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$239,449$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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $104,000 on May 16, 2013

638 8TH AVE

BETHLEHEM, PA 18018
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,580 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.
2,201 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$239K
$226K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$104,000 · May 16, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,606 (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.$122,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$113,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$122,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,600

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.Split Level
CountyLehigh
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage

Transaction History(4)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
Nitschmann Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
James Buchanan Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 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

638 8th Ave 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 82% of homes in Bethlehem 18018
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Bethlehem 18018
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Lehigh County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Lehigh County

What homes are worth in Bethlehem 18018

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

This home
$176K$607K

This home is worth more than 18% 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$239,449
CheaperTypical $289,656Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,459 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2,201 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 638 8th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethlehem 18018Lehigh County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,44918% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1529% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,580 ft²60% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,201 ft²19% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than192248% of homes22% of homes

About 638 8th Ave

How much is 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA is $239,449 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $226,416 to $252,482. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA last sell?

638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA last sold on May 16, 2013 for $104,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA?

638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,580 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA built?

638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA?

638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA is assigned to Nitschmann Middle School (middle), rated C-; James Buchanan Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; 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 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA compare to other homes in Bethlehem 18018?

Among the 9,659 homes in Bethlehem 18018, it is worth more than 18% of them ($239,449 against a typical $289,656), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($152 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,580 ft² against a typical 1,459 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (2,201 ft² against a typical 4,182 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1922 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Lehigh County, it is worth more than 18% 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 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 638 8th Ave, Bethlehem, PA was $3,606. The county assessed it at $122,600.

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