NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1947 31st St SW Allentown, PA 18103

Southside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $274,845 - $309,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,096 Sq Ft
$260/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 20, 2015

Last sale price $134,900 $123 Per Sq Ft

Est. 111% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,897/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Windows
  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water

About This Home

As of November 2015

Charming Ranch in a well established neighborhood. This Three bedroom home sits on a large well maintained lot. Home has hardwood floors throughout, all appliances stay including washer and dryer (appliances are included in as-Is condition) . Large heated basement with great potential for a family room. Easy access to I-78/Route 309. Minutes to The South mall, Grocery stores and bank. Alton Park is well known for their playgrounds, they have many activities throughout the season. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ronald Montz

RE/MAX Real Estate Listed on: 09/03/2015

RE/MAX Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Gail Hoover

RE/MAX Central - Center Valley

RE/MAX Central - Center Valley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 8,999 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 120
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned R-L-Low Density Residential

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,096 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Window Screens
  • Dining Area
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Carport
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Lehigh Parkway Elementary School
  • South Mountain Middle School
  • Allen High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Less than 100 Amp Service
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Alton Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 549564554465001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Cape Cod, Ranch
  • Technology: Cable, Smk Detector Battery
  • County Assessment: 130000.00
  • Stories: 1.5
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Middle Junior School: South Mountain
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Dishwasher, Laundry Hookup, Microwave, Oven Electric, Oven-SC, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Drapes, Laundry Lower Level
  • Floor: Hardwood, Tile
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Lower Level
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Semi-Modern Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 123.08
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1096
  • Square Footage: 1096
  • Total Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Aluminum, Brick, Vinyl
  • Exterior: Deck, Screens, Sidewalk, Storm Window, Utility Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Amperage: 100
  • Amperage Type: Circuit Breaker
  • Cooling: Wall AC, Window AC
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Hot Water: Oil, Summer/Winter Hookup
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Allentown
  • Elementary School: Lehigh Parkway
  • Middle School: South Mountain
  • High School: Allen

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.207
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 120
  • Lots: Corner, Public Road, Paved Road
  • Lot Size: 6001-10000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8999
  • Zoning Code: R-L-Low Density Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 549564554465001
  • County Taxes: 492.70
  • Municipal Taxes: 922.62
  • Total Taxes: 3666.30

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 2251.08

MLS Schools

  • School District: Allentown
  • Elementary School: Lehigh Parkway
  • HighSchool: Allen

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 3, 2015
Closed on
Nov 16, 2015
Sold by
Dreisbach Linda A and Scarff Phyllis Dreisbach
Bought by
Gilette Kevin M and Hinkle Sheri A
Seller's Agent
Ronald Montz
RE/MAX Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gail Hoover
RE/MAX Central - Center Valley
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$134,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.57%
Total Days on Market
40
Current Estimated Value
$284,961

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$150,061
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.15%
Original Mortgage
$132,456
Outstanding Balance
$105,606
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$179,355

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2014
Sold by
Dreisbach Linda A and Dreisbach Mary
Bought by
Dreisbach Linda A and Scarff Phyllis Dreisbach

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 1965
Bought by
Dreisbach Ferrol Linda A
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
Gilette Kevin M $134,900 First American Title Ins Co
Dreisbach Linda A -- None Available
Dreisbach Ferrol Linda A $18,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gilette Kevin M $132,456
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/20/2015 11/20/15 Sold $134,900 -3.6% $123 / Sq Ft
10/13/2015 10/13/15 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2015 09/03/15 For Sale $139,900 -- $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 $4,611 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2024 $4,611 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2023 $4,611 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2022 $4,463 $130,000 $98,700 $31,300
2021 $4,382 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2020 $4,277 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2019 $4,214 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2018 $3,879 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2017 $3,788 $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2016 -- $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2015 -- $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
2014 -- $130,000 $31,300 $98,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Ronald Montz

    RE/MAX

    (610) 770-9000

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  • Gail Hoover

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Gail Hoover

    RE/MAX

    (610) 217-8136

    5 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Gail Hoover
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 503977

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 549564554465-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18103 Southside

1947 31st St SW, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 1947 31st St SW, Allentown, PA 18103 since 03 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $284,961, approximately $260 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 1947 31st St SW is a home located in Lehigh County with nearby schools including Lehigh Park Elementary School, South Mountain Middle School, and William Allen High School.

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