This adorable 2 bedroom, 2 bath Bungalow in Palmerton School District could be yours. This home has a stunning high ceiling in the cozy family room, newer updated kitchen and baths & nice size bedrooms. Additional finished recreation room in the lower level, for all of your entertaining needs this upcoming holiday season. Enjoy the mountain view from the large back deck, while sipping your cup of coffee every morning. The large detached garage is an added perk and with a little effort, the back yard could be totally fenced in for your fury little friends. The home is within walking distance to the beautiful Palmerton park and all of the local businesses surrounding it. For those who enjoy the outdoors, this is close to Blue Mountain Ski Resort, Beltzville & Mauch Chunk Lakes, D & L Trails & so much more. Feel safe knowing that St Luke's and Lehigh Valley Hospitals are only a 15 minute commute. Seems as though all you need to do is start packing. Hurry up and schedule your showing today.
PMAR #PM-120152
Dec 12, 2024
Sold
$188,000
$230/sq ft
Nov 18, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 31, 2024
Listed
$188,000
$230/sq ft
+26
GLVRMLS #579460
Jun 22, 2018
Sold
$104,000
$127/sq ft
May 4, 2018
Listed
$99,000
$121/sq ft
PMAR #PM-57090
May 4, 2018
Listed
$99,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 7, 2001
Sold
$39,500
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,577 (+3.5%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2025
$2,490 (+8.4%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2024
$2,297 (+3.1%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2023
$2,228 (+3.2%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2022
$2,159 (+4.1%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2021
$2,074 (+4.3%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2020
$1,988 (+2.5%)
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
2019
$1,938 (+1.6%)
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
2017
$1,908
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
Tax history for 588 Mauch Chunk Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,577 (+3.5%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2025
$2,490 (+8.4%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2024
$2,297 (+3.1%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2023
$2,228 (+3.2%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2022
$2,159 (+4.1%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2021
$2,074 (+4.3%)
$5,250 + $19,800
$25,050
2020
$1,988 (+2.5%)
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
2019
$1,938 (+1.6%)
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
2017
$1,908
$5,250 + $19,350
$24,600
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,396 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
816
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Carbon County
APN
42A-49-A2
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
R-2
Medium Density Residential District
To provide for a variety of housing types, including singles, twins and rowhouses, at a medium density. To also provide opportunities for expansion of health care centers, in a manner compatible with nearby neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Laundromat
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $19,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: No
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $5,250
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 816
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $345
County Tax: $307
School Tax: $1,576
Tax Assessed Value: $25,050
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,228
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Coal
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PALMERTON AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: x
Municipality: PALMERTON BORO
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 816
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2,396 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Carbon County
APN: 42A-49-A2
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
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Schools
S S Palmer El School
Public 2-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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Palmerton Area Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Palmerton Area High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 75-83% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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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Palmerton, PA • 18071
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$178,000 – $215,000
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