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560 Forest Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071 (MLS# PM-140625)

560 Forest Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071

New Listing
$475,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,100 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 43,560 Status: Active
Current Price: $475,000 List Date: 4/23/2026 Last Modified: 4/23/2026

Overview

Description

Contemporary home located in the highly desirable Little Gap Estates community, just minutes from Blue Mountain Resort. Situated on a private 1-acre wooded corner lot, this very unique property offers approximately 2,300 above grade square feet of living space and is well-suited for a primary residence, vacation home, or potential investment opportunity. The main level features a dramatic two-story great room with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace that serves as the focal point of the space. Adjacent to the great room is a separate family room enhanced by skylights, providing additional living space and a bright, open feel. The layout flows into the dining area and kitchen, creating a functional setup for both everyday living and entertaining. The second floor offers a primary bedroom suite complete with cathedral ceilings, creating a spacious and inviting retreat. In total, the home features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, offering flexibility for a ...

Listing Details MLS# PM-140625

General Property Information

Rooms Total
16
Bedrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Full
3
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
2300
Below Grade Finished Area
752
Living Area
3052
Living Area Source
Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area
48
Building Area Total
3100
Building Area Source
Public Records
Stories
2
Year Built
1985
Year Built Source
Public Records
Fireplace YN
Yes
Pool Private YN
No
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Carport YN
No
Open Parking YN
Yes
Open Parking Spaces
6
Lot Size Acres
Yes
Water Body Access YN
No
Association YN
No
List Price/SqFt
153.23
Above Grade Unfinished Area
0

Property Features

Special Listing Conditions: Standard Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan Possession: Close Of Escrow Structure Type: House Current Use: Residential Architectural Style: Contemporary Interior Features: High Ceilings Fireplace Features: Basement; Family Room; Living Room; Free Standing; Wood Burning; Brick Laundry Features: In Basement Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood; Tile Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter Roof: Asbestos Shingle; Shingle Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air; Heat Pump Appliances: Electric Range; Refrigerator; Dishwasher; Microwave; Washer; Dryer Water Source: Well Sewer: On Site Septic Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Deck Parking Features: Garage Faces Rear; Off Street; Driveway Lot Features: Corner Lot; Wooded Road Surface Type: Paved Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Room Types: Living Room; Kitchen; Primary Bedroom; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Primary Bathroom; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Family Room; Office; Foyer Area; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date
2026-04-23
Listing Service
Full Service

Location Tax and Legal

County
Carbon
Street Number
560
Street Name
Forest
Street Suffix
Drive
City (Post Office)
Palmerton
State
PA
Postal Code
18071
Subdivision Name
Little Gap Estates

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Contemporary home located in the highly desirable Little Gap Estates community, just minutes from Blue Mountain Resort. Situated on a private 1-acre wooded corner lot, this very unique property offers approximately 2,300 above grade square feet of living space and is well-suited for a primary residence, vacation home, or potential investment opportunity. The main level features a dramatic two-story great room with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace that serves as the focal point of the space. Adjacent to the great room is a separate family room enhanced by skylights, providing additional living space and a bright, open feel. The layout flows into the dining area and kitchen, creating a functional setup for both everyday living and entertaining. The second floor offers a primary bedroom suite complete with cathedral ceilings, creating a spacious and inviting retreat. In total, the home features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The lower level adds significant additional living space, including a second family room featuring a wood stove and glass doors leading to the exterior, creating a warm and inviting space with direct outdoor access. An additional bedroom with a private full bathroom is also located on this level, ideal for guests or extended stay living. Outdoor features include a large wraparound deck, lower patio, and a peaceful wooded setting that offers both privacy and a true Pocono-style atmosphere. Located just minutes from Blue Mountain Resort for year-round recreation including skiing, hiking, and outdoor activities. Conveniently positioned near Route 248, Route 209, and the PA Turnpike Northeast Extension (I-476), offering easy access to the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. This property presents a great opportunity for a full-time residence, second home, or potential short-term rental (buyer to verify township regulations).

Room Types

Living Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Second
Bedroom 2 Level
Second
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 4 Level
Basement
Primary Bathroom Level
Second
Bathroom 2 Level
Main
Bathroom 3 Level
Basement
Family Room Level
Main
Office Level
Main
Foyer Area Level
Main
Other Level
Second
Living Room
Yes
Bathroom 2
Yes
Bathroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 4
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Foyer Area
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Office
Yes
Other
Yes
Primary Bathroom
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes

More Information

Location, Tax, and Legal

Parcel Number
7B-32-A98
Municipality
Lower Towamensing Township
High School District
Palmerton Area
Tax Subdivision Name
Little Gap Estates
County Tax Amount
1299.24
Municipal Tax Amount
185.61
School Tax Amount
4893.66
Tax Annual Amount
6378.51
Tax Assessed Value
74242
Tax Year
2026
Tax Map Number
7B-32-A98
Tax Book Number
1840
Tax Page Number
987
Deed Recording Date
2010-05-11
Zoning Description
Residential

Currently Not Used

Furnished
Unfurnished

Special Listing Conditions

Standard
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes
USDA Loan
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Structure Type

House
Yes

Current Use

Residential
Yes

Architectural Style

Contemporary
Yes

Interior Features

High Ceilings
Yes

Fireplace Features

Basement
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Free Standing
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes
Brick
Yes

Laundry Features

In Basement
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes

Construction Materials

Vinyl Siding
Yes

Foundation Details

Concrete Perimeter
Yes

Roof

Asbestos Shingle
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes
Heat Pump
Yes

Appliances

Electric Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Washer
Yes
Dryer
Yes

Water Source

Well
Yes

Sewer

On Site Septic
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Patio
Yes
Deck
Yes

Parking Features

Garage Faces Rear
Yes
Off Street
Yes
Driveway
Yes

Lot Features

Corner Lot
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Road Surface Type

Paved
Yes

Road Responsibility

Public Maintained Road
Yes

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Foyer Area Main 9.00 6.00
Living Room Main 19.00 15.00
Kitchen Main 22.00 12.00
Family Room Main 19.00 14.00
Bathroom 2 Main 8.00 3.00
Office Main 10.00 8.00
Primary Bedroom Second 18.00 14.00
Primary Bathroom Second 14.00 5.00
Bedroom 2 Second 20.00 11.00
Other Second 11.00 9.00 Loft
Bedroom 3 Second 13.00 12.00
Other Second 12.00 3.00 Loft
Bathroom 2 Second 9.00 9.00
Family Room Basement 19.00 15.00
Bedroom 4 Basement 13.00 13.00
Bathroom 3 Basement 13.00 5.00
Listing Office: Keller Williams Real Estate - Palmerton
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Last Updated: April - 23 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.