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438 Center Street

Bethlehem City, PA 18018

3 beds
2.5 baths
3,278 sqft
5,070 sqft lot
$266 per sqft
1870 build

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In the heart of Historic Bethlehem is sited this stunning c.1870 colonial that has been impeccably restored by the current owners. Spacious, professionally designed rooms blend classic features with state-of-the art amenities. Original built-in cabinets, exposed brick walls, high ceilings & deep moldings are the backdrop to new HW & tile flooring and completely updated kitchen and bathrooms. Primary bedroom and ensuite bath have been beautifully designed and 2 more bedrooms are enhanced with fresh paint and new lighting. Third floor space offers many options as a playroom, studio, office(s) or bedroom. A private fenced back yard is a gardener's dream! Extensive improvements include: conversion of oil to gas heat; central A/C added; new roof, chimney & gutters; new elec panels; restored brick sidewalks; cedar fence; brick pointing on all sides; new 2nd fl windows; 2 car parking pad and more! Take a short stroll to Main Street's shops, restaurants & museums in this much loved city.

Listing courtesy of GLVR / RE/MAX Real Estate

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MLS# 712786 —

The Building

Year Built:

1870
Year Built Exception:

Unknown
Construction:

Brick, Wood
Style:

Colonial
Stories:

3.0
Exterior:

Curbs, Fenced Yard, Patio, Screens, Sidewalk, Storm Door, Utility Shed
Basement:

Full, Outside Entrance
Miscellaneous:

Historic
SqFt:

3,278 Sqft
SqFt Source:

Tax Records
SqFt Approx Above Grade:

3,278 Sqft

Interior

Total Rooms:

8
Total Room Count:

16
Interior Features:

Attic Storage, Drapes, Expandable Attic, Laundry Second, Traditional
Dining:

Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen
Floor:

Hardwood, Tile, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Fireplace:

Living Room

Location

Area:

Bethlehem-North
Cross Street Address:

E. Wall St

The Property

View:

City Lights
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential
Property Subtype Category:

Detached
Zoning Code:

Rt-Residential
Lot Size:

1-6000 sq. ft.
Lot Description:

Corner, Public Road, Paved Road
Lot Size Source:

Tax Records
Lot SqFt:

5070
Acres:

0.116

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Total Taxes:

$7,247.98

Beds

Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Heat Type:

Baseboard, Gas, Radiator, Zoned Heat
Cooling:

Ceiling Fan, Central AC, Window AC, Zoned Cooling

Utilities

Water:

Public
Sewer:

Public
Hot Water:

Electric
Amperage:

200
Amperage Type:

Circuit Breaker

Appliances

Appliances:

Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven Gas, Refrigerator

Schools

School District:

Bethlehem

The Community

Subdivision:

Historic Bethlehem
Association:

Lehigh Valley MLS

Parking

Parking:

Off & On Street
Garage:

None

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Utility Costs

$535/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/15/14 Jul 15, 2014		GLVR	$450,000

House Sold on 6/27/2023

$875,000

Listing provided by broker:

Gina Kelechava

RE/MAX Real Estate

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438 Center Street

Bethlehem City, PA 18018