6th Ward
Neighborhood in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Lehigh County 18101, 18102
Rowhomes on city streets
New office buildings and luxury apartments are poised to rise next to the river in the coming years as part of a new redevelopment plan. Both the 1st and 6th Wards are focal points of Allentown’s 2030 Vision, with plans to build more housing, improve amenities like open green spaces, and foster economic development. The Ward’s grid-lined streets of Colonial-style brick and stone rowhouses usually range from the low $100,000s to the mid $200,000s, while some newer homes sell for as much as $300,000. Most properties feature small, narrow backyards. Some offer enough space for rear-entry parking, while others only provide street parking. “You’re starting to see a lot of traffic. It wasn’t like this before. There used to be five cars on each block. Now, you can barely find on-street parking. And that’s just about everywhere in the city,” Bueno says. The neighborhood also garners a 7 out of 10 crime score, well above the national average of 4, according to the CAP Index.Riverfront views at Bucky Boyle Park
Within the neighborhood, residents gather at the Jordan Meadows, a public green space with playgrounds and hard-surface athletic courts next to a burbling creek that feeds into the Lehigh River. Along the riverfront, residents can enjoy scenic views of the water and amenities like athletic facilities and ball fields at Bucky Boyle Park. Residents can also spend their days kayaking on the river or enjoying an array of whimsical spray cannons and water features to cool off on hot summer days. Others can head to the community swimming pool at Jordan Park, also home to a skatepark and creekside trails. Rainy days lead to movies at A little farther up the river, the sight of construction and heavy-duty vehicles outline where a brand-new riverfront plaza and multi-use development will soon provide new places for people to live, work and play.Education in Allentown
The Allentown City School District serves the community, scoring below-average ratings on Niche. Students in the neighborhood may start at Sheridan Elementary School, a C-minus-rated school on Niche that was also recognized by the city in 2002 as “a Lifetime Property of Merit” for anchoring the community for over a century. Older students may then move on to Harrison-Morton Middle School, earning a C-minus rating, and Louis E. Dieruff High School, scoring a C-plus. Allentown is also home to numerous colleges, like Muhlenberg College and Cedar Crest College, about 5 miles west, Lehigh Carbon Community College, and Lehigh University, 8 miles east.Fairs to farmers markets
Numerous annual events are held throughout the city. The Great Allentown Fair is the largest event of the year along North 17th Street. During the fair, residents can soak up the last bit of summer with live musical performances, games, rides, and vendors selling everything from cotton candy to fried Oreos. The grounds are also home to Allentown Farmers Market, open weekly from Thursday through Saturday. Residents can spend afternoons perusing the halls at the Allentown Art Museum or catch a sports game or concert at the PPL Center.Major roads and essential establishments
6th Ward boasts ample sidewalks and is less than 2 miles from the heart of Allentown. Numerous bus stops are scattered along North Front Street and MacArthur Boulevard. Lehigh Valley International Airport is less than 4 miles away along the American Parkway, while other major roads include U.S. Route 22, U.S. Route 145 and Interstate 78. St. Luke’s Hospital Sacred Heart Campus is less than one mile away in case of emergencies. At the same time, numerous houses of worship are clustered around, ranging from Slovak and Ukrainian to Hispanic congregations.Flavors from around the globe
There are tons of flavors to explore in the 6th wards as people from across the globe have opened restaurants and eateries here for years. At Da Judah’s Kitchen, Chef Tina is known for authentic African dishes, including goat stew, jollof rice and egusi soup. At Damascus, Middle Eastern delights like kebab served with a streaming side dish of rice and creamy hummus await. Egypt Star Bakery, named after the Pennsylvania town, is known for its rye loaves, chocolate eclairs and crème-filled donuts. Elias Market stocks fresh produce and Hispanic and Middle Eastern-style spices and goods in the neighborhood. Supremo Food Market of Allentown is also only one mile away for a more extensive selection. Across the bridge, a short drive leads to retail stores like Ross Dress for Less, Target and Sam’s Club along Lehigh Valley Thruway.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shabana Pathan
Shabana Pathan
Keller Williams Real Estate - Bethlehem
(484) 666-3084
381 Total Sales
4 in 6th Ward
$185K - $580K Price Range
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Sureya Lococo
Sureya Lococo
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate
(484) 666-0504
121 Total Sales
1 in 6th Ward
$60,000 Price
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Rebecca Entwisle
Rebecca Entwisle
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate
(484) 666-5883
99 Total Sales
1 in 6th Ward
$199,000 Price
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Moises Romero
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Moises Romero
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Supreme
(610) 871-5656
31 Total Sales
1 in 6th Ward
$156,000 Price
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Scaila Luciano
Scaila Luciano
Responds QuicklyWeichert Realtors
(347) 808-4019
17 Total Sales
1 in 6th Ward
$215,000 Price
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Christopher Raad
Christopher Raad
Responds QuicklyHarvey Z Raad Real Estate
(484) 232-5887
158 Total Sales
3 in 6th Ward
$135K - $274K Price Range
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 1st to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Stevens Park
- Basketball
- Playground
Andre Reed Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Keck Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Allentown Arts Park
Jordan Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Bucky Boyle Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | 6th Ward | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
6th Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in 6th Ward, Allentown sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in 6th Ward, Allentown over the last 12 months is $187,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$199,900
Median Sale Price
$187,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$215,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$173,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$135
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
747
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1903
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,532
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,522
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,695 - $2,150 per month
- Jordan View Parke Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 680+ Sq Ft
- 948 N Front St
- Allentown, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,585
Median Age
34
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,740
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,886
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.9%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
1st Ward
The oldest neighborhood Allentown along the Lehigh River
Center City
Blocks of rowhouses around Allentown's developing entertainment district
East Allentown
Suburban living with easy access to Lehigh Valley International Airport
Rittersville
A small, walkable town with historic homes 3 miles from downtown Allentown
Fullerton
Convenient shopping, dining and commercial destination outside Allentown
Highland Park
A small residential neighborhood centered around its namesake cemetery
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