$3,739 Closing Credit¹
#758573, Listing office: I-Do Real Estate
$324,900 List price
1553 1st St Bethlehem Twp, PA 18020
$3,858
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,551 sqft
0.3 acres
$209 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1553 1st St
Welcome to this immaculately maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick-front Cape Cod, nestled in a peaceful neighborhood in Bethlehem Township. Situated on a private corner lot, this charming home offers a beautifully landscaped backyard complete with a garden, storage shed, maintenance-free deck, and concrete patio—perfect for relaxing and/or entertaining. Step inside the front door to a tiled entryway leading to a warm and inviting living room with hardwood floors. The updated eat-in kitchen is a true highlight, featuring granite countertops, a stylish glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, and direct access to the rear deck. The main level includes two bedrooms, both with hardwood flooring, and a fully updated modern bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two more spacious bedrooms, a second updated full bath, and ample cubby storage. The partially finished lower level expands your living space with a cozy family room, a separate storage room and/or den, and a utility/laundry area. Additional conveniences include central air, a one-car garage w/auto opener, and a two-car wide concrete parking pad. Upgrades also include seamless gutters, replacement windows & more! All this in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from Route 33, offering easy access to shopping, dining, and commuting routes. This lovingly cared-for home is move-in ready—don’t miss your opportunity! Showings begin Friday, June 13th at 9 AM.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,551 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.253 Acres
Year built1968
ParkingAttached, Garage, Off Street, On Street, Garage Door Opener
MLS #759029
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Attic, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Storage, Traditional Floorplan
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, Off Street, On Street, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Deck, Patio, Shed
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Baseboard, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $324,900
- Price/SqFt: $209
- Lot: Corner Lot, Level
- Directions: From Route 33, west on Freemansburg Ave, left on 2nd Street, right on Lehigh to corner of 1st Street.
- Year Built: 1968
- Living Area: 1,551 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.253 Acres
- MLS Number: 759029
- MLS Name: HIGH
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Heritage R E
- Office Phone: (610) 250-8880
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Nearby schools
2
Marvine Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•1425 Livingston St
6
Miller Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•3605 Allen St
4
Freemansburg Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•501 Monroe St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,748. The most common annual income of people living in Bethlehem Twp, PA is between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
19%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
34%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Horse Races
College Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
Stein Mart
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
LongHorn Steakhouse
Logan's Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Buick
Hyundai
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1553 1st St
The listing price of 1553 1st St property is $324,900.
The property 1553 1st St is a house located in Bethlehem Twp, Pennsylvania, 18020.
Active Listing: 1553 1st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1553 1st St are: Marvine Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Miller Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Freemansburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northeast Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lehigh Valley Dual Language Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Hills Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Freedom High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Liberty High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lehigh Valley Charter High School for Th (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
The property at 1553 1st St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1553 1st St is 1,551 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1553 1st St is 1968.
This home is located at 1553 1st St in Bethlehem Twp, PA and zip code 18020. This 1,551 square foot home, which was built in 1968, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $324,900.
Bethlehem Twp, PA housing market in May 2025 saw over 46 listings sold above listed price, more than 14 sold at listed price and over 18 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Bethlehem Twp, PA increased by 13.5% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 11 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $326,083.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.