NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1847 Franklin Way Allentown, PA 18104

South Whitehall Township Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $714,000 - $809,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,766 Sq Ft
$273/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 19, 2023

Last sale price $708,000 $256 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,091/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Panoramic View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Senior Community
  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of May 2023

Enjoy the comforts of living in the prestigious neighborhood of Regency at South Whitehall.Owners sad to leave this 2yr old home that will capture your heart. Over $100,000 in upgrades including the 18x20 covered Trex Deck including the MasterSpa Hot Tub Enjoy the view of the city lights featuring the PPL Building, Dome at Muhlenberg College & fireworks Definitely pride of ownership. A chef's delight in the gourmet kitchen.42" cabinets upgraded appliances, quartz countertop & walk in pantry Luxury Vinyl Plank Flring thruout the 1st flr. 2nd story windows complete with electronic shades in the 2 story family room Master bdrm has a professionally designed walk in closet. A tiled shower double bowl sink vanity & personal water closet complete the ensuite. The social life provides the community swimming pool clubhouse as well a activities that are offered thru the HOA. Move right in nothing to do. Close to all major roads, hospitals & shopping. Showings begin Sunday April 2 1:00-4:00

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bonnie Schive-Francavilla

HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup Listed on: 03/30/2023

HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup

Last Buyer's Agent

Bonnie Schive-Francavilla

HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup Listed on: 03/30/2023

HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,740

Year Built

  • Built in 2021

Lot Details

  • 9,047 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,766 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 101 to 200 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Senior Community
  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Regency At South Whitehall Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 547785540456 001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,740

Year Built

Built in 2021

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Adult Comm 55 & Over
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Technology: Security System, Security Wired, Smoke Detector Wired
  • County Assessment: 423500.00
  • Miscellaneous: HOA Fee
  • Stories: 2.0
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 2021
  • Condo H O A Lot Rent: Monthly
  • Special Features: NewHome

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Garage Door, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Oven Gas
  • Interior Amenities: Den/Office, Family Room First Level, Foyer Center, Laundry First, Loft, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk in Closet
  • Floor: Tile, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Price Per Square Foot: 255.97
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 2766
  • Square Footage: 2766
  • Total Room Count: 15

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stone, Vinyl
  • Exterior: Balcony, Covered Porch, Curbs, Deck, Hot Tub, Screens, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Amperage: 200
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Parkland

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.208
  • Lot Size: 6001-10000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9047
  • Zoning Code: R-2

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 547785540456 001
  • County Taxes: 1600.83
  • Municipal Taxes: 1406.02
  • Total Taxes: 9740.50

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 6733.65

MLS Schools

  • School District: Parkland

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2023
Closed on
May 19, 2023
Sold by
Shive Roger W and Shive Todd
Bought by
Rackas John A and Rackas Ellen Polinsky
Seller's Agent
Bonnie Schive-Francavilla
HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Schive-Francavilla
HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$708,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,000
-5.6%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$754,011

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,011
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2021
Sold by
Toll Pa Xviii Lp
Bought by
Shive Roger W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$267,718
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2017
Sold by
Jaindl Land Co
Bought by
Toll Pa Xviii Lp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,358,200
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Rackas John A $708,000 None Listed On Document
Shive Roger W $567,373 Westminster Abstract Company
Toll Pa Xviii Lp $10,040,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shive Roger W $267,718
Previous Owner Township Of South Whitehall $1,530,087
Previous Owner Toll Pa Xviii Lp $5,358,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Sold $708,000 -5.6% $256 / Sq Ft
04/11/2023 04/11/23 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2023 03/30/23 For Sale $750,000 -- $271 / 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 $10,299 $423,500 $31,200 $392,300
2024 $9,952 $423,500 $31,200 $392,300
2023 $9,740 $423,500 $31,200 $392,300
2022 $9,702 $423,500 $392,300 $31,200
2021 $715 $31,200 $31,200 $0
2020 $715 $31,200 $31,200 $0
2019 $701 $31,200 $31,200 $0
2018 $678 $31,200 $31,200 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bonnie Schive-Francavilla

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Bonnie Schive-Francavilla

    HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup

    (610) 398-0411

    3 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Bonnie Schive-Francavilla
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 713022

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 547785540456-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18104 South Whitehall Township

1847 Franklin Way, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 1847 Franklin Way, Allentown, PA 18104 since 30 March 2023 and is currently estimated at $754,011, approximately $272 per square foot. This property was built in 2021. 1847 Franklin Way 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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