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Space, character, and opportunity come together at 720 Cherokee Street! This substantial brick twin in South Bethlehem offers approximately 2,352 square feet with three bedrooms (plus finished attic) and a flexible layout spanning three levels. A covered front porch welcomes you inside, where generous living and dining rooms feature rich wood trim, pocket doors, and plenty of room to gather. Completely remodeled in 2022, the kitchen offers white cabinetry, wood countertops, a gas range, and open shelving. Additional improvements include bathroom and laundry room updates in 2022 and a gas water heater installed in 2023. Three second-floor bedrooms are complemented by a full bath and a separate office, while the third floor provides an additional room. A full basement, rear yard, and utility shed provide additional storage and outdoor space. With generous room sizes, classic details, and valuable updates already in place, this home is ready for your personal vision.
South Bethlehem, located between the Lehigh River and Fountain Hill, is a historic and arts-forward Bethlehem neighborhood with brick rowhomes and former industrial landmarks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along E 3rd Street near Polk Street, where galleries, coffee counters, small restaurants, and music-night marquees keep the sidewalks active. SteelStacks and the ArtsQuest Center set a cultural tempo inside the old Bethlehem Steel campus. The Banana Factory adds working studios and exhibitions in a converted industrial building. Side streets mix tight-grain blocks of porches and stoops with views toward the blast furnaces and the river. Pocket parks and the South Bethlehem Greenway stitch together walking and biking routes across the flats.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Dining area
Separate formal dining room
Full basement
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Linoleum
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Electric and gas heating
Radiator heating
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Porch
Shed
Home design
Two stories
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Asphalt, fiberglass, and slate roof
Utilities
200-amp-or-higher electrical service
Circuit breakers
Public sewer
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Spacious 4 bed/2 bath Twin in South Bethlehem is looking for a new buyer/investor to finish up incredible updates seller has already made. First floor features all new flooring, large living room, dining room, kitchen & potential full bath added by seller. Second floor boasts 3 huge bedrooms with ample built-in closets, office space & full bath. Finished attic serves as additional bedroom. Conveniently located near local routes, schools & shopping in Bethlehem. Perfect opportunity for any handyman or investor! Call for showing today!
TREND #6888970
Dec 15, 2016
Sold
$77,500
$33/sq ft
Nov 18, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 11, 2016
Listed
$75,000
$32/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003899127
Dec 16, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 15, 2016
Sold
$77,500
$33/sq ft
Nov 11, 2016
Listed
$75,000
$32/sq ft
+15
GLVRMLS #509538
Jan 15, 2016
Sold
$60,000
$26/sq ft
Dec 17, 2015
Pending
—
Dec 5, 2015
Listed
$61,500
$26/sq ft
GLVRMLS #205590
Oct 27, 2004
Sold
$82,500
$35/sq ft
Aug 29, 2004
Listed
$89,900
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 1996
Sold
$72,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,276 (+3.5%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2025
$3,165 (+2.0%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2024
$3,102 (+0.3%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2023
$3,094 (+0.8%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2022
$3,070 (+0.7%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2021
$3,049 (+1.0%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2020
$3,020 (+0.3%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2019
$3,010 (+2.5%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2018
$2,937 (+1.2%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2017
$2,901 (+4.2%)
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
2015
$2,783
$8,200 + $26,800
$35,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,352
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,352
Year built
1900
Style
Townhouse
County
Northampton County
APN
P6SW2D 2 6 0204
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
RT
High Density Residential District
To provide for higher density residential neighborhoods with a mix of housing types
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bethlehem, PA • 18015
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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38
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36
64
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68
80
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78
58
67
45
54
37
38
25
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 720 Cherokee St
$224,832
$168 under list price of $225K
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