Southside Condo for Sale

Southside Allentown is a vibrant neighborhood just across the Little Lehigh Creek from the bustling Center City. The area features a mix of urban and suburban living, with early 1900s rowhouses and duplexes near downtown transitioning to mid-1900s ranch-style and bi-level homes in leafy subdivisions. More modern housing developments on the west side showcase traditional houses with Craftsman and Tudor influences. Residents enjoy a variety of shopping and dining options along Lehigh and South Fourth streets, including long-standing establishments like Yocco’s and multicultural eateries such as A1 Japanese Steak House and La Parada Del Sabor. The neighborhood also features several parks, with Lehigh Parkway being the largest, offering paved pathways, historic covered bridges, horse riding trails, and a disc golf course. The park is a hub for community events, including 5K races and the holiday Lights on the Parkway display. Students in Southside are served by the Allentown City School District, while those on the east and west sides attend the highly rated Salisbury Township School District, including Salisbury High. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with convenient access to downtown via several roads and LANta bus stops. Interstate 78 runs through Southside, providing a direct route to New York City, about 90 miles away. Points of interest include the Mack Truck Museum and the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix indoor go-kart track, reflecting the area's rich industrial history and recreational features.