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$226,569$180 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $43,000 on Oct 3, 2018

243 FRANKLIN ST

BETHLEHEM, PA 18018
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,262 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.
1,148 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$227K
$207K low$246K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$43,000 · Oct 3, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,412 (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.$82,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$82,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$82,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Row House
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyLehigh
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage

Transaction History(1)

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
Calypso Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Nitschmann Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Liberty High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Bethlehem Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 18018These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,411 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,632
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

243 Franklin 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 88% of homes in Bethlehem 18018
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Among the smallest lots in Lehigh County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Bethlehem 18018

What homes are worth in Bethlehem 18018

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

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$178K$618K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Bethlehem 18018.

How it measures up in Bethlehem 18018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethlehem 18018.

Estimated value$226,569
CheaperTypical $288,098Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size1,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 243 Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethlehem 18018Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$226,56912% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18031% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,262 ft²31% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,148 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than18957% of homes10% of homes

About 243 Franklin St

How much is 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA is $226,569 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $206,862 to $246,276. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA last sell?

243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA last sold on Oct 3, 2018 for $43,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA?

243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,262 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA built?

243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA?

243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA is assigned to Calypso Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Nitschmann Middle School (middle), rated B-; 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 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA compare to other homes in Bethlehem 18018?

Among the 9,659 homes in Bethlehem 18018, it is worth more than 12% of them ($226,569 against a typical $288,098), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($180 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,262 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,148 ft² against a typical 4,182 ft²) and it is newer than 7% of them (1895 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 13% 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 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Franklin St, Bethlehem, PA was $2,412. The county assessed it at $82,000.

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