Now available in the desirable Birchwood Estates development of Hanover Township. This home has been lovingly maintained by the current owners and is move in ready. An inviting covered front porch welcomes you to this four bedroom 2.5 bath brick front colonial home with many updates including a new roof in 2019 and new gas furnace in 2020. Conveniently located near Wegman's, schools and the Hanover Township Community center featuring a brand new community pool and pickle ball courts under construction! * * Multiple Offers Received. All offers to be in Tuesday 3/12 at 2:00 * * * * Owners are PA licensed Realtors * *
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Anna Ames• Weichert Realtors
Listed by Wade Ames• Weichert Realtors
Bought with Alexandra Fiorini• Real Estate Collective
Two story in great family neighborhood. All the amenities, 4 Bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, fireplace, bonus room. Two car garage. Cul-de-sac, gas heat, wooded lot. Only 4 years old.
Public Records
Sep 3, 1997
Sold
$191,370
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,539 (+4.6%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2025
$6,252 (+2.5%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2024
$6,102 (−0.3%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2023
$6,123 (+1.0%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2022
$6,065 (+0.8%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2021
$6,016 (−0.1%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2020
$6,023 (+0.4%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2019
$5,999 (+2.0%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2018
$5,880 (+0.7%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2017
$5,838 (+4.6%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2015
$5,581
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
Tax history for 886 Merrivale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,539 (+4.6%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2025
$6,252 (+2.5%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2024
$6,102 (−0.3%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2023
$6,123 (+1.0%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2022
$6,065 (+0.8%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2021
$6,016 (−0.1%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2020
$6,023 (+0.4%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2019
$5,999 (+2.0%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2018
$5,880 (+0.7%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2017
$5,838 (+4.6%)
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
2015
$5,581
$22,900 + $60,800
$83,700
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,250
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Northampton County
APN
M6SW1 4 18 0214
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R1-S
Single-Family Residential Suburban District
Residential districts are noted R1-S Single-Family Residential Suburban.; It is the intent of this chapter, among other things, to provide sufficient space and ensure light, air, and privacy for all dwelling units.; It is the intent of this chapter, among other things, to protect residential districts from hazards of fire, offensive noise, glare, and motor vehicle and other traffic.; It is the intent of this chapter, among other things, to make it possible to provide in residential areas those public and private educational, recreational, health, and similar facilities serving the needs of the Township residents in the most desirable manner.; It is the intent of this chapter, among other things, to promote the development of residential districts in accord with the Comprehensive Plan, and to promote stable residential development that protects the character of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
Garage
Attached
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
Interior Features
Attic Storage
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central A/C
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Technology: Smoke Detector Wired
Floor: Hardwood, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Garage Door, Humidifier, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 14
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen
Partially Finished
Other Room 1
Living Room
Room Width: 17
Room Length: 13
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 2
Bathroom (Half)
Room Width: 7
Room Length: 3
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 3
Dining Room
Room Width: 13
Room Length: 11
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 4
Kitchen
Room Width: 13
Room Length: 10
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 5
Family Room
Room Description: Fireplace - gas
Room Width: 17
Room Length: 17
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 6
Bedroom
Room Width: 13
Room Length: 12
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 7
Bedroom
Room Width: 11
Room Length: 10
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 8
Bedroom
Room Description: Bonus room above garage
Room Width: 24
Room Length: 17
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 9
Master Bedroom
Room Width: 16
Room Length: 14
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 10
Master Bathroom
Room Width: 13
Room Length: 7
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 11
Bathroom (Full)
Room Width: 9
Room Length: 5
Room Level: 2nd Floor
Other Room 12
Room Width: 7
Room Length: 6
Room Level: 1st Floor
Other Room 13
Other Room
Room Description: Finished areas in basement
Room Width: 24
Room Length: 24
Room Level: Lower Level
Other Room 14
Room Description: Eat in kitchen
Room Width: 12
Room Length: 9
Room Level: 1st Floor
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass
Covered Porch, Patio, Storm Door, Utility Shed
Lot Information
Cul-de-Sac
Lot Sq. Ft.: 11,544
Property Features
Acres: 0.265
Sq. Ft.: 2,826
Approximate Sq. Ft. (Above Grade): 2250
Property Information
APN: M6SW1 4 18 0214
Residential
Detached
Type of Ownership: Fee Simple
Construction: Brick, Vinyl
Financial
Assessments
County Assessment: $83,700
Tax Information
Total Taxes: $6,101.73
School Taxes: $4,871.34
County Taxes: $903.96
Municipal Taxes: $326.43
Utilities
Utility Information
Hot Water: Gas
Water: Public
Sewer: Public
Amperage: 200
Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
Heat Type: Forced Air, Gas
Location
School Information
Bethlehem
Elementary School: Hanover
Middle Junior School: Nitschmann
High School: Liberty
Location Information
Hanover_N
Zoning Code: R1-S-SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL
Subdivision: Birchwood Estates
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,250
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Northampton County
APN: M6SW1 4 18 0214
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hanover Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Nitschmann Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
Liberty High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bethlehem, PA • 18017-2327
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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.
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3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$514,000 – $623,000
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