1216 Taft Ave Allentown, PA 18103
Southside Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,321
Sq Ft
8,999
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Covered patio or porch
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Mountain View
- Fenced Yard
- Solar owned by seller
About This Home
As of February 2025Welcome to 1216 Taft Avenue, a stunning home that has been beautifully transformed! Originally 486 square feet, this home has been expanded with two additions, one in 2011 and the other in 2020, and now offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and two stories of modern living space. Step inside to an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, perfect for entertaining. The first floor also features a versatile 4th bedroom or playroom, an office, a full bath, and a cozy tiled family room. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious master bedroom suite with a barn door leading to a stylishly tiled bath. The suite also includes a mini-split system for customized heating and cooling. Two additional generously-sized bedrooms share a third full bath, which connects directly to one of the bedrooms. The home also boasts a second entrance into a mudroom, a fenced yard for privacy, and a convenient laundry area located on the second floor. Best of all, it's just one block from Salisbury's Harry S. Truman Elementary School.Don't miss out on this completely renovated gem! Come see for yourself today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,716
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 8,999 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x90
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Property is zoned R4
Property Views
- Mountain
- Hills
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Veneer
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 2,321 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room Downstairs
- Dining Area
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Stacked Gas Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Pad
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar owned by seller
- Heating system powered by active solar
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Mini Split Heat Pump
- 101 to 200 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Allentown Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 641636516547-001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 11, 2024
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Snyder Austin M
Bought by
Njighe Paul
Seller's Agent
JANE SCHIFF
HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup
Buyer's Agent
MeAsia Goodwin
United RealEstate Strive212 LV
List Price
$424,500
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,500
-6.95%
Total Days on Market
38
Views
364
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
$2,605
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%
Original Mortgage
$375,250
Outstanding Balance
$374,938
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$22,667
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2009
Sold by
Werkheiser Joan G
Bought by
Snyder Austin M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,347
Interest Rate
4.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1988
Sold by
Fenstermaker Viola M
Bought by
Werkheiser Joan G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 1986
Sold by
Gable Clifford S
Bought by
Fenstermaker Viola M
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $395,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $80,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $12,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $375,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $176,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $171,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $130,774 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $133,190 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $121,082 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $37,347 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Sold | $395,000 | -3.6% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2025 01/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | Price Changed | $409,900 | -3.4% | $177 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2024 12/11/24 | For Sale | $424,500 | -- | $183 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
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 | $6,759 | $214,600 | $30,500 | $184,100 |
| 2024 | $6,457 | $214,600 | $30,500 | $184,100 |
| 2023 | $6,126 | $214,600 | $30,500 | $184,100 |
| 2022 | $5,971 | $214,600 | $184,100 | $30,500 |
| 2021 | $3,948 | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2020 | $3,794 | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2019 | $3,656 | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2018 | $3,590 | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2017 | $3,499 | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $147,800 | $30,500 | $117,300 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 749706
APN: 641636516547-1
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