The population of the Slate Belt in Northampton County, Pennsylvania is expected to increase by 40 percent over the next 20 years. Ten municipalities in the Slate Belt have partnered together to enhance their growth.
The 10 municipalities are:
- Bangor
- East Bangor
- Roseto
- Pen Argyl
- Portland
- Wind Gap
- Washington Township
- Plainfield Township
- Lower Mount Bethel Township
- Upper Mount Bethel Township
Per Plan Slate Belt, which was published in late 2019, the Slate Belt's rapid growth is likely the result of proximity to the Lehigh Valley's overall growth. As construction and jobs expands up the Route 33 corridor, there will be a need for additional housing.
Theodore Roosevelt once said, "Every person who invests in well selected real estate in a growing section of a prosperous community adopts the surest method of becoming independent, for real estate is the basis of wealth." If you're looking to build equity over time, buying the right home in the Lehigh Valley - notably the Slate Belt - is a shrewd move.
Our latest listing at 4667 McDermott Road in Lower Mount Bethel Township is move-in ready and ready for you. Check out this amazing 3D Home Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=CjxALak4yAp&mls=1 . It's like you're actually in the home!
This Northwest-facing, well-maintained home positioned by a cul-de-sac has something for everyone. Create culinary delights in the fully-equipped modern kitchen with abundant maple cabinets and high-end appliances. Options abound for breaking bread in the formal dining room, center island breakfast bar, breakfast nook under a 20-foot ceiling, or on the 2-tier back deck. Host sprawling gatherings on that 2-tier deck and imagine family or guests roaming freely on the huge flat yard that surrounds the home. Sip your morning coffee on the deck while deer and rabbits scamper past. The commanding master bedroom both relaxes and romances you with the layout and elegant bathroom fixtures. Enjoy the energy savings with the heat pump plus the oil furnace installed in December 2019. The double skylights illuminate the welcoming foyer and grand staircase, with a bridge linking the bedrooms and overseeing the breakfast nook below. The huge paved driveway is perfect for your cars and even a boat and RV. The family room in the finished basement creates more magic moments.
This home underwent a major renovation in 2013 and has been meticulously maintained since then. The flooring, roof, and many other important features are only seven years old. The kitchen includes matching Frigidaire Gallery appliances, a double-bowl sink, and a view of the backyard so you can keep an eye on things. Organizing your kitchen is easy with so many drawers. Cleaning is simple with the hardwood floors.
Guests can enter the home by strolling along the artfully designed walkway while viewing the colorful landscaping. You can also enter through the mud-room door or via the back deck. The sprawling, flat yard is so easy to maintain. The wooded area of the lot provides privacy and an opportunity for exploration. Neighbors are within view of the front, yet you have lots of personal space, giving you the perfect blend of privacy and community.
Create works of art or work effectively in the den just off the breakfast nook. Take note of the many large windows throughout the home. Natural light creates a warm environment.
There are three zones for heating with the new oil furnace, giving you control of the temperature settings. The heat pump has one zone and provides energy savings.
The current owner uses Service Electric for Internet and DirecTV for television. The smoke detectors are wired and include battery backups. The water softener is included. The basement also includes a bonus room with many potential uses. This well-designed, sturdy home was built in a climate-controlled factory and set on a permanent foundation. Homes of this type appreciate in value through the years.
Lower Mount Bethel Township is part of the Slate Belt, which is projected to increase in population by 40 percent over the next 20 years. This home is situated not far from the border with New Jersey. Commute to the Lehigh Valley, New Jersey, or even New York City from here. Bangor Area Schools are desirable.
Contact us today for a showing. Only two buyers, with masks, may enter the home at a time per Pennsylvania regulations.
Plan Slate Belt can be viewed in detail at https://planslatebelt.org/. Our listing can be viewed at http://listings.greaterlehighvalleyrealtors.com/search/detail.cfm?MLSNUM=636736.
Tai and Amira DeSa of Keller Williams Real Estate used to live near this listing, so we are biased in favor of this great neighborhood! You can call us at 610-435-1800 (office) or at 484-626-1278 (cell), or send an email to taidesa@kw.com or amiradesa@kw.com. We love transforming lives through real estate while taking care of our infant twin girls. #diapersandrealestate lehighvalley.kw.com/
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