $1,595,000 | 4/3 | 3,140 | $2,044,998 |
| 435 N PINE TOP PL, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 | January 2025 | $595,000 | 5/3 | 3,270 | $610,628 |
| 1881 LEVERING PL, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 | November 2025 | $425,000 | 4/2 | 3,415 | $464,946 |
| 424 N NEW ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018 | July 2026 | $1,275,000 | 6/5 | 5,428 | $894,597 |
| 2277 MAIN ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 | June 2026 | $975,000 | 4/3 | 3,894 | $815,231 |
Estimated at current rates
$7,161 / year
≈ $597 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$7,161
School tax
BETHLEHEM AREA · 63.17 mills (2025-26)
$4,833
County tax
Northampton County · 10.80 mills (2026)
$826
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$1,502
Recomputed from the county assessment ($76,500, 1995 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 Northampton County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$5,297/mo
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.
School district
Bethlehem Area
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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