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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Designer kitchen cabinetry
  • Granite counter tops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Vinyl plank flooring
  • Modern amenities
  • Full size washer & dryer

Location

1000 Birchwood Cir, Bethlehem, PA 18020, USA
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Management

Birchwood Commons- Halfpenny Management Co,

Leasing office

(610) 955-4634

Property Overview

Birchwood Commons earns a strong overall impression with a high Zumper rating, standout value, excellent amenities, and a convenient location. It features designer kitchen cabinetry, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl plank flooring, modern amenities, and a full-size washer and dryer, while 23 photos and nearby pet grooming and pet supply services add to its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Birchwood Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birchwood Commons has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Balcony
  • Images Available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR - Hem1 bed1 bath751 sqft$1,860 /mo1 unit available
1BR - Know1 bed1 bath788 sqft$1,860 /mo1 unit availableBirchwood Commons offers tastefully constructed apartments with updated features and modern amenities. Enjoy plush carpeted bedrooms and vinyl plank flooring, with granite counter tops, designer kitchen cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Each unit is equipped with a full size washer & dryer. Birchwood Commons is pet friendly community, please inquire regarding breed restrictions and fees.
2BR - Malv2 bed2 bath1,127 sqft$2,125 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Birchwood Commons

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Gym

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units68

About Birchwood Commons

HomeApartments in Bethlehem Birchwood Commons

Birchwood Commons offers tastefully constructed apartments with updated features and modern amenities. Enjoy plush carpeted bedrooms and vinyl plank flooring, with granite counter tops, designer kitchen cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Each unit is equipped with a full size washer & dryer. Birchwood Commons is pet friendly community, please inquire regarding breed restrictions and fees.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Birchwood Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birchwood Commons 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 Birchwood Commons
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.
Birchwood Commons 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·10A 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.
Birchwood Commons stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Birchwood Commons 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 Birchwood Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Birchwood Commons is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 Birchwood Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.0 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.5 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Bethlehem

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% higher than 1-bedrooms in Bethlehem.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Birchwood Commons to be 21% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bethlehem.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Bethlehem
A table of studio rental data trends in Bethlehem
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,584
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
January 2026$1,494
February 2026$1,323
March 2026$1,296
April 2026$1,356
May 2026$1,261
June 2026$1,321
July 2026$1,250
August 2026$1,292
September 2026$1,280
October 2026$1,233

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$74,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,860.
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Schools near Birchwood Commons

Miller Heights Elementary School

3605 allen st

bethlehem, PA, 18020

K-5Public
B+

Community Services for Children Head Start - Pre K Counts

673 northampton st

easton, PA, 18042

PKPublic

Pohatcong Township School

240 rte 519

phillipsburg, NJ, 8865

PK, K-8Public
C+

Alpha Borough School

817 north blvd

alpha, NJ, 8865

PK, K-8Public
C+

Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School

1227 w gordon st

allentown, PA, 18102

K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Bethlehem near 1000 Birchwood Cir

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1000 Birchwood Cir, Bethlehem

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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