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Lehigh Valley Relocation Guide · Northampton County

Moving to Northampton, PA

A real borough Main Street, a Lehigh River waterfront, and the Allen Township mix, all priced below the famous names. Northampton is the honest value answer for families and commuters.

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~10,400
Borough population (2020 Census)
~$330K
ZIP 18067 median, recent data
97+ sq mi
Northampton Area SD footprint
15 min
To Easton and Bethlehem

Why move to Northampton?

Northampton Borough sits on the Lehigh River in Northampton County with about 10,400 residents in the 2020 census, surrounded by Allen Township and the open country of the Northampton Area School District, which spans more than 97 square miles. It is the small-town answer inside a fast-growing region: a real Main Street, community days that fill the park, and the river running past the edge of town.

For relocators, Northampton is the value-with-a-community play. Recent market data puts the ZIP 18067 median around $330,000, comfortably below Parkland or Easton pricing, and you keep the region's commute network: Route 248 and Route 324 on the doorstep, Route 22 and I-78 a short drive, and both Easton and Bethlehem about 15 minutes away. The Allen Township side adds newer construction and larger lots while feeding the same schools.

Every neighborhood and price point below is Tim's honest local guidance from 36+ years in the Lehigh Valley market, backed by current public data. Tim confirms exact school boundaries, lot lines, and comparables for every address on your short list.

Neighborhoods in Northampton

A quick, honest neighborhood-by-neighborhood snapshot. Price ranges are general guidance from the current market, not guarantees.

01

Northampton Borough

Small-town Main Street on the Lehigh River

Vibe

Small-town Main Street on the Lehigh River

Schools

Northampton Area School District

General Price Range

ZIP 18067 median near $330K, entry singles under, river properties above

Pros

  • Walkable Main Street with real shops and cafes
  • Lehigh River waterfront and trails
  • Community Days and a genuine civic calendar
  • Value that beats the big-name towns

Cons

  • Smaller inventory than the cities
  • Limited big-city nightlife in town
  • Older homes need updating in places

Best for

Families, downsizers, and commuters who want walkability without city prices.

Local Q&A

Is the borough walkable enough for a real Main Street life?

Yes, within its scale. Main, 21st, and the river walk give you cafes, events, and the Lehigh Canal trail on foot, and everything else is a short drive. It is the walkable small-town model, not the walkable city model.

02

Allen Township

Growing suburb, newer homes, bigger lots

Vibe

Growing suburb, newer homes, bigger lots

Schools

Northampton Area School District

General Price Range

Newer construction at a value relative to Parkland comparables

Pros

  • New subdivisions and builder inventory
  • Larger lots than the borough
  • Quick Route 329 and Route 248 access
  • Same schools, lower premium

Cons

  • Car required for everything
  • Retail still spreads thin
  • Newer means fewer established trees

Best for

Move-up families who want new construction minus the Parkland price.

Local Q&A

Allen Township or the borough?

The borough is the walkable heart, Allen Township is the growth edge. Same district, same commutes, different lot and street experience. Most families end up in the township once kids hit school age.

03

Siegfried

Creekside village at the township edge

Vibe

Creekside village at the township edge

Schools

Northampton Area School District

General Price Range

Value pricing with creekside character

Pros

  • Semi-rural calm minutes from the borough
  • Hometown village feel
  • Larger property options
  • Short runs to Route 248 and 329

Cons

  • Few services in the village itself
  • Septic and well systems on older homes
  • Inventory comes up slowly

Best for

Buyers who want a country-adjacent address that is still near town.

Local Q&A

Is Siegfried the rural version of the borough?

Basically. It is a small crossroads settlement in Allen Township, so you trade Main Street walkability for quiet lanes, more land, and creeks. Same school district, and still minutes from the borough and Route 248.

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Schools serving Northampton

In Pennsylvania, your street address determines your public school assignment, so district boundaries matter more than city limits. Northampton homes primarily feed the districts below; Tim verifies the exact boundary for every property you consider.

Northampton Area School District

Public, K-12 · ~5,500 students across 6 schools · serves 97+ square miles

District profile Official site

Nearby district options

Nazareth Area, Catasauqua Area, and Bethlehem Area are all within a short drive

Official site
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Commuting from Northampton

To New York City

About 90 minutes by car on I-78, depending on traffic; 60 miles closer than most of New Jersey.

To Philadelphia

Roughly an hour by car via Route 22 / I-476 or the PA Turnpike (Northeast Extension).

Air travel

Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) is 10–20 minutes away from most Valley addresses, with flights to major hubs.

Transit

LANTA buses serve the region, and NJ Transit buses run from Easton and Bethlehem to NYC's Port Authority.

