$375,000
PENDING

171 Seem St Emmaus, PA 18049

Estimated payment $2,525/month

Total Views 321
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,749 Sq Ft
$214 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Emmaus High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Welcome to this delightful single detached Cape Cod home, perfectly situated in the picturesque and walkable Borough of Emmaus. This lovingly maintained two-bedroom home offers classic charm with modern updates, including a fully finished basement that adds generous living space and versatility. Step inside to discover a cozy yet spacious layout featuring a living room, a large kitchen, and two comfortable bedrooms on each of the first and second floors. Also, on the second floor is a large landing ideal for an office or family gaming space. Downstairs, you'll find a finished basement currently being used as a third bedroom—ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat, along with a family room, full bath, laundry room, and storage. Outside, enjoy a cute and manageable yard perfect for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. A detached garage provides ample space for parking, hobbies, or additional storage. With its inviting curb appeal, quiet location, and flexible living space, this home is a true gem. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize with charm, this property has something for everyone.

Listing Agent

Sarah Stauffer

Wesley Works Real Estate License #RM421364 Listed on: 06/20/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,664

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 8,815 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 41.00 x 215.00
  • Property is zoned R-M, Residential Medium Density

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Lower Macungie Middle School
  • Emmaus High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 011
  • Assessor Parcel Number 549458502714-00001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,664

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this delightful single detached Cape Cod home, perfectly situated in the picturesque and walkable Borough of Emmaus. This lovingly maintained two-bedroom home offers classic charm with modern updates, including a fully finished basement that adds generous living space and versatility. Step inside to discover a cozy yet spacious layout featuring a living room, a large kitchen, and two comfortable bedrooms on each of the first and second floors. Also, on the second floor is a large landing ideal for an office or family gaming space. Downstairs, you'll find a finished basement currently being used as a third bedroom—ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat, along with a family room, full bath, laundry room, and storage. Outside, enjoy a cute and manageable yard perfect for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. A detached garage provides ample space for parking, hobbies, or additional storage. With its inviting curb appeal, quiet location, and flexible living space, this home is a true gem. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize with charm, this property has something for everyone.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In, Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1749
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1749
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 300.72
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1247
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 502
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 502
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 171

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: EAST PENN
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN
  • Middle School: LOWER MACUNGIE
  • High School: EMMAUS
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397441
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN
  • High School: EMMAUS
  • Middle Or Junior School: LOWER MACUNGIE

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Dimensions: 41.00 x 215.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8815.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R-M
  • Zoning Description: Residential Medium Density

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3376.80
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5664.34
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 549458502714-00001
  • Tax Lot: 011
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EAST PENN

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,664 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2024 $5,188 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2023 $5,087 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2022 $4,920 $160,800 $127,200 $33,600
2021 $4,796 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2020 $4,755 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2019 $4,628 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2018 $4,454 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2017 $4,316 $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2016 -- $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2015 -- $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
2014 -- $160,800 $33,600 $127,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2025 06/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2025 06/20/25 For Sale $375,000 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $179,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer $49,585 --
Warranty Deed $129,000 --
Deed $115,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $131,300 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $180,000 New Conventional
Closed $174,462 FHA
Previous Owner $119,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALH2012404

Bright MLS

APN: 549458502714-1