Welcome to 2545 Riverbend Rd. , a stunning 6.6-acre estate accessed via a private road, renowned as one of the most beautiful lots in the Lehigh Valley. The property features a charming 1 BR, 1 BA guest house complete with a living room and kitchenette, an oversized two-car garage beneath the guest house, and an additional garage at the rear of the property. The main house boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a half bath in the lower level. This classic colonial home, constructed with stone and clapboard, offers a spacious floor plan with generous rooms, two fireplaces (in the living room and lower level), two wet bars (in the living room and family room), two kitchens (on the first and lower levels), exquisite millwork throughout, built-in cabinetry, and a 41 x 15 enclosed sunroom with stunning views of the babbling Little Lehigh Creek, as well as green and bridge views of the Lehigh Country Club. This home is being sold "AS IS, " with the price reflecting the value of the land. This is a rare opportunity, a once-in-a-lifetime chance.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
6.6 acresLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Creighton Faust• RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
•610-770-9000 (broker)
•betsy@lehighvalleyhomes.com (broker)
Bought with Maggie D Koller• RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
Welcome to 2545 Riverbend Rd. , a stunning 6.6-acre estate accessed via a private road, renowned as one of the most beautiful lots in the Lehigh Valley. The property features a charming 1 BR, 1 BA guest house complete with a living room and kitchenette, an oversized two-car garage beneath the guest house, and an additional garage at the rear of the property. The main house boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a half bath in the lower level. This classic colonial home, constructed with stone and clapboard, offers a spacious floor plan with generous rooms, two fireplaces (in the living room and lower level), two wet bars (in the living room and family room), two kitchens (on the first and lower levels), exquisite millwork throughout, built-in cabinetry, and a 41 x 15 enclosed sunroom with stunning views of the babbling Little Lehigh Creek, as well as green and bridge views of the Lehigh Country Club. This home is being sold "AS IS, " with the price reflecting the value of the land. This is a rare opportunity, a once-in-a-lifetime chance.
GLVRMLS #739529
Jan 16, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Dec 7, 2024
Pending
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Aug 7, 2024
Price Changed
*
Jun 10, 2024
Listed
*
GLVRMLS #540329
Jun 30, 2017
Sold
$500,000
$138/sq ft
Apr 14, 2017
Pending
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Mar 30, 2017
Listed
$500,000
$138/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007482964
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
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Apr 22, 2016
Listed
$569,900
$157/sq ft
GLVRMLS #518263
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2016
Price Changed
*
Apr 21, 2016
Listed
*
GLVRMLS #518292
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 21, 2016
Listed
*
BRIGHT MLS #1007482894
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 21, 2016
Listed
$569,900
$157/sq ft
GLVRMLS #481059
Dec 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 3, 2015
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2015
Price Changed
*
Sep 3, 2015
Price Changed
*
Sep 15, 2014
Listed
*
GLVRMLS #444944
Jun 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 13, 2013
Listed
*
BRIGHT MLS #1007271584
Jun 30, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 13, 2013
Listed
$749,000
$207/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,812 (+3.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2025
$9,500 (+3.4%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2024
$9,191 (+2.0%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2023
$9,007 (+2.4%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2022
$8,794 (+2.2%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2021
$8,607 (+1.0%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2020
$8,525 (+1.7%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2019
$8,380 (+1.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2018
$8,270 (+1.8%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2017
$8,125 (+5.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2015
$7,719
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
Tax history for 2545 Riverbend Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,812 (+3.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2025
$9,500 (+3.4%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2024
$9,191 (+2.0%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2023
$9,007 (+2.4%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2022
$8,794 (+2.2%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2021
$8,607 (+1.0%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2020
$8,525 (+1.7%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2019
$8,380 (+1.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2018
$8,270 (+1.8%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2017
$8,125 (+5.3%)
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
2015
$7,719
$70,800 + $301,300
$372,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,123
Year built
1938
Style
Other
County
Lehigh County
APN
549500251467 1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
SR
Semi-Rural Residential District
The purpose of this district is to retain and continue the existing semirural character. Farming should be encouraged. The use of cluster development and open space neighborhoods should be encouraged as a way to preserve some farmland and environmentally sensitive areas and open space.
Interior Features: Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, 2nd Kitchen, Carpet
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Recreation Room, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Hookup, Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $301,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Slate
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $70,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,627
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $279
County Tax: $1,407
School Tax: $7,322
Tax Assessed Value: $372,100
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $9,007
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Whole House Fan
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: EAST PENN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Rte I-78 (exit 55), take Cedar Crest Blvd. South, go 1.3 miles; turn left onto Riverbend Road, go 0.4 miles, private driveway is on left before bridge.
Municipality: LOWER MACUNGIE TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,123
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.6 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 549500251467 1
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wescosville El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Lower Macungie Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
Emmaus High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Allentown, PA • 18103
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Estimated sale price
$809,000 – $980,000
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