Off Market2997d on marketHistoric · 176 yrs
3709-3729 Orchid Pl
Emmaus, PA, 18049 • 18049 • Lehigh County
$697,200
$461/sqft
3Beds
1.5Baths
1,512Sqft
5 acLot
1850Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1850 · 176 years of history
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
2997 days on market
Established listing
$461/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Multi Family · Built 1850 · Historic
This historical property offers 2 homes on a private lane, is surrounded by conservancy land, and has ownership rights to riverside frontage on both banks of the prized Little Lehigh River. It feels like country, yet is within minutes of Emmaus. There are 2 residences on the property. The 3 bedroom main house was built over the span of 3 centuries: c. 1760, 1850, 1920. Some key historical details remain- like the 1920 greenhouse which led the farm to become one of the largest producers of Orchids in the United States. The addition facing the river includes a family room with a wood stove and the second floor boast a beautiful custom master bath and dressing room. The detached guest house is a cozy 3 bedroom hideaway facing the river. This c.1920's home features hardwood floors and stone fireplace. Situated on almost 5 acres, the grounds boast a large barn and a 5 car garage. Fresh paint throughout. Whole house propane Generac generator so you are never without power. Main house kitchen needs attention. Property is on a PRIVATE lane drive bye's are NOT welcome. Homes shown by appointment only!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,311/month
Principal & Interest$3,381
Property Tax$697
Insurance$232
Down payment20% ($139,440)
3%50%
Est. 6.10% rate · 30yr fixed · $557,760 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeMultiFamily
Year Built1850
HeatingBaseboard
ParkingGarage - Attached, Garage - Detached, None
Property
Home typeMulti Family
Year built1850
Systems
HeatingBaseboard
Constructionspecial
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage - Attached, Garage - Detached, None
Lot4.99 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood18049
Annual tax$8,929
Parcel5484977909811
Features & details
4 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Baseboard
Exterior Features
Exterior
Stucco
Brick
Parking
Garage - Attached
Garage - Detached
None
Construction
special
Room details
1 room detailed
Family Room
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusOff Market
Days on market2997
Est. value$697,200
Est. rent$1,890/mo
Tax rate1.35%
Price/sqft$461
Last sold$408,520
Tour days6
Views160
How are the schools in Emmaus?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Emmaus, PA, 18049
Price history
1 event
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 24, 2018Sold$408,520$270Public Record
Sold$408,520
Jan 24, 2018•$270/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$8,929$338,600
Apr 10, 2024$8,363$338,600
Apr 10, 2023$8,196$338,600
Apr 10, 2022$8,196$338,600
Apr 10, 2021$7,832$338,600
Apr 10, 2020$7,758$338,600
Apr 10, 2019$75$338,600
Apr 10, 2018$75$338,600
Apr 10, 2017—$338,600
Apr 10, 2016—$338,600
Apr 10, 2015—$338,600
Apr 10, 2014—$338,600
Apr 10, 2012—$137,250
Apr 10, 2011—$137,250
Apr 10, 2010—$137,250
Apr 10, 2009—$137,250
Apr 10, 2008—$137,250
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Local context around this listing
Emmaus, PA • Lehigh County
Nearby cities
AllentownBethlehemBreinigsvilleCatasauquaCoopersburgEmmausMacungieSchnecksville
Nearby zip codes
180491809818099
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