NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1823 Ruth St Allentown, PA 18104

South Whitehall Township Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $333,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,144 Sq Ft
$278/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 25, 2012

Last sale price $148,500 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 114% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,000/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Cedar Closet
  • Kratzer Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Shed

About This Home

As of July 2012

PARKLAND RANCH. Comfortable 2 bedroom ranch on a quiet, tree lined South Whitehall Twp street includes 1st floor laundry. The large windows in the living room and dining room overlook the front and back yards. The 42.5 x 24.5 basement includes a toilet and a 6.5 x 6 cedar closet for extra storage. The newly painted garage includes a work bench & sink. It also has a pull-down ladder to the attic for additional storage. There are 2 window A/C units, 4 ceiling fans and an attic/house fan in the hallway. The 21 x 10 deck overlooks the large back yard. The 12 x 8.5 shed has electric, a telephone jack and a work bench. Lehigh County 2013 Tax Notice for this property projects the total annual taxes to be reduced 6% from $2,929.60 to $2,752.64.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Earl Stafford, MS

Coldwell Banker Heritage R E Listed on: 05/14/2012

Coldwell Banker Heritage R E

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Joseph

Joseph Real Estate/Daniel

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,186

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 120
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-5 Med Den Res

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Electric Oven

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Cedar Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Fan
  • Storage In Attic

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 101 to 200 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 549707819889

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,186

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • County Assessment: 51550.00
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Oven/Range, Oven Electric, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Cedar Closets, Drapes, Laundry First
  • Floor: Linoleum, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Full
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dining Room, Modern Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 129.81
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1144
  • Square Footage: 1144
  • Total Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Vinyl
  • Exterior: Deck, Utility Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached
  • Number Of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Off & On Street

Utilities

  • Amperage: 200
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan, Window AC
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Parkland
  • Elementary School: Kratzer
  • High School: Parkland H.S.

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.276
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 120
  • Lots: Flat, Paved Road
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12001
  • Zoning Code: R-5 Med Den Res

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 549707819889
  • County Taxes: 194.86
  • Municipal Taxes: 171.15
  • Total Taxes: 1185.66

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 819.65

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2012
Closed on
Jul 16, 2012
Sold by
National Residential Nominee S
Bought by
Werner Randy C
Seller's Agent
Earl Stafford, MS
Coldwell Banker Heritage R E
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Joseph
Joseph Real Estate/Daniel
List Price
$147,000
Sold Price
$148,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
1.02%
Current Estimated Value
$318,312

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$169,812
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$144,045
Outstanding Balance
$100,469
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$227,194

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2012
Closed on
Jun 4, 2012
Sold by
Benedict John A
Bought by
National Residential Nominee S
Seller's Agent
Earl Stafford, MS
Coldwell Banker Heritage R E
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Joseph
Joseph Real Estate/Daniel
List Price
$147,000
Sold Price
$148,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
1.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,045
Outstanding Balance
$100,469
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$227,194

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Fischer Carol J and Pychinka Dennis L
Bought by
Benedict John A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,385
Interest Rate
5.56%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1981
Bought by
Benninger Forrest F and Benninger Leona D
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
Werner Randy C $148,500 --
National Residential Nominee S $148,500 --
Benedict John A $138,300 --
Benninger Forrest F $18,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Werner Randy C $38,000
Open Werner Randy C $144,045
Previous Owner National Residential Nominee S $144,045
Previous Owner Benedict John A $131,385
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2012 07/25/12 Sold $148,500 +1.0% $130 / Sq Ft
06/07/2012 06/07/12 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2012 05/14/12 For Sale $147,000 -- $128 / 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 $3,650 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2024 $3,527 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2023 $3,452 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2022 $3,439 $150,100 $113,600 $36,500
2021 $3,439 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2020 $3,439 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2019 $3,374 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2018 $3,263 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2017 $3,151 $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2016 -- $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2015 -- $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
2014 -- $150,100 $36,500 $113,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Earl Stafford, MS

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Earl Stafford, MS

    Coldwell Banker Heritage R E

    (267) 772-0680

    1 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Earl Stafford, MS
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Daniel Joseph

    Joseph Real Estate/Daniel

    (610) 657-6151

    50 Total Sales

    Daniel Joseph
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 430230

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 549707819889-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18104 South Whitehall Township

1823 Ruth St, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 1823 Ruth St, Allentown, PA 18104 since 14 May 2012 and is currently estimated at $318,312, approximately $278 per square foot. This property was built in 1981. 1823 Ruth St is a home located in Lehigh County with nearby schools including Kratzer Elementary School, Orefield Middle School, and Parkland High School.

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