Rare gentleman's farm situated on 20 acres with the potential to purchase additional acreage. Totally remodeled with modern decor while maintaining farm setting. All brand-new kitchen, appliances, and bathrooms. 2-story home with four-bedrooms, two-bathrooms, beautiful hard wood flooring throughout house. Large rooms are just one great attribute of this unique property. Four-car detached garage with electric as well as a 50’ x 56’ 2 story barn, and an open shed for storing hay or equipment. Minutes from Routes 40, 88, and PA-43. Bethlehem-Center School District. Discover the peace and potential of this farm of open fields, rolling hills, wooded areas, abundant wildlife, and amazing views. Part of the property is fenced. Make this private farm your own! Agent owned. Pre-approval or proof of funds required for viewing by appointment only.
RanchProperty Type
1970Year Built
20 acresLot Size
Listed by • COLDWELL BANKER LAUREL RIDGE REALTY
Bought with Rob Baily• HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES
551 Ridge Rd is situated between Routes 40 and 88 plus is state maintained. It is also 10 minutes from PA-43. Discover the peace and potential of this 93-acre parcel of open fields and rolling hills. Featuring a country 2-story home with four-bedroom two-bathrooms and a four-car detached garage with electric. As well as a shed, a 50’ x 56’ barn, and an open shed for storing hay. Gorgeous original hardwood floors under carpeting except for the kitchen and baths. Large rooms are just one great attribute of this unique property. The basement is plumbed for an additional full bath. OGM rights are being conveyed and the property offers all timber. This 93-acre parcel beautifully spreads across both sides of Ridge Road, inviting a vision of endless possibilities. The acreage on the opposite side of the road is fenced-in.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,789 (−11.6%)
$49,300 + $178,300
$227,600
2025
$5,417 (+10.4%)
$49,300 + $178,300
$227,600
2024
$4,909 (+3.8%)
$88,500 + $178,300
$266,800
2023
$4,729 (+3.1%)
$88,500 + $178,300
$266,800
2022
$4,587 (+2.7%)
$88,500 + $178,300
$266,800
2021
$4,465 (+2.1%)
$88,500 + $178,300
$266,800
2020
$4,372 (+2.1%)
$89,000 + $178,300
$267,300
2019
$4,284
$89,000 + $178,300
$267,300
2018
$4,284 (−86.6%)
$89,000 + $178,300
$267,300
2017
$31,934
$89,000 + $178,300
$267,300
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,088
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
1560460000000100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Construction Details: Frame, Concrete
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s), Garage(s)
Land Information
Current Use: Farm
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 20
Lot Size Acres: 20
Road Frontage Type: Highway, State Road
Zoning: AG
Zoning Description: AG
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $227,600
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,789
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,088
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 1560460000000100
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bethlehem-Center Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
4/10
Bethlehem-Center Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
Bethlehem-Center Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Brownsville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.