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Highlights

  • Fitness center
  • Onsite laundry facility
  • Elevator building
  • Bike racks
  • Parking included
  • Historic downtown

Location

523 2nd Avenue, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018, United States
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Management

Regis Property Solutions LLC

Leasing office

(844) 311-7019 ext. 3242

Property Overview

523 2nd Ave features a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its appeal to renters through competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, including a fitness center, onsite laundry, and parking. The property excels in location with a rating of 9, ensuring easy access to popular attractions and transportation. Additionally, it stands out in value, ranking in the 77.78 percentile compared to similar properties, and offers transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 523 2nd Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 523 2nd Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

523 2nd Ave - 42 bed2 bath891 sqft$1,750 /mo2 Bed / 2 Bath Loft Apartment – Bethlehem Live in the beautifully restored Ezra D. Groman Bakeries building, where each apartment offers its own unique loft-style design and architectural character. This secure elevator building includes: -24/7 CCTV surveillance and ButterflyMX video intercom system -Monitored fire safety and sprinkler systems -On-site laundry facility, fitness center, and bike storage Rent includes: water, sewer, and waste removal. Parking: Included. Pets: Up to two cats permitted. Located just steps from Historic Downtown Bethlehem, close to locally owned shops, cafés, restaurants, and other walkable amenities. Walk Score: 83 — enjoy the best of downtown living with everyday convenience. Contact us today for more details or to schedule a tour.

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2 Bed / 2 Bath Loft Apartment – Bethlehem Live in the beautifully restored Ezra D. Groman Bakeries building, where each apartment offers its own unique loft-style design and architectural character. This secure elevator building includes: -24/7 CCTV surveillance and ButterflyMX video intercom system -Monitored fire safety and sprinkler systems -On-site laundry facility, fitness center, and bike storage Rent includes: water, sewer, and waste removal. Parking: Included. Pets: Up to two cats permitted. Located just steps from Historic Downtown Bethlehem, close to locally owned shops, cafés, restaurants, and other walkable amenities. Walk Score: 83 — enjoy the best of downtown living with everyday convenience. Contact us today for more details or to schedule a tour.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 523 2nd Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 523 2nd Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 523 2nd Ave
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
523 2nd Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 523 2nd Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
523 2nd Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 523 2nd Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
523 2nd Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 523 2nd Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Bethlehem

2-bedroom apartments at 523 2nd Ave cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bethlehem.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Bethlehem
A table of studio rental data trends in Bethlehem
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,395
January 2024$1,274
February 2024$1,477
March 2024$1,807
April 2024$1,930
May 2024$1,758
June 2024$1,730
July 2024$1,617
August 2024$1,667
September 2024$1,598
October 2024$1,477
November 2024$1,564
December 2024$1,725
January 2025$1,735
February 2025$1,598
March 2025$1,625
April 2025$1,548
May 2025$1,523
June 2025$1,547
July 2025$1,594
August 2025$1,353
September 2025$1,375
October 2025$1,673
November 2025$1,741
December 2025$1,588

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 523 2nd Ave

James Buchanan Elementary School

1621 catasauqua rd

bethlehem, PA, 18017

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Getting around Bethlehem near 523 2nd Avenue

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 523 2nd Avenue, Bethlehem

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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