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$263,000

1225 Russell

Fountain Hill, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,716
Square Feet
0.05
Lot Size (acres)
1917
Year Built
72
Days On Market

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom twin in Fountain Hill, conveniently located just minutes from Bethlehem, major hospitals, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Step inside from the covered front porch to a bright, comfortable main level featuring a front sitting room, living room, and spacious eat-in kitchen. All previously carpeted areas have been replaced with attractive vinyl plank flooring, giving the home a fresh, clean, and low-maintenance feel. Large windows bring in plenty of natural light throughout the first floor. Off the kitchen is a covered rear patio overlooking the large backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. The second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bathroom. The third floor features a large fourth bedroom plus additional unfinished storage space, providing plenty of flexibility. The home also includes a full unfinished basement, offering excellent additional space for storage, a workshop/workroom, hobby area, and more. Enjoy the comfort and efficiency of gas radiator heating, along with a newer roof and hot water heater, replacement windows, updated front and rear doors, and a replaced electrical panel. The location is another major highlight—close to Bethlehem and major area hospitals, with public transportation nearby and a neighborhood park just half a block away. With four bedrooms, generous living space, a full basement, backyard, and convenient location, this property offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant looking for a spacious home or an investor looking to add a strong rental property to their portfolio. Spacious, updated, conveniently located, and ready for its next owner—schedule your showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
21 days ago
Listed By
james J Reardon, 4848662495 · Steel City Realty, 4848959005
MLS#
PALH2016664
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1225 Russell, Fountain Hill, PA 18015
City
Fountain Hill
County
Lehigh
Neighborhood
NONE AVAILABLE
Zip Code
18015

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1
Year Built
1917
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,716 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block, Stone
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Cooling
None
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard

Property Features

Lot Size
0.05 Acres
View
Panoramic, City, Scenic
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,716 sq. ft.
Total
1,716 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$263,000
Annual Taxes
$4,143

Schools

75/100
Salisbury Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 1.8 mi
City
Allentown
Students
392
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
58% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
49%
Phone
(610) 791-2800
73/100
Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School
7th & Above · Grades KG–12 · 2.3 mi
City
Allentown
Students
973
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
82% Hispanic / Latino · 14% Black · 4% White
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(484) 860-3300
71/100
Fountain Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.3 mi
City
Bethlehem
Students
530
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
73% Hispanic / Latino · 14% Black · 12% White
Free/reduced lunch
83%
Phone
(610) 865-5881
58/100
William Penn Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2 mi
City
Bethlehem
Students
232
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
50% Hispanic / Latino · 29% White · 13% Black
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(610) 694-0116
57/100
Broughal Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Bethlehem
Students
530
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
69% Hispanic / Latino · 14% Black · 12% White
Free/reduced lunch
86%
Phone
(610) 866-5041
55/100
Arts Academy Charter School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Allentown
Students
296
Student–teacher
11.6
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 10 reviews
Student body
53% Hispanic / Latino · 21% Black · 18% White
Free/reduced lunch
93%
Phone
(610) 351-0234
55/100
Nitschmann Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.6 mi
City
Bethlehem
Students
744
Student body
55% White · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
46%
Phone
(610) 866-5781
53/100
Ritter Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.1 mi
City
Allentown
Students
426
Student body
69% Hispanic / Latino · 12% White · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(484) 765-5661

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/27/2026Listed for sale$263,000

Listed by james J Reardon · Steel City Realty · 4848959005

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 16, 2026 at 1:50 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PALH2016664

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