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North Catasauqua

North Catasauqua

Suburban Neighborhood in Northampton, Pennsylvania

Northampton County 18032, 18067

$326,690 Average Value
$175 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Small borough with a golf course and many community events

North Catasauqua, also known by its nickname North Catty, straddles the line of a rural and urban area. Located between Allentown and Bethlehem to the south and east respectively, North Catty has a 9 course golf course, and a small town charm more reminiscent of a rural town. “We’re a little less than one square mile, but we are definitely our own community,” says Peter Paone, who has been the president of the town council since 2015. “We try to focus on community activities to provide a high quality of life.” North Catty’s Community Day gives opportunities for civic organizations to come and explain what they do, while the Betterment Committee has an annual carnival spread out over four days. “We’re primarily a bedroom community,” says Paone. “A lot of people will live in North Catty and then work elsewhere.”

Jump on a ride with your friend at the yearly North Catasauqua Carnival.
Jump on a ride with your friend at the yearly North Catasauqua Carnival.
Willowbrook Golf Course is a quiet escape on the east side of North Catasauqua.
Willowbrook Golf Course is a quiet escape on the east side of North Catasauqua.
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New Traditional and 1900 homes within one town

The size of North Catty may be small, but the range of housing is large. There are some older homes built around 1900, located closer to the Lehigh River, however, these turn-of-the-century homes do not define the neighborhood as a whole, as homes built over the years fill the area. While not as common, there are some roads where doubles line the roads. Street parking is also more common along these roads, but most homes have a two-car garage, generally attached. The most common housing styles include Colonial Revival and American Foursquare, with scatterings of ranch, bungalow, Cape Cod and bi-levels throughout. These homes can sell between $250,000 and reach around $327,000. While homes aren’t sharing walls, they do sit on smaller lot sizes, usually sitting closer to the curb to allow for more backyard space. Homes closer to the Willow Brook Golf Course tend to be New Traditional styles, often ranch or Colonial Revival inspired, and sit on larger plots of land. These homes tend to start around $350,000 and reach $710,000. While rare, there are a few homeowners’ associations with monthly fees ranging between $23 and $97.

Neighborhoods of new traditional homes are being built along the east side of North Catasauqua.
Neighborhoods of new traditional homes are being built along the east side of North Catasauqua.
American Foursquare homes provide unique architectural style in North Catasauqua.
American Foursquare homes provide unique architectural style in North Catasauqua.
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A hometown pub and nearby groceries

At the corner of Howertown Road and Grove Street and separated from the park by a single road, the Grove Street Pub and Grill sells cheesesteaks and burgers alongside cocktails and beer. Some nights, live music fills the place, while during the warmer months, a patio opens to patrons. About two miles to the south, a GIANT grocery store shares the commercial space with a Walmart Supercenter, T.J. Maxx and others.

North Catasauqua locals have several choices of places to shop including at Produce Junction.
North Catasauqua locals have several choices of places to shop including at Produce Junction.
The Grove Street Pub is located right in the middle of North Catasauqua.
The Grove Street Pub is located right in the middle of North Catasauqua.
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Family-friendly events at the Memorial Park

Community Day, normally held in June, includes family-friendly activities with face painting, a magic show and more. The William J. Albert Memorial Park has three concerts over the summer, as well as a Family Night on August 7th. The North Catty Carnival takes place from June 12th to June 15th and includes concerts throughout the event. Other events include a Halloween Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting.

Kids enjoy the games at the North Catasauqua Carnival.
Kids enjoy the games at the North Catasauqua Carnival.
Panoramic views of the neighborhood await on the ferris wheel at the North Catasauqua Carnival
Panoramic views of the neighborhood await on the ferris wheel at the North Catasauqua Carnival
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Catasauqua school district with opportunities for technical classes

Children in North Catasauqua begin at Francis H. Sheckler Elementary, which receives a B-minus from Niche, for kindergarten through fourth grade. Children then attend the C-plus-rated Catasauqua Middle for fifth through eighth grade. At Catasauqua Senior High, which receives a B-minus from Niche, students can take college prep classes like Advanced Placement and honors classes. Catasauqua Senior High also partners with Lehigh Career and Technical Institute to allow students to take trade or technical classes.

Students in Catasauqua attend Francis H Sheckler Elementary School.
Students in Catasauqua attend Francis H Sheckler Elementary School.
Students in grades 9-12 attend Catasauqua Senior High School.
Students in grades 9-12 attend Catasauqua Senior High School.
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Snack stand at the park and miles of renovated trails

“Our centerpiece is the William J. Albert Memorial Park,” says Paone. “It’s home to a wide number of recreational leagues, and our recreation committee runs a little snack stand in the park during the summer.” With room for a baseball diamond, basketball and volleyball court, the park also has age-appropriate playgrounds for children to run through, including a Tot Lot for younger children. “Another big thing for us is the D&L Trail,” says Paone. “We’ve done a lot to make sure we have a good trail system.” The D&L Trail crosses 1.5 miles through North Catty but stretches for more than 165 miles following the Lehigh River and Delaware River. The North Catty section was renovated in 2022, creating a new pedestrian bridge and making the trail accessible.

Bikers exercise along the D&L Trail.
Bikers exercise along the D&L Trail.
The snack stand at North Catasauqua Park serves cool treats to the community.
The snack stand at North Catasauqua Park serves cool treats to the community.
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Local highways and one bus line

U.S. Route 145, also known as MacArthur Road, is about 1 mile southwest from the neighborhood. This state highway runs from Palmerton further north through Allentown to end just south of the city. The Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority has one bus that follows 4th Street down the approximate middle of North Catty. The bus makes its way from Northampton to the north, through Allentown before ending in Bethlehem to the east.

Highway 22 offers easy commuting for North Catasauqua residents.
Highway 22 offers easy commuting for North Catasauqua residents.
LANTA busses provide convenient transportation in North Catasauqua.
LANTA busses provide convenient transportation in North Catasauqua.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Lehigh Valley International

11 min drive

Bus

4th & Chapel Eb

Bus

4th & Buttonwood Eb

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4th & Arch Eb

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4th & Grove Sb

Bus

4th & Cypress Eb

Bus

Main & Green Sb

Bus

Main & 1st Sb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Catasauqua US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$390,000
Median Single Family Price
$390,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$378,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,347
Median Year Built
1967
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,757
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,028
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,696
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,624
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,730

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.8%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

41 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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