18016, Bethlehem, PA

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is a city of approximately 25,000 people located in the Lehigh Valley region. The city is home to the world's largest Christmas tree, which is displayed at the Bethlehem Mall each year. Bethlehem is also known for its annual Christmas parade and its famous Nativity scene.

The 18016 zip code covers much of Bethlehem's downtown area and includes many of the city's most popular attractions, including the Christkindlmarket, which features more than 100 stalls selling traditional German foods and crafts, as well as a children's area with rides and games. The 18016 zip code also includes many high-end residential neighborhoods, including Radnor Hills, which was ranked number one on Forbes' list of America's Best Places to Live in 2018.

Home prices in the 18016 zip code have been increasing rapidly over the past few years due to strong demand from both local residents and investors alike. As of September 2018, median home prices in the 18016 zip code were $269,000 – far above the national median home price of $217,500. In addition to strong demand from local residents and investors alike, factors contributing to increased home prices in this zip code include low unemployment rates (3% as of September 2018), a low rate of foreclosure filings (0% as of September 2018), and a strong economy overall – according to Zillow®, Bethlehem has been ranked number one on its list of "Best Cities for Jobs" since 2017.