NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1968 S 5th St Allentown, PA 18103

Southside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $217,000 - $236,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,248 Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 23, 2020

Last sale price $150,000 $120 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,498/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered patio or porch
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Storm Windows
  • Fenced Yard
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of November 2020

MULTIPLE OFFERS!!!! This charming brick twin is ready for its next owner. The entryway opens up to a comfortable and spacious living room with high ceilings. The kitchen and dining area are open to each other allowing for an enjoyable entertainment experience. This home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath on the second floor. The third floor has an attic with newer windows that can be finished to your desire. This home is located near many amenities the Lehigh High Valley has to offer. Schedule your tour today! Calling for Highest & Best by Tuesday 10/13 at 10Pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abby Tomasic

BetterHomes&GardensRE/Cassidon Listed on: 10/08/2020

BetterHomes&GardensRE/Cassidon

Last Buyer's Agent

Yanitza Galvan

I-Do Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,703

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,749 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • 2.5-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dining Area
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640651562114001

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,703

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Semi Detached/Twin
  • County Assessment: 85100.00
  • Stories: 2.5
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Electric Garage Door
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage
  • Floor: Linoleum, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 120.19
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1248
  • Square Footage: 1248
  • Total Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Covered Patio, Covered Porch, Curbs, Fenced Yard, Sidewalk, Storm Door, Storm Window
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window AC
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Gas
  • Hot Water: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Allentown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.063
  • Lot Size: 1-6000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2749
  • Zoning Code: R-M-MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 640651562114001
  • County Taxes: 321.68
  • Municipal Taxes: 577.41
  • Total Taxes: 2702.84

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 1803.75

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 8, 2020
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Staub Cathy S
Bought by
Hernandez Francia
Seller's Agent
Abby Tomasic
BetterHomes&GardensRE/Cassidon
Buyer's Agent
Yanitza Galvan
I-Do Real Estate
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.45%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$225,764

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,764
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.24%
Original Mortgage
$147,283
Outstanding Balance
$132,843
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$91,429
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
Hernandez Francia $150,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hernandez Francia $147,283
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/23/2020 11/23/20 Sold $150,000 +3.4% $120 / Sq Ft
10/14/2020 10/14/20 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2020 10/08/20 For Sale $145,000 -- $116 / 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 $2,826 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2024 $2,826 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2023 $2,826 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2022 $2,729 $85,100 $74,700 $10,400
2021 $2,676 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2020 $2,607 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2019 $2,566 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2018 $2,387 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2017 $2,327 $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2016 -- $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2015 -- $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
2014 -- $85,100 $10,400 $74,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Abby Tomasic

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Abby Tomasic

    BetterHomes&GardensRE/Cassidon

    (610) 554-6527

    2 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Abby Tomasic
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  • Yanitza Galvan

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Yanitza Galvan

    I-Do Real Estate

    (484) 358-5448

    14 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Yanitza Galvan
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 651158

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 640651562114-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18103 Southside

1968 S 5th St, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 1968 S 5th St, Allentown, PA 18103 since 08 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $225,764, approximately $180 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1968 S 5th St is a home located in Lehigh County with nearby schools including Hiram W Dodd Elementary School, South Mountain Middle School, and Louis E. Dieruff High School.

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