CHALET in EFFORT, PA – Located in Birch Hollow Estates in the Pocono Mountains, this cozy year-round home is ideally situated on a flat, wooded lot with all the privacy and charm of a mountain retreat with front and rear decks and a small second floor balcony. The horseshoe driveway in front of the house is inviting and can provide extra parking when entertaining. The driveway aside of the property can handle an additional 6-8 cars. The house features an open-concept first floor. Enjoy the gas fireplace in the living room on those chilly days of winter. The kitchen has natural wood cabinets and tile floor. The owners converted the pantry closet with paneled bifold doors to conceal a washer/dryer. A bedroom and full bath completes this floor. The second floor has 2 nice size bedrooms, one with an open balcony, and a powder room. Plenty of additional storage space can be found under the eaves.
A new septic system was installed in the front of the house in 2020, and a new roof was replaced on the shed this spring. A private 100-yard path was created through the woods in the backyard that conveniently leads to the community center, where you can enjoy pickleball, tennis, basketball, swimming, and other social amenities. HOA fee is only $350 per year. You don’t even need to get into your car to reach the center. Property is within 30 mins of Blue Mt skiing resorts, Big Boulder, & Crossings outlets. Refrigerator, washer, dryer remain.
Sold for $264,500 on 05/12/25
$264,500
971 Lakeside Dr, Effort, PA 18330
3beds
1,184sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1 Acres Lot
$271,700 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$2,183 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,700
$223,000 - $331,000
$2,183/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 12, 2025 at 11:19am
Listed by:
Deborah Campanella 610-657-1628,
Keller Williams Northampton,
Jay A. Young 610-762-3483,
Keller Williams Northampton
Bought with:
nonmember
NON MBR Office
Source: GLVR,MLS#: 754497
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: New wood doors, wall-to-wall
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.30 x 10.00
Bedroom
- Description: Sliding glass drs to balcony, w/w, closet, crawl space storage
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Bedroom
- Description: Wall-to-wall, 1 closet, storage in crawl space
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 13.00
Other
- Description: New toilet, linen closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 7.00
Half bath
- Description: Between 2 bedrooms at top of stairs
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 3.60 x 3.60
Kitchen
- Description: Oak cabinets,s/s sink, tile floor
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.60 x 10.60
Living room
- Description: LR/DR combination, wall-to-wall, fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 22.50
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,184 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,184
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: No Garage, Off Street, Parking Pad
- Garage spaces: 8
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Porch, Shed, Propane Tank - Leased
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Flat
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 02632004535564
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL / LOW DENSITY
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet/Alpine
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Effort
- Subdivision: Birch Hollow Estates
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $350 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2025 | Sold | $264,500-1.5%$223/sqft |
Source:  GLVR #754497 | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Pending sale | $268,500$227/sqft |
Source: GLVR #754497 | ||
| 3/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $268,500+93.2%$227/sqft |
Source: GLVR #754497 | ||
| 10/15/2020 | Sold | $139,000$117/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 7/13/2020 | Sold | $139,000-5.4%$117/sqft |
Source: GLVR #637405 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,027 +5.5% | $90,330 |
| 2024 | $2,869 +4.1% | $90,330 |
| 2023 | $2,757 +2.8% | $90,330 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18330
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Pleasant Valley Intrmd SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 4.3 mi
- 4/10Pleasant Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.4 mi
- 5/10Pleasant Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Pleasant Valley
Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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