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Limited Commercial Development Site
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$1,375,000

968 Hellertown Road, Bethlehem, PA 18015

SINGLE_FAMILY - Bethlehem City, PA

Property Size2,589 SF
Lot Size0.88 Acres
Price / SF$531.09
Days on Market153

Property Features for 968 Hellertown Road

General Information

Property type Residential
Property subtype Retail
Zoning CL
Parking features Parking Lot, Off Street
Elementary school district Bethlehem
Middle school district Bethlehem
High school district Bethlehem
Directions Follow US-22 E and PA-378 S to 2nd St Ramp in Bethlehem. Take W 3rd St, Daly Ave, E 4th St/Fourth St, and Hellertown Rd to your destination
Subdivision Bethlehem-South
Standard status Active
APN P7 19 2B-2 0204
Size 2,589 SF
Lot size 0.88 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 9127

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1999
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Allentown · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Ayon A. Codner · License #RS324477
Added: Mar 6 Changed: Jul 7 Last Checked: Aug 6 at 1:06PM
MLS# 772761

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This limited commercial site offers approximately 0.88 acres of development land zoned CL (Limited Commercial). The property includes an existing structure currently being used as a restaurant, totaling approximately 2,589 square feet.

The site is located on heavily traveled Route 412 (Hellertown Road) and is close to Route 78, Lehigh University, and Wind Creek Casino. The seller notes that the tax record is incorrect and reflects LI zoning; the correct zoning is CL.

Zoning CL supports a range of uses listed in the remarks, including multi-family dwellings, bakeries, retail spaces, dog daycare services, financial institutions with drive-throughs, personal services such as nail salons and dog grooming, and dry cleaning, among others.

Key Highlights

  • High‑traffic location on Route 412 (Hellertown Road) near Route 78, Lehigh University, and Wind Creek Casino.
  • Zoned CL (Limited Commercial) allowing for diverse uses such as multi‑family dwellings, retail, and personal services.
  • Significant land development opportunity with a lot size of approximately 38,333 square feet (0.88 acres).

Property Analytics

Current Use

Puffins Café Cafe & Coffee Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Restaurant Auto Repair Shop Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

172
Businesses Nearby
95k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 78% Dining 22%
Wawa Shops & Services
59,887 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Wendy's Dining
20,591 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Turkey Hill Minit Market Shops & Services
14,087 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 18015, PA

33,286
Population
12,867
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
31%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
23.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,435
Density / Sq Mi
$58,470
Median Household Income
$32,703
Median Earnings
$1,310
Median Rent
$243,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Approximately 0.88-acre lot zoned CL with an existing restaurant structure near Route 78.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 968 Hellertown Road Bethlehem, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,375,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑traffic location on Route 412 (Hellertown Road) near Route 78, Lehigh University, and Wind Creek Casino.; Zoned CL (Limited Commercial) allowing for diverse uses such as multi‑family dwellings, retail, and personal services.; Significant land development opportunity with a lot size of approximately 38,333 square feet (0.88 acres).
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