OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2018 for $305K

$458,691

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,067/mo

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2,476

sq ft

985 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18017

About this home

Don't miss the opportunity to own this lovely home in Birchwood Estates! Homes don't come on the market often and when they do, they go quick! Conveniently located in Hanover Township near the community center, Wegman's and Route 22 if you need to commute. Back yard borders township land with a walking path for lots of privacy. As soon as you arrive you are greeted by a lovely, landscaped front yard and concrete driveway leading to the two car garage. Inside you'll find granite counter tops, hardwood floors, four bedrooms, two and a half baths and even more space in the finished basement. Nice deck outside with a retractable awning and a great view of the nice size yard and above ground pool. Make your appointment today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1996Year Built

0.27 acresLot Size

$185Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Anna Ames • Weichert Realtors

Listed by Wade Ames • Weichert Realtors

Bought with Amy Alpago • Weichert Realtors

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•Source:GLVRMLS #586115

Redfin Estimate

$458,691

$154K since sold in September 2018$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 20.8% lower than the average sale price ($579K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$535,000
A
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SOLD DEC 5, 2025
$500,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,968 sq ft
5449 Hale Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18017
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$550,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,628 sq ft
1271 Stafore Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18017
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$595,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,106 sq ft
4510 Kathi Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18017
SOLD APR 8, 2026
$495,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths1,969 sq ft
3225 Harmor Ln, Bethlehem, PA 18017
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$800,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,256 sq ft
4634 Ashley Ln, Bethlehem, PA 18017

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$1,527/mo

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Market trends in 18017, PA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.3%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$380K

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

112

9 MoM

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Sale history for 985 Merrivale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,359 (+4.6%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2025

$6,080 (+2.5%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2024

$5,934 (−0.3%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2023

$5,954 (+1.0%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2022

$5,898 (+0.8%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2021

$5,850 (−0.1%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2020

$5,858 (+0.4%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2019

$5,834 (+2.0%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2018

$5,718 (+0.7%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2017

$5,677 (+4.6%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2015

$5,428

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

Tax history for 985 Merrivale Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,359 (+4.6%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2025

$6,080 (+2.5%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2024

$5,934 (−0.3%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2023

$5,954 (+1.0%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2022

$5,898 (+0.8%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2021

$5,850 (−0.1%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2020

$5,858 (+0.4%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2019

$5,834 (+2.0%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2018

$5,718 (+0.7%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2017

$5,677 (+4.6%)

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

2015

$5,428

$23,000 + $58,400

$81,400

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.27 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,976

Year built

1996

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Northampton County

APN

M6SW1 10 4 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

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Off Street, On Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area

Room 1 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 10.0

Room 2 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.30 x 10.00
Length: 12.3
Width: 10.0

Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.70 x 10.00
Length: 12.7
Width: 10.0

Room 4 Information
Full Bath
Level: Second
Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0

Room 5 Information
Full Bath
Level: Second
Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0

Room 6 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16.00 x 15.00
Length: 16.0
Width: 15.0

Room 7 Information
Other
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14.80 x 12.00
Length: 14.8
Width: 12.0

Room 8 Information
Other
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 25.70 x 15.00
Length: 25.7
Width: 15.0

Room 9 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.10 x 12.00
Length: 12.1
Width: 12.0

Room 10 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.50 x 9.70
Length: 15.5
Width: 9.7

Room 11 Information
Half Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0

Room 12 Information
Family Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 16.00 x 15.10
Length: 16.0
Width: 15.1

Room 13 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 19.80 x 11.00
Length: 19.8
Width: 11.0

Laundry Information
Features: Main Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Living Room

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Game Room, Mud Room, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Pool, Shed
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Security Features: Security System

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Above Ground

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 11,840
Lot Size Acres: 0.272
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R1-S-Suburban Residential

Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 500
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,976

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $81,400

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,833.94

Utilities

Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Heat Pump

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,976
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Northampton County
APN: M6SW1 10 4 0214

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Hanover Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Nitschmann Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

6/10

Liberty High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

9/10 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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

18% 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

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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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Estimated sale price

$436,000 – $528,000

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Home values near 985 Merrivale Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
975 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2249 Sq. Ft.	$520,231
976 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$509,656

Address	Redfin Estimate
936 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2574 Sq. Ft.	$603,235
965 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1980 Sq. Ft.	$486,673

Address	Redfin Estimate
935 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2445 Sq. Ft.	$561,788
945 Merrivale Rd, Bethlehem, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2460 Sq. Ft.	$545,734

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