OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2017 for $560K

$906,854

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,088/mo

•

4,400

sq ft

273 Chestnut Hill Rd, Emmaus, PA 18049

About this home

Solitude and natural beauty envelop this log home on South Mountain in Emmaus. Recently renovated throughout, this attractive home offers 4400 sq ft, with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. The amazing finished lower level occupies a spacious game room with bar, in-law suite, office, full kitchen and half bath. The heart of the home is a grand room showcasing bamboo floors with cherry inlay, exposed beams, Harmon pellet stove and adjoins the dining and kitchen areas. All creating an ideal layout that meets every entertaining need. The outside boasts a completely customized recreational resort/lodge like environment. A large rock waterfall flows into a heated pool with hot tub and a cabana/bar to complete the unforgettable surroundings. The home is heated by 2 Harmon pellet stoves and a wood stove in the lower level. The privately situated acreage is adjacent to the more than 300 acre Wildlands Conservancy, yet is easily accessible to I78, Rts. 22,33, & 309 and PA Turnpike.

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

5.3 acresLot Size

$206Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Lori Bartkus • BHHS Fox & Roach Macungie

Bought with Howard Schaeffer • RE/MAX Real Estate

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•Source:GLVRMLS #542892

Redfin Estimate

$906,854

$347K since sold in May 2017$19K since August

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This home's estimate is 72.3% higher than the average sale price ($526K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$685,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,619 sq ft
5865 Limeport Pike, Coopersburg, PA 18036
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$430,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,545 sq ft
340 Chestnut Hill Rd, Emmaus, PA 18049
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$612,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,408 sq ft
3122 Dogwood Ln, Allentown, PA 18103
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$383,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,951 sq ft
135 North St, Emmaus, PA 18049
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$747,500
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,530 sq ft
4320 Vera Cruz Rd, Center Valley, PA 18034
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$300,000
F
3 beds1 bath2,602 sq ft
4780 Vera Cruz Rd, Center Valley, PA 18034

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Market trends in 18049, PA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$381K

$19K MoM

Avg. days on market

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

22 MoM

New listings for sale

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$394,500
3 beds3 baths2,619 sq ft
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NEW 21 HRS AGO
$699,900
4 beds3.5 baths3,534 sq ft
342 Main, Emmaus, PA 18049
$350,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,376 sq ft
336 S 12th St, Emmaus, PA 18049
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$399,900
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$389,000
3 beds2 baths1,782 sq ft
404 N 3rd St, Emmaus, PA 18049
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Sale history for 273 Chestnut Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

GLVRMLS #542892

May 19, 2017

Sold

$560,000

$127/sq ft

Apr 13, 2017

Pending

—

Apr 4, 2017

Listed

$565,000

$128/sq ft

GLVRMLS #293350

Mar 31, 2008

Sold

$480,000

$109/sq ft

Dec 3, 2007

Listed

$479,900

$109/sq ft

+17

Looking for total privacy- then your dream home is waiting for you just outside of Emmaus. . Pocono Setting located on a private road in the South Mt Area. This Four Bedroom Contemporary Log Home located on 5.3 acres in Salisbury Twsp is just out-side of Emmaus and Center Valley. This true log and stone home has sweeping views from it's multiple decks of the lush waterfall garden surrounding the beautiful in-ground pool and spa. Unique floor plan with Huge Great Room and open concept kitchen and dining room. Three fireplaces invite you to enjoy the coming fall as the trees on this property perform their magic. Lower Level is expanded and perfect for an in-law quarters. The style and the total seclusion of this home is rare in the Lehigh Valley. Plenty of room for guests- 4 full bedrooms and 2 1/2 Baths.

