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518 W Union Blvd, Bethlehem, PA, 18018

5beds
2baths
2,016sqft
$290,000
$144price/sqft
$2,128/moest. monthly cost
$85,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Garage & Endless Potential! Opportunity awaits with this spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home that's ready for your personal touch! Offering generous living space and a flexible floor plan, this property is perfect for buyers looking to build equity and create the home of their dreams. Inside, you'll find five well-sized bedrooms, a full bath plus a convenient half bath, and plenty of room for family, guests, a home office, or hobby space. While the home could benefit from some TLC, its size, layout, and potential make it an exceptional value. Additional features include a 1-car garage for parking and extra storage, along with outdoor space ready to be transformed into your ideal backyard retreat. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect combination of space, location, and opportunity. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking for a rewarding renovation project, this property is full of possibilities. Bring your vision and make this spacious home your own. Schedule your private showing today!

Getting Around

60
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
40
TransitSome Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Nitschmann Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.3 mi
3/10
Liberty High SchoolGrades 9-121.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Basement
  • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
  • Construction materials: Brick,Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Concrete

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00

Bedroom

  • Level: Third
  • Dimensions: 12.00 x 8.00

Bedroom

  • Level: Third
  • Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00

Features

  • Dining Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,016

Half Bath

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 3.00 x 5.00

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Oil
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 15.00 x 15.00

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 15.00 x 14.00

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 6.00 x 8.00

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 17.00 x 15.00

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 6427394437591
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning: RT
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Levels: Two and One Half
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,005 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Winter Weather
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,466$17,592
Home Insurance *$95$1,140
Property Taxes $343$4,116
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$2,128$25,536
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$72,960/yr
40% on housing$63,840/yr
45% on housing$56,746/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

Covered
WildfireWildfire
Add-on available
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.7%
-1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$144This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 18018$151
Lehigh County$171

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 18018$220
Lehigh County$205

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-10Price change$279,995
2026-07-20Listed for sale$290,000
2019-06-12Sold$175,000
2019-04-02Listed for sale$164,900
2013-04-06Listing removed$1,000
2013-04-04Listed for rent$1,000
2008-05-14Listing removed$184,500
2008-05-09Listed for sale$184,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentFawaz Barakat
BrokerageHeart and Home Realty LLC

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