1131 W Turner St Allentown, PA 18102
Center City NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $303,000 - $337,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,503
Sq Ft
$128/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City Lights View
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 0.11 Acre Lot
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of November 2018One of Allentown's most distinctive & best known homes is now available for sale. A 10 min. walk to downtown, PPL center, & its restaurants and bars is right outside the door. Walk Score walkability score of 86. Eclectic art filled interior ( entire contents available w/home) including the most famous private bathroom in Allentown, large wood burning fireplace, sunny unique kitchen, back patio w/fire pit, app controlled lighting & thermostat and 2 enclosed porches. Featured in Lehigh Valley Live's " Cool Spaces" column and a 3 time favorite on the Old Allentown Historic House Tour. Also used as the setting for the music video The Latter on Vimeo, the short film The Reeves and numerous photo shoots. Called by the members of Cirque du Soleil the coolest place they'd stayed anywhere in the world. This house has original Victorian workmanship both outside and in. It was built in 1873, but has the modernity where it matters, the kitchen and bathrooms.
Say no to normal.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,415
Year Built
- Built in 1873
Lot Details
- 4,909 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 67.73 x 72
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
- Suitable for Bed and Breakfast
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned R-Mh
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,503 Sq Ft Home
- 2.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- City Lights Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Expansion Attic
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Less than 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 549780048815001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2018
Closed on
Nov 30, 2018
Sold by
Marvin J Michael
Bought by
Lundy Lubna and Roberts Paul
Seller's Agent
Mary Ann Baunach
RE/MAX Central - Allentown
Buyer's Agent
Tiffanie Romey Bailey
Bairo Real Estate
List Price
$169,595
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,595
-2.71%
Total Days on Market
38
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$156,546
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.83%
Original Mortgage
$148,500
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2005
Sold by
Marvin J Michael and Marvin Kari L
Bought by
Marvin J Michael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 24, 2003
Sold by
Colon Luis A and Colon Maritza
Bought by
Marvin J Michael and Marvin Kari L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,900
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lundy Lubna | $165,000 | Parkland Abstract Corporatio | |
| Marvin J Michael | -- | -- | |
| Marvin J Michael | $99,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lundy Luena | $154,100 | |
| Closed | Lundy Lubna | $148,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Marvin J Michael | $118,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin J M | $113,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marvin J Michael | $92,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marvin J Michael | $94,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2018 11/30/18 | Sold | $165,000 | +0.2% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2018 11/01/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2018 10/23/18 | Price Changed | $164,700 | -2.9% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 09/24/2018 09/24/18 | For Sale | $169,595 | -- | $68 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,944 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2024 | $3,944 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2023 | $3,944 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2022 | $3,809 | $118,900 | $104,600 | $14,300 |
| 2021 | $3,734 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2020 | $3,639 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2019 | $3,581 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2018 | $3,331 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2017 | $3,248 | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $118,900 | $14,300 | $104,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Ann Baunach
Seller's Agent in 2018
Mary Ann Baunach
RE/MAX
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Tiffanie Romey Bailey
T
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Tiffanie Romey Bailey
Bairo Real Estate
(610) 395-3334
59 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 590830
APN: 549780048815-1
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