Easton and Bethlehem: both about 15 minutes, which covers most work and errand trips.

New York City: about 90 to 100 minutes via Route 22 or Route 248 to I-78.

Philadelphia: about an hour and 15 minutes via the PA Turnpike Northeast Extension.

Lehigh Valley International Airport: about 20 minutes.

Cost of living in Northampton

The Lehigh Valley metro cost-of-living index runs near the U.S. average (roughly 97 to 99), and Northampton-specific pricing sits comfortably inside that.

With a ZIP 18067 median around $330,000, families get an established community and the region's commute network without paying the school-district premium of Parkland or the downtown premium of Bethlehem.

Item Northampton
Overall index (U.S. = 100) ≈ 97 to 99
ZIP 18067 median sale price ≈ $330K
State income tax 3.07% flat
Commute to Easton/Bethlehem ~15 minutes

Cost-of-living index figures are drawn from public index sources (national average = 100) and are general guidance, not a guarantee.

The Northampton market right now

The Northampton market is steady, family-driven, and priced below its amenities. Recent data shows a ZIP 18067 median around $330,000, keeping the borough a consistent value below the regional median, and demand comes from families who want the Northampton Area School District footprint without paying premium-town prices.

  • ZIP 18067 median sale price sits around $330,000 in recent Redfin data, keeping the borough a consistent value relative to the region.
  • Allen Township continues adding new-construction inventory, feeding buyers priced out of Parkland.
  • The Northampton Area School District serves about 5,500 students across 97-plus square miles, one of the largest geographic districts in the Valley.
  • The Lehigh River waterfront, Community Days, and the borough's Main Street anchor a real small-town lifestyle.
  • Route 22 and I-78 access keeps the borough competitive with higher-priced towns 10 minutes away.
  • Tim's roots run deep here: he has worked Northampton since 1990, and the borough has honored him with the Key to Northampton Borough and a declared Tim Tepes Day.

Median price figures from recent third-party market data (Redfin and similar); confirm current comparables with Tim before making an offer.

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Things to do in Northampton

Real, named favorites that locals actually use, from Tim's own list of weekend haunts.

Northampton Community Days

The borough's signature summer fair, with rides, food, and live music on the grounds where Main Street meets the river.

Lehigh River waterfront and trails

River access, the Canal trail connections, and quiet scenic walks right at the borough edge.

Borough Main Street

Cafes, shops, and the town square, with a genuine everyday community calendar.

Easton's Centre Square

The farmers market and State Theatre are a 15-minute drive for a bigger night out.

Bethlehem's SteelStacks

Musikfest and ArtsQuest shows, about 15 minutes south.

Community parks and recreation

Ballfields, playgrounds, and the regional recreation programs the borough runs year-round.

Who is Northampton best for?

Families

The Northampton Area School District footprint, parks, and a small-town rhythm that still runs on time.

Value-minded commuters

Near $330K medians with Easton and Bethlehem 15 minutes and I-78 within reach.

Downsizers

Walkable Main Street, the river trail, and lower carrying costs than the premium towns.

New-construction buyers

Allen Township keeps delivering new homes well below Parkland pricing.

Buyers who want a real hometown

Community Days, the river, and neighbors who know your name, without giving up the region.

Not sure it fits? That is exactly what the free call is for. Tim listens to your situation first, then tells you honestly whether Northampton is the right fit or whether a neighboring area fits better.

Northampton relocation FAQ

What is the median home price in Northampton?
Recent market data puts the ZIP 18067 median around $330,000, with entry singles below that and river or newer-construction properties above. That is consistently a value relative to Parkland, Easton, and Bethlehem.
Which schools serve Northampton?
The Northampton Area School District serves the borough, Allen Township, and neighbors across more than 97 square miles, with about 5,500 students in six schools. Your address in the borough or the township feeds the same district.
How does Northampton compare to Parkland for schools?
Parkland carries the famous rating and the premium price. Northampton Area is a solid, well-regarded district at a meaningfully lower entry point. If the name matters, Parkland; if the whole picture matters, Northampton deserves a real look.
Is Northampton close enough to the cities?
Easton and Bethlehem are about 15 minutes away, Allentown about 25, and Route 22 plus I-78 handle the longer runs. It is central enough that you trade very little commute for a lot of value.
What types of homes are available in Northampton?
Established single-family homes in the borough, newer construction and larger lots in Allen Township, creekside and rural options toward Siegfried, and townhomes on the newer edges.
How can Tim Tepes help me buy in Northampton?
Tim has worked Northampton since 1990, has been honored with the Key to Northampton Borough and a Tim Tepes Day, and has closed hundreds of transactions across the borough and Allen Township. Book a free call at calendly.com/timtepes/30min or call (484) 275-0056.

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