Freemansburg, PA Houses for Sale

Freemansburg is a residential borough with sidewalk-lined streets, community green spaces, and local businesses along the Lehigh River. The neighborhood features single-family homes and townhomes, including ranch-style, Colonial Revival, and Cape Cod-style homes, mostly built around the mid-1900s. Many homes have red brick exteriors and attached or detached garages. Freemansburg is undergoing community projects, including a community amphitheater and a community center in Gerald C. Yob Community Park. The borough is about 8 miles from Interstate 78, providing access to major thoroughfares, and is approximately 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 80 miles west of New York. Local bus service is available through the Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority, and the Lehigh Valley International Airport is about 6 miles northeast. Main Street, running parallel to the Lehigh River, is set for revitalization with widened roadways, brick crosswalks, and string lighting. Dining options include Cherry’s Caribbean Place, Portugalia BBQ, and Freemansburg Diner. For groceries, residents can visit the Stefko Shopping Center. Gerald C. Yob Community Park offers a playground and is near the Freemansburg Bethlehem Township Athletic Association’s ballfields. The D&L Trail, accessible from the Freemansburg Trailhead, spans over 3 miles and provides scenic views of the historic Bethlehem Steel site. The trail is also a popular fishing spot, with the canal stocked with trout annually. Historical sites include Lock No. 44, the last original lock tender's house along the canal. Entertainment options include Steel City Bowl and Brews, a trendy bowling alley with arcade games. Freemansburg hosts community events like the annual Summer Carnival and Fall Fest.