NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1523 W Pennsylvania St Allentown, PA 18102

Highland Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $360,000 - $420,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,632 Sq Ft
$241/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 19, 2021

Last sale price $255,000 $156 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,605/month

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Breakfast Room
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of April 2021

Nestled on a quiet street in the West End of Allentown this split level house is close to major roadways and shopping.The semiprivate backyard contains a covered patio and a vegetable garden. Enter into a beautiful, large foyer with tile floors. Up a few short steps is the spacious living room with a huge picture window which allows lots of natural light. Off of the living room is the recently remodeled kitchen with tile flooring, granite counter tops, tile back splash and stainless appliances. The dining room has new hardwood flooring and a large bright window. Original hardwood floors can be revealed beneath the carpet in the living room and third floor. The lower level has a roomy laundry room, family room, and powder room. The garage has been converted into and is presently being used as living space but can easily be returned to a garage. Other updates, include the roof (2012), powder room and air conditioning. Lots of storage in the attic and backyard shed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

RJ Timlin

RE/MAX Reliance Listed on: 03/24/2021

RE/MAX Reliance

Last Buyer's Agent

RJ Timlin

RE/MAX Reliance Listed on: 03/24/2021

RE/MAX Reliance

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,269

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 9,100 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,632 Sq Ft Home
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 549734798967 001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,269

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Split Level
  • County Assessment: 162200.00
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Year Built Exception: Unknown
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Floor: Hardwood, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Room, Dining Area
  • Price Per Square Foot: 156.25
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1632
  • Square Footage: 3264
  • Total Room Count: 11

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached
  • Number Of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Off & On Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heat Type: Gas
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Allentown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.209
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9100
  • Zoning Code: residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 549734798967 001
  • County Taxes: 613.00
  • Municipal Taxes: 1269.00
  • Total Taxes: 5269.00

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 3386.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2021
Closed on
Apr 19, 2021
Sold by
Kovacs William F and Kovacs Martha M
Bought by
Rickert Loretta Mae
Seller's Agent
RJ Timlin
RE/MAX Reliance
Buyer's Agent
RJ Timlin
RE/MAX Reliance
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Current Estimated Value
$393,097

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$138,097
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.44%
Original Mortgage
$246,489
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2021
Sold by
Kovacs William F and Kovacs Martha M
Bought by
Kovacs William F and Kovacs Martha M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,890
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2016
Closed on
Aug 18, 2016
Sold by
Brown Wayland C and Brown Patti A
Bought by
Kovacs William F and Kovacs Martha M
Seller's Agent
Mick Seislove
BHHS Fox & Roach Macungie
Buyer's Agent
Maureen Fletcher
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$174,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,700
-3.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.46%
Original Mortgage
$177,945
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2005
Sold by
Wells C Michael
Bought by
Brown Wayland C and Brown Patti A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,920
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2002
Sold by
Kelly James J and Kelly Betty J
Bought by
Wells C Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,800
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rickert Loretta Mae $255,000 Legacy Title
Kovacs William F -- Vantage Point Title Inc
Kovacs William F $174,200 None Available
Brown Wayland C $189,900 None Available
Wells C Michael -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rickert Loretta Mae $284,900
Closed Rickert Loretta Mae $246,489
Previous Owner Kovacs William F $178,890
Previous Owner Kovacs William F $172,920
Previous Owner Kovacs William F $177,945
Previous Owner Brown Patti A $184,905
Previous Owner Brown Wayland C $151,920
Previous Owner Wells C Michael $106,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/19/2021 04/19/21 Sold $255,000 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft
03/24/2021 03/24/21 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2021 03/24/21 For Sale $255,000 +46.4% $156 / Sq Ft
08/30/2016 08/30/16 Sold $174,200 -3.2% $107 / Sq Ft
07/14/2016 07/14/16 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2016 06/02/16 For Sale $179,900 -- $110 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,556 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2024 $5,556 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2023 $5,556 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2022 $5,371 $162,200 $133,500 $28,700
2021 $5,269 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2020 $5,139 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2019 $5,060 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2018 $4,683 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2017 $4,570 $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2016 -- $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2015 -- $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
2014 -- $162,200 $28,700 $133,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • RJ Timlin

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    RJ Timlin

    RE/MAX

    (610) 972-9062

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    RJ Timlin
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  • Mick Seislove

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Mick Seislove

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 657-1758

    1 in this area

    484 Total Sales

    Mick Seislove
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  • Maureen Fletcher

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Maureen Fletcher

    IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley

    (484) 241-5501

    28 Total Sales

    Maureen Fletcher
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 662919

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 549734798967-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18102 Highland Park

1523 W Pennsylvania St, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 1523 W Pennsylvania St, Allentown, PA 18102 since 24 March 2021 and is currently estimated at $393,097, approximately $240 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 1523 W Pennsylvania St is a home located in Lehigh County with nearby schools including Muhlenberg Elementary School, Trexler Middle School, and William Allen High School.

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