1444 Hottle Ave House

Arguably, the most beautiful 100-year-old restored townhome, located in the heart of North Bethlehem, is full of amenities! Which of these amenities are your favorite? Heated tile floor! LED mirror! Under cabinet lighting! Wine/Beverage cooler!... Breakfast bar! Induction cooktop! Ring doorbells! Keyless entry! Low carbon footprint HVAC or natural gas, you decide! You won't find these amenities anywhere else! This extraordinary house has exquisite living spaces that feels like HOME! Are you ready to learn more?

Shafer Investments' sister company, the award-winning Shafer Construction, renovated this property from top to bottom, inside and out, using the highest-quality finishes and modern luxuries to make living here easy and enjoyable.

Welcome to your very own sanctuary in the heart of Bethlehem!

-The home has a designer kitchen with new stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator with ice maker and water dispenser, induction top stove/oven with air fryer, garbage disposal, beverage refrigerator, and microwave), granite countertops, a tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and modern cabinetry with a tuxedo look.
-The designer bathroom features a granite countertop, heated tile flooring, a backlit mirror, a new sink, vanity, toilet, tub, and tile surround, along with custom shower doors.
-Enjoy split-system air conditioning with a unit on the first floor and units in all bedrooms. All units have remote hand-held thermostats.
-An energy-efficient gas furnace and an electric hot water tank.
-Luxury vinyl flooring throughout the home with carpeting on the stairs
-Window blinds on all windows
-LED lighting throughout the home with dimmers
-USB charging outlets
-Freshly painted
The washing machine and clothes dryer, both with a steam feature, are conveniently located on the first floor.
-Basement storage if needed.
-Keyless entry on the front and back doors with an outdoor lock box for emergencies
-Ring doorbells on both the front and back doors
-A mail slot on the front door keeps mail private and secure.
-Two outdoor water spigots
-The house has a new roof and energy-efficient windows.
-Enjoy a partnership with a local cleaning service.

RESIDENT BENEFITS:
-Online and auto-pay are available avoid late fees.
-Rent Ready: Residents build their credit score with a subscription service that reports on-time payments. Rent Ready is an optional subscription paid by resident.
-Gravy is a free service that allows residents to redeem points toward a future home purchase.

FLOOR PLANS:
The first floor features an open floor plan, complete with a kitchen, great room, half bathroom, and laundry center.

The second floor features three bedrooms, two of which have closets, a linen closet, and a primary bathroom.

The basement has a gas furnace, water heater, and storage space.

Shafer Investment's properties have open floor plans, are immaculate and safe, and have exceptional, livable interiors.

IN THE CENTER OF IT ALL:
While living in Shafer Investment properties, residents can take advantage of the downtown historic district, South Side, restaurants, schools, and all points of interest in the Lehigh Valley.

Shafer Investment properties put you where you want to be, with a possible carless commute, and everything you want to experience is just outside your door.

This centrally located property is minutes from all major arteries, including Routes 378, 22, and 78. It's also close to hiking trails, ski resorts, colleges, and universities; schools and Bethlehem's best attractions are all within easy reach.

The experiences are endless! Where will you go today?

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?
Below is the information you need to know:

Identification and Income:
-All applicants must have current photo identification and a valid Social Security number.
-The applicant's monthly income must be at least 2.5 times the rent and come from a verifiable source.
-The landlord only considers applicants with verifiable income.

Background Checks:  
-All applicants and residents aged 18 and older must undergo a background check.
-The applicant's background must exhibit a pattern of responsibility.
-There is a $50 application fee per person.
-Applicants must not have any evictions, unpaid judgments from previous landlords, or other civil suits.
-Applicants must receive positive references from all landlords and references for the last five years.

Leasing Details:
-Be open and honest about your past before applying, along with a non-refundable application fee.
-After conditional approval, the landlord requires a one-month security deposit payment to remove the property from syndicated sites and payment of the first month's rent before signing the lease.
-Residents pay for water, trash, gas (if applicable), and electricity. If desired, they are responsible for phone, internet, TV, etc.
-Residents must have renters' insurance for the entire duration of the lease.
-Smoking (including tobacco, marijuana, vaping, or any other forms of smoking) is prohibited anywhere on the property, including the house, porches, and grounds. All applicants MUST be non-smokers.
-The property is unfurnished.
Residents cannot use the house for business purposes or sublease it. 
-The landlord signs yearly leases.
-Each applicant must register on regardless of whether they have a pet.  

Pets and Animals
-Each applicant must create, complete, and share a profile on before the landlord will consider their application.
-There is a $300.00 non-refundable animal fee per animal.
-Monthly animal fees are $50.00 per animal, if applicable.
-Visit our Animal Policy page for more information.

If the applicant fails to meet any of the above requirements, compensating factors such as an additional security deposit or co-signer (guarantor) may be required for qualification at the landlord's discretion.  

If there are multiple applicants, the landlord will grant the tenancy on a first-come, first-served basis to the most qualified applicant.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
-Rather than calling, send an email to .
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This property has three bedrooms, a full bath, a half bath, a laundry center, and off-street parking for two vehicles. Upon entering the home, you will see the beautiful open-concept first floor with a staircase and kitchen. Read More