$280,000

1159 Mechanic St Bethlehem City, PA 18015

$3,325
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,680 sqft
0.06 acres
$167 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1159 Mechanic St

Welcome to this beautifully updated South Bethlehem gem featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 modern bathrooms, and a versatile third-floor bonus room—perfect for a home office or potential 4th bedroom. Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully upgraded, from the brand-new flooring throughout to the energy-efficient windows that fill the space with natural light. Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the stunning new kitchen, complete with granite countertops and stylish cabinetry finishes. The first-floor laundry offers everyday convenience, while both bathrooms have been stylishly updated for today’s living. A new hot water heater and economical gas heat ensure comfort and savings year-round. Outside, a brand new concrete walkway leads to a private 1-car parking pad, and low taxes help keep your monthly costs down. Located just minutes from Wind Creek Casino, shopping, dining, and major highways, this home blends modern updates with unbeatable convenience. Move-in ready and waiting for you with a Clear CO from the City of Bethlehem!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,680 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.06 Acres
Year built1912
ParkingOff Street, On Street
MLS #756761
Garage1 space
ViewCity Lights

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Resilient, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Off Street, On Street
  • View: City Lights
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $280,000
  • Price/SqFt: $166
  • Directions: East 4th St. to left onto Hobart St., then left on Mechanic St.
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,680 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
  • MLS Number: 756761
  • MLS Name: HIGH
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Allentown
  • Office Phone: (610) 435-1800

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Nearby schools

2

Donegan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

1210 E 4th St

3

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

404 E North St

4

Freemansburg Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

501 Monroe St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,116. The most common annual income of people living in Bethlehem City, PA is less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1159 Mechanic St

The listing price of 1159 Mechanic St property is $280,000.

The property 1159 Mechanic St is a house located in Bethlehem City, Pennsylvania, 18015.

Active Listing: 1159 Mechanic St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1159 Mechanic St are: Donegan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Freemansburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lehigh Valley Dual Language Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Broughal Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Northeast Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lehigh Valley Charter High School for Th (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Liberty High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saucon Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

The property at 1159 Mechanic St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1159 Mechanic St is 1,680 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1159 Mechanic St is 1912.

This home is located at 1159 Mechanic St in Bethlehem City, PA and zip code 18015. This 1,680 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $280,000.

In April 2025 more than 37 listings in Bethlehem City, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 16 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 16 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Bethlehem City, PA between March and April 2025 increased by 16.1%. In April 2025 median list price was $326,236 and the average listing age was 17 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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