28 W North St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Property Description

**NORTHSIDE BETHLEHEM – WALK TO MAIN STREET | 3-CAR GARAGE | 4 BEDROOMS | DETACHED STUDIO | RENOVATED COLONIAL** Circa-1900 Pennsylvania Colonial residence located approximately two blocks from Main Street in Northside Bethlehem, just outside the designated Historic District. This painted-brick home features Victorian architectural influences, an arched front entryway, traditional shutters, and a dormered roofline. The property includes approximately 2,286 square feet of living space, four finished bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a detached studio, a three-car garage, additional off-street parking, and a landscaped backyard. **LOCATION AND NEARBY AMENITIES** Located approximately a five-minute walk from downtown Bethlehem's Main Street, with access to restaurants, retail shops, Hotel Bethlehem, and local entertainment venues. Additional nearby destinations include Musikfest event locations, the Lehigh River, regional walking and cycling trails, SteelStacks, ArtsQuest, Southside Bethlehem, and Lehigh University. **GARAGE, DETACHED STUDIO AND OUTDOOR AREAS** The property includes a detached three-car garage with rear-street access, additional off-street parking, and a finished detached studio suitable for a variety of permitted uses. The backyard includes a paved barbecue and dining area, raised deck, landscaped garden beds, vegetable planting areas, established grapevine, lawn, paved pathways, fencing, and a garden shed. The detached studio and garage provide additional space for storage, hobbies, workspace, and other uses permitted under applicable regulations. **RENOVATIONS AND PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS** Renovation and maintenance work completed over approximately five years includes: - Renovated kitchen with island and updated appliances - Finished fourth bedroom/loft with polished timber flooring - Updated second-floor bedrooms, carpeting, and interior finishes - French doors installed in the main living room - Exterior painting and gutter repairs - Replacement roofing on the garage and Florida room - Concrete walkways and outdoor paving improvements - Landscaping, fencing, and garden improvements - Renovated basement stairway and interior repairs - Newer water heater and double-pane windows Additional property features include 200-amp electrical service with power extending to the garage and studio, Verizon Fios fiber internet availability, ceiling fans, and hydronic heating with electronic controls. **CITY-APPROVED MAJOR HOME OCCUPATION** In November 2024, the City of Bethlehem granted Major Home Occupation approval for the property. The approval permits qualifying home-based business activities, including provision for one full-time employee, subject to the conditions of the approval and applicable municipal requirements. Documentation relating to the approval is available for review. **PROPERTY SUMMARY** Four-bedroom Pennsylvania Colonial residence with approximately 2,286 square feet, 1.5 bathrooms, a detached three-car garage, finished detached studio, off-street parking, landscaped outdoor areas, and documented renovations. Located in Northside Bethlehem approximately two blocks from Main Street, with access to downtown amenities and nearby recreational facilities.