16 Balsam St Allentown, PA 18104
Upper Macungie Township Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,456
Sq Ft
0.6
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Fogelsville Elementary School Rated A
- Covered patio or porch
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2025Photos Coming Shortly! Welcome to 16 Balsam Street & your opportunity to own a large, bilevel home located in Upper Macungie Township & the desirable Parkland School District! With nearly 2,500 sq ft of living space, this home features 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths & is situated on 6/10 of acre, a flat lot w/ lush landscaping & a private backyard! The current owners expanded the home in 2006 to include an enormous Owner's Suite over the garage measuring 25x15, plenty of space to accommodate a sitting or office area! Main floor features a formal living room with bay window, dining area with outdoor access to the 14x16 deck, an updated kitchen, the Owner's Suite & 2 spacious bedrooms. A 22x14 Family Room is located in the lower level along with a 4th bedroom, a combination half bath/laundry room & a partially finished space that could easily be finished as a gym, office or playroom. New AC & Heat Pump in 2021! Centrally located with easy access to area highways, shopping & restaurants!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,859
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 0.6 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned R2-LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 2,456 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Window Screens
- Dining Room
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 546681175627001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 31, 2021
Closed on
Jul 16, 2021
Sold by
Bell Arlington J and Bell Susan E
Bought by
Akhter Shafeen
Seller's Agent
Kelly Cusick
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
Buyer's Agent
Shehnaz Tahir
Sunny Curb Appeal LLC
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$357,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-3.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.09%
Original Mortgage
$267,500
Outstanding Balance
$245,330
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$243,808
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 1987
Sold by
Gardner Robert C and Gardner Cecile
Bought by
Bell Arlington J and Bell Susan E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $357,500 | None Available | |
| Deed | $78,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $267,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $45,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Sold | $475,000 | -3.0% | $193 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Off Market | $489,900 | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Price Changed | $489,900 | -2.0% | $199 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | For Sale | $500,000 | +39.9% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2021 07/16/21 | Sold | $357,500 | -3.4% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2021 06/09/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/31/2021 05/31/21 | For Sale | $369,900 | -- | $151 / 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 | $5,198 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2024 | $5,001 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2023 | $4,881 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2022 | $4,859 | $240,200 | $183,700 | $56,500 |
| 2021 | $4,859 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2020 | $4,859 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2019 | $4,756 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2018 | $4,662 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2017 | $4,595 | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $240,200 | $56,500 | $183,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2025
Larry Ginsburg
BHHS Regency Real Estate
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Manica Levy
Realty One Group Supreme
-
F
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Felisha Ortiz
Realty One Group Supreme
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2021
Kelly Cusick
Weichert Realtors - Allentown
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Shehnaz Tahir
Sunny Curb Appeal LLC
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 669144
APN: 546681175627-1
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