BRIGHT MLS #PALH106008

Jan 31, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Dec 3, 2007

Listed

$479,900

$109/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PALH107950

Nov 27, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Sep 27, 2007

Listed

$479,900

$109/sq ft

GLVRMLS #276043

Nov 28, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Sep 15, 2007

Listed

GLVRMLS #256378

Jun 8, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jun 1, 2007

Listed

GLVRMLS #251013

Sep 29, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jul 27, 2006

Listed

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,304 (+6.0%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2025

$12,548 (+4.7%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2024

$11,988 (+5.4%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2023

$11,372 (+2.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2022

$11,086 (+4.2%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2021

$10,642 (+4.0%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2020

$10,227 (+3.8%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2019

$9,855 (+1.8%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2018

$9,678 (+2.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2017

$9,432 (+3.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2015

$9,106

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

Tax history for 273 Chestnut Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,304 (+6.0%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2025

$12,548 (+4.7%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2024

$11,988 (+5.4%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2023

$11,372 (+2.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2022

$11,086 (+4.2%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2021

$10,642 (+4.0%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2020

$10,227 (+3.8%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2019

$9,855 (+1.8%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2018

$9,678 (+2.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2017

$9,432 (+3.6%)

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

2015

$9,106

$97,600 + $300,800

$398,400

*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

1.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,304

Year built

1987

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lehigh County

APN

640438590894 1

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.

Conservation - Residential District

To provide for mostly single-family detached housing at a very low density and conservation-oriented land uses, in recognition of the extensive important natural features in this district.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Greenhouse / nursery
Day care facility
General retail
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Post office
Agriculture-Cropland
Housing-Mobile home park

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 3

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Interior

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

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Room Types: Den, Office
Has Basement
Basement Information: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Rec/Family Area

Room 1 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 21.00 x 16.00
Length: 21.0
Width: 16.0

Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 25.00 x 27.00
Length: 25.0
Width: 27.0

Room 3 Information
Family Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 46.00 x 23.00
Length: 46.0
Width: 23.0

Room 4 Information
Other
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 16.00 x 10.00
Length: 16.0
Width: 10.0

Room 5 Information
Full Bath
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 6.00 x 6.00
Length: 6.0
Width: 6.0

Room 6 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17.00 x 19.00
Length: 17.0
Width: 19.0

Room 7 Information
Full Bath
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9.00 x 8.00
Length: 9.0
Width: 8.0

Room 8 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 21.00 x 16.00
Length: 21.0
Width: 16.0

Room 9 Information
Other
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 11.00 x 16.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 16.0

Room 10 Information
Family Room
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 26.00 x 22.00
Length: 26.0
Width: 22.0

Room 11 Information
Bedroom
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 18.00 x 23.00
Length: 18.0
Width: 23.0

Room 12 Information
Kitchen
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 13.00 x 9.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 9.0

Room 13 Information
Half Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 9.00 x 8.00
Length: 9.0
Width: 8.0

Laundry Information
Features: Lower Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Family Room, Lower Level, Living Room

Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range

Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Other Features: Wet Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dining Area, Family Room Lower Level, Game Room, Home Office, In-Law Floorplan, Jetted Tub, Mud Room, Family Room Main Level, Skylights, Updated Kitchen, Utility Room, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 3
Stories (Total): 3
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Stone, Wood Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Breezeway, Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Pool, Porch, Patio, Shed
Other Structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)
Security Features: Prewired, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Spa

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 230,868
Lot Size Acres: 5.3
Lot Size Dimensions: 5.3 acres
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Not In Subdivision, Sloped, Views, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Zoning: Cr-Conservation Residenti

Property Information
Yes
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,396
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,004

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $398,400

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,678.34

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,304
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 640438590894 1

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Salisbury Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi

6/10

Salisbury Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

4 days above 99° expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Emmaus, PA • 18049

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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

$862,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 273 Chestnut Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3167 Chestnut Hill Road, Center Valley, PA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2520 Sq. Ft.	$646,824
249 Chestnut Hill Road, Emmaus, PA 1 Beds \| - Baths \| 530 Sq. Ft.	$145,734

Address	Redfin Estimate
269 Chestnut Hill Road, Emmaus, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3248 Sq. Ft.	$764,458
257 Chestnut Hill Road, Emmaus, PA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3050 Sq. Ft.	$412,049

Address	Redfin Estimate
3188 Chestnut Hill Road, Center Valley, PA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2717 Sq. Ft.	$611,292
253 Chestnut Hill Road, Emmaus, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1822 Sq. Ft.	$296,099

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