Why Live in East Allentown
East Allentown in Allentown Airport Branch features tree-lined streets, community green spaces, and big-box shopping centers just south of Lehigh Valley International Airport. The neighborhood has a mix of single-family homes, twin homes, and townhomes built around the mid-1900s, with traditional ranch-style and Cape Cod-style homes on modest lots. Many homes feature classic red brick facades, street parking in the front, and garages or driveways in the back. East Allentown is about 3 miles from downtown Allentown and 65 miles north of Philadelphia, providing a suburban living experience separated from Center City by the Lehigh River. The area is known for its convenience, with easy access to Route 22 and local bus services provided by the Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority. Airport Road runs through the neighborhood, leading to several shopping centers and dining options, including Target, Sam’s Club, Redner’s Warehouse Markets, Copperhead Grille, Mangu, and Aladdin. For recreation, residents can visit Andre Reed Park, which features basketball courts, tennis courts, a playground, and an outdoor pool, or Coca-Cola Park for Minor League Baseball games and community events. The Lehigh River, located about 2 miles south, is popular for fishing, kayaking, and boating. The neighborhood has a crime rate comparable to the national average. Students attend Ritter Elementary School, Harrison-Morton Middle School, and Louis E. Dieruff High School, which offers a Dual Enrollment Program with Lehigh Community College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Allentown a good place to live?
East Allentown is a good place to live. East Allentown is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. East Allentown is a suburban neighborhood. East Allentown has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.1 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $57,355 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.9% of residents. A majority of residents in East Allentown are renters, with 50.4% of residents renting and 49.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Allentown can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Allentown neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Allentown?
The median home price in East Allentown is $399,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in East Allentown. The average household income in East Allentown is $57K.
What are the best public schools in East Allentown?
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What are the best private schools in East Allentown?
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Are home prices dropping in East Allentown?
Yes, home prices in East Allentown are down 56% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in East Allentown, PA
On average, homes in East Allentown, Allentown sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Allentown, Allentown over the last 12 months is $257,500, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$257,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$257,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$509,999
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$191
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-34%