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$199,419$152 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $195,000 on Mar 24, 2026

242 MAIN ST

FREEMANSBURG, PA 18017
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,312 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,006 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$199K
$180K low$218K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Mar 24, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$310 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.92 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyNORTHAMPTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Freemansburg Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Northeast Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Liberty High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Bethlehem Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18017These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,762
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,908
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,808
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

242 Main St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 97% of homes in Bethlehem 18017
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Bethlehem 18017
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Bethlehem 18017
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Bethlehem 18017
  • Older than 95% of homes in Bethlehem 18017

What homes are worth in Bethlehem 18017

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$182K$795K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Bethlehem 18017.

How it measures up in Bethlehem 18017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethlehem 18017.

Estimated value$199,419
CheaperTypical $384,382Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,312 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,708 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size3,006 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 242 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethlehem 18017Northampton County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,4193% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1523% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,312 ft²25% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,006 ft²5% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than19005% of homes21% of homes

About 242 Main St

How much is 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA is $199,419 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $180,482 to $218,356. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA last sell?

242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA last sold on Mar 24, 2026 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA?

242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,312 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA built?

242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA?

242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA is assigned to Freemansburg Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Northeast Middle School (middle), rated C-; Liberty High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Bethlehem Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA compare to other homes in Bethlehem 18017?

Among the 11,150 homes in Bethlehem 18017, it is worth more than 3% of them ($199,419 against a typical $384,382), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($152 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,312 ft² against a typical 1,708 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,006 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Northampton County, it is worth more than 7% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 Main St, Freemansburg, PA was $310. The county assessed it at $28,700.

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