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Brick Mixed-Use Building
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$599,900

431 W Union Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18018

ResidentialIncome, Bethlehem City, PA

Property Size4,082 SF
Lot Size0.29 Acres
Price / SF$146.96
Days on Market251

Property Features for 431 W Union Boulevard

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning Rt-Residential
Parking 12
Subdivision Not in Development
Elementary school district Bethlehem
Middle school district Bethlehem
High school district Bethlehem
Directions Corner of Union Blvd and 4th Ave
Standard status Active
APN 642739721641 001
Size 4,082 SF
Lot size 0.29 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 7623

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas
Cooling system Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1910
Number of units 5
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: Century 21 Ramos Realty · Century 21 Real Estate
Listed By: Anthony Ramos · License #AB068035
Added: Jan 2 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Sep 10 at 9:06AM
MLS# 769868

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 431 W Union Boulevard in Bethlehem City, this 4,082-square-foot mixed-use property is an under-construction redevelopment opportunity within an existing 1910 brick building. The main level provides a broad open area, while the second floor contains multiple rooms and bathrooms. A rear parking area, detached storage building, garage, and sizable side lot are also part of the property.

The 0.286-acre site is zoned Rt-Residential and served by public water and public sewer. Natural gas heating is installed, with cooling provided by central air and wall units. The detached accessory improvements include water and electric service, adding functional support to the building and site configuration.

Key Highlights

  • 4,082‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on a 0.286‑acre site
  • 1910 brick construction with the property currently under construction
  • Main level includes a large open area for commercial use

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$42,019
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
7.00%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$840,380 $840.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$600,271 $600.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$466,878 $466.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,082 SF Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent. EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs. OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements. NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$73.5K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$6.2K −$1.53/SF
EGI
$67.2K $16.47/SF
− OpEx
−$25.2K −$6.18/SF
NOI
$42.0K $10.29/SF
Area
Lehigh County, PA
Vacancy
8.50%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$840,380
Cap Rate 7%
$600,271
Cap Rate 9%
$466,878

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$600.3K
$525.2K – $700.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,019 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.00%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$340.7K
$298.1K – $397.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,846 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.97%
Theoretical Best
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Mixed-use properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Pharmacy (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service Locksmith Travel Agency

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,674
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 18018, PA

32,388
Population
14,669
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
37%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
5.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,228
Density / Sq Mi
$71,968
Median Household Income
$43,471
Median Earnings
$1,261
Median Rent
$224,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Under-construction property with commercial space, upper-level rooms, parking, and accessory storage improvements.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 431 W Union Boulevard Bethlehem, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $599,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4,082‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on a 0.286‑acre site; 1910 brick construction with the property currently under construction; Main level includes a large open area for commercial use
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