Welcome home to 1848 Ridgelawn Ave in the Rosemont area of West Bethlehem. This beautifully maintained classic colonial offers inviting living spaces inside and out. The charming stone and siding exterior, manicured landscaping, and deep front yard create strong curb appeal as you arrive. Inside, warm hardwood floors flow through the entire home, where large windows, traditional moldings, and a brick fireplace create a comfortable setting for everyday living or entertaining. The custom-built eat-in kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, ample counter space, and a cozy breakfast area that opens toward the family room, keeping everyone connected. A sun-filled 3-season sunroom is wrapped in windows, providing the perfect spot for morning coffee, plants, or quiet reading while overlooking the expansive backyard. The main-level family room provides direct access to the rear deck and expansive yard. Upstairs has spacious bedrooms with generous closet space. The lower-level bonus area delivers incredible flexibility with built-in shelving and room for a workshop, office, hobbies, or storage. Outdoor living shines with a low-maintenance deck, level yard, and a separate outbuilding with an overhead door providing easy access for a garden tractor and lawn tools. A large attached two-car garage and long driveway provide abundant parking. Lovingly cared for and move-in ready, this property combines character, functionality, and space in a setting that feels instantly like home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joseph McGavin• Realty One Group Supreme
Welcome home to 1848 Ridgelawn Ave in the Rosemont area of West Bethlehem. This beautifully maintained classic colonial offers inviting living spaces inside and out. The charming stone and siding exterior, manicured landscaping, and deep front yard create strong curb appeal as you arrive. Inside, warm hardwood floors flow through the entire home, where large windows, traditional moldings, and a brick fireplace create a comfortable setting for everyday living or entertaining. The custom-built eat-in kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, ample counter space, and a cozy breakfast area that opens toward the family room, keeping everyone connected. A sun-filled 3-season sunroom is wrapped in windows, providing the perfect spot for morning coffee, plants, or quiet reading while overlooking the expansive backyard. The main-level family room provides direct access to the rear deck and expansive yard. Upstairs has spacious bedrooms with generous closet space. The lower-level bonus area delivers incredible flexibility with built-in shelving and room for a workshop, office, hobbies, or storage. Outdoor living shines with a low-maintenance deck, level yard, and a separate outbuilding with an overhead door providing easy access for a garden tractor and lawn tools. A large attached two-car garage and long driveway provide abundant parking. Lovingly cared for and move-in ready, this property combines character, functionality, and space in a setting that feels instantly like home.
BRIGHT MLS #PALH2014352
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$513,000
$238/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 13, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$243/sq ft
Jan 16, 2026
Listed
$545,000
$253/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 19, 1975
Sold
$39,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,570 (+2.4%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2025
$6,418 (+1.2%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2024
$6,345 (+0.9%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2023
$6,289 (−1.6%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2022
$6,391 (+0.5%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2021
$6,362 (+3.3%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2020
$6,159 (−0.7%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2019
$6,204 (+2.0%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2018
$6,083 (+4.7%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2017
$5,812 (+4.8%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2015
$5,547
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
Tax history for 1848 Ridgelawn Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,570 (+2.4%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2025
$6,418 (+1.2%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2024
$6,345 (+0.9%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2023
$6,289 (−1.6%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2022
$6,391 (+0.5%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2021
$6,362 (+3.3%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2020
$6,159 (−0.7%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2019
$6,204 (+2.0%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2018
$6,083 (+4.7%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2017
$5,812 (+4.8%)
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
2015
$5,547
$39,900 + $183,500
$223,400
*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
77 ft.
Lot depth
170 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,904
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lehigh County
APN
641871275832 1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
RS
Single Family Residential District
To provide for medium density neighborhoods that are primarily comprised of single family detached dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 576
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Interior, Irregular, Level, Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 77.00 x 170.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $39,900
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 0
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,904
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 270
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 253
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $1,387
County Tax: $844
School Tax: $4,338
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $223,400
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $6,570
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV, Electric Available, Phone, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CLEARVIEW
Middle Or Junior School: NITSCHMANN
High School: LIBERTY
School District Name: BETHLEHEM AREA
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Cross Street: Rosemont
Directions: Eaton Ave to North on Beverly Ave to Right on Homestead Ave to bear Left on E Rosemont, follow E Rosemont to Ridgelawn. House at top of E Rosemont
Municipality: BETHLEHEM CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,904
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 641871275832 1
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Clearview Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Nitschmann Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Liberty High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
18% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bethlehem, PA • 18018
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$513,000 – $621,000
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