From the top of a gently rolling hillside on 5 acres, this custom home, in the South Mountain Conserve, maintains the privacy of a country estate while conveniently located near the heart of the valley. A sanctuary built for entertaining, this four bedroom home was designed with luxury in mind. From the sun-soaked solarium to the oak floored loft that provides the perfect station for reflection, there is a place for everyone to relax and enjoy the surrounding beauty of every season. An oak-coffered ceiling is the crowned jewel of the game room complete with wet bar, while a soaring hand-built stone fireplace is the centerpiece that anchors the great room. The first floor master suite provides refuge distinctly separate from the second floor bedrooms. Step out of the well-appointed kitchen with custom cabinetry to the generously-sized Pennsylvania bluestone patio. Enjoy the sounds of nature while surrounded by a meticulously landscaped garden area or reflect on the history of the area while stepping into the 4,000 sq ft barn that at one time was used as a covert distillery during prohibition. Enjoy effortless access to the shopping, restaurants and entertainment of the nearby Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley. This home is located with ready access to I-78, making any drive to New York City or Philadelphia within reach.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
5.51 acresLot Size
$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rachelle ADAMS• Carol C Dorey Real Estate
From the top of a gently rolling hillside on 5 acres, this custom home, in the South Mountain Conserve, maintains the privacy of a country estate while conveniently located near the heart of the valley. A sanctuary built for entertaining, this home was designed with luxury in mind. From the solarium to the oak floored loft, there is a place for everyone to relax & enjoy the surrounding beauty of every season. An oak-coffered ceiling is the crowned jewel of the game room complete with wet bar, while a soaring stone fireplace is the centerpiece that anchors the great room. The 1st floor master suite provides refuge distinctly separate from the 2nd floor bedrooms. Step out of the well-appointed kitchen with custom cabinetry to the generously-sized bluestone patio. Enjoy the sounds of nature while surrounded by a meticulously landscaped garden area or reflect on the history of the area in the 4,000 sq ft barn that at one time was used as a covert distillery during prohibition.
BRIGHT MLS #1003007162
Aug 28, 2014
Sold
$469,000
$167/sq ft
Jul 19, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 2014
Listed
$469,000
$167/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,570 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2025
$9,382
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2024
$9,382 (+1.2%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2023
$9,268 (+1.5%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2022
$9,132 (+2.3%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2021
$8,928 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2020
$8,756 (+1.6%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2019
$8,615
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2018
$8,615 (+1.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2017
$8,532 (+0.7%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2015
$8,474
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
Tax history for 2040 Black River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,570 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2025
$9,382
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2024
$9,382 (+1.2%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2023
$9,268 (+1.5%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2022
$9,132 (+2.3%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2021
$8,928 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2020
$8,756 (+1.6%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2019
$8,615
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2018
$8,615 (+1.0%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2017
$8,532 (+0.7%)
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
2015
$8,474
$106,600 + $307,000
$413,600
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,811
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lehigh County
APN
641692971954 1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
SMC
South Mountain Conservation Zone
This Zone intends to protect the large concentrations of sensitive environmental and recreational features prevalent on South Mountain which is an important natural area within the Township and the larger Lehigh Valley. Permitted uses have been selected to encourage the most appropriate conservation/recreation activities for this unique geological and topographical feature and avoid defoliation, deforestation, and destruction of ground cover. In addition, limitations on the development and disturbance of this area’s steep slopes will help to minimize storm water runoff, flooding and soil erosion.; Which requires local zoning ordinances to promote, protect and facilitate the preservation of the natural, scenic and historic values in the environment and preservation of forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains. This Zone also incorporates resource protection policies recommended by the Township Comprehensive Plan, the Saucon Region Comprehensive Park, Recreation and Open Space Plan and the Comprehensive Plan, The Lehigh Valley.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Communications tower
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Central Vacuum, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $307,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: 2nd Garage, Barn/Farm Building
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloping, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 5X5
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $106,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,811
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $413,600
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $8,491
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Circuit Breakers
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Forced Air
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: SOUTHERN LEHIGH
Location Information
Cross Street: EVERGREEN
Directions: Rt 309 N to Rt 378 N, Left on Black River
Municipality: UPPER SAUCON TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,811
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 641692971954 1
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Southern Lehigh Intermediate School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 2.7mi
9/10
Southern Lehigh Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
Southern Lehigh Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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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Bethlehem, PA • 18015
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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
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Estimated sale price
$758,000 – $918,000
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