1737 Ruth St Allentown, PA 18104
South Whitehall Township NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $295,000 - $360,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,166
Sq Ft
$276/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Colonial Architecture
- Fenced Yard
- Kratzer Elementary School Rated A
- Screened Porch
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of October 2014***Offer has been accepted, awaiting Executed Documents***Great value in this Parkland School District single! This home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths, a large eat-in kitchen, and a huge screened-in porch that leads to a nice fenced-in back yard. Great for entertaining. Don't miss out, this one won't last long! Freddie Mac First Look initiative is good through 8/19/14 which allows owner occupant buyers a first look prior to investors being able to purchase. Investors may submit an offer anytime, however the offer will not be considered or negotiated until after the First Look period expires.
Last Listed By
Tom Fox
Lehigh Valley Just Listed LLC Listed on: 07/30/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,434
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60 x 120
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R-5
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 1,166 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Window Screens
- Dining Area
- Screened Porch
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storage In Attic
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Shed
Schools
- Parkland High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- 101 to 200 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 549717337776-00001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 30, 2014
Closed on
Sep 23, 2014
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Vargas Diana M and Vargas Luis Alfonso
Seller's Agent
Tom Fox
Lehigh Valley Just Listed LLC
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$164,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-8.34%
Total Days on Market
48
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
$157,108
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%
Original Mortgage
$156,655
Outstanding Balance
$122,285
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$199,723
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2014
Sold by
Shelton Edward D and Mccaffery Loretta J
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2006
Sold by
Badesso Gerald J
Bought by
Shelton Edward D and Mc Caffery Loretta J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,900
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 1984
Sold by
O'Boyle Jay F & Dolores I
Bought by
Badesso Gerald J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 1983
Bought by
O'Boyle Jay F & Dolores I
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vargas Diana M | $164,900 | None Available | |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation | $1,873 | None Available | |
| Shelton Edward D | $214,900 | None Available | |
| Badesso Gerald J | $66,900 | -- | |
| O'Boyle Jay F & Dolores I | $14,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Vargas Diana M | $156,655 | |
| Previous Owner | Shelton Edward D | $214,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Badesso Gerald J | $207,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2014 10/23/14 | Sold | $164,900 | -8.3% | $141 / Sq Ft |
| 09/16/2014 09/16/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/30/2014 07/30/14 | For Sale | $179,900 | -- | $154 / 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 | $3,631 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2024 | $3,509 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2023 | $3,434 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2022 | $3,420 | $149,300 | $123,500 | $25,800 |
| 2021 | $3,420 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2020 | $3,420 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2019 | $3,356 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2018 | $3,246 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2017 | $3,134 | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2016 | -- | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $149,300 | $25,800 | $123,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2014
Tom Fox
Lehigh Valley Just Listed LLC
(610) 866-2100
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Lisa Herman
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Lisa Herman
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
(610) 217-6489
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®
MLS Number: 477952
APN: 549717337776-1
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