NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 E Walnut St Allentown, PA 18109

Rittersville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $197,000 - $251,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,695 Sq Ft
$134/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2019

Last sale price $148,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,538/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Garden View
  • Stained Glass
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of August 2019

Kiss your landlord goodbye and step up to home ownership in this roomy 4 bedroom Eastside Twin everything brand new! New roof, drywall, plumbing, electric, tile flooring & upstairs wall to wall carpeting! Set the table & uncork the champagne in a brand new designer kitchen w/ pearl white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, tile back-splash, under-mount sink and quartz countertops! Neutral tones throughout, bright with natural light from new tilt in double pane windows and recessed kitchen lighting for sharpened vision. Inside, nearly 1700 square feet above grade living space and out back, a new privacy fence plus convenient off-street parking. Plenty of room for storage in dry walk out basement with laundry & extra commode. Oil heat easily converted to gas from gas lines in street. City inspected and ready for immediate occupancy. Includes Allentown City Certificate of Occupancy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurie Shenkman

Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley License #AB067982 Listed on: 06/13/2019

Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,924

Year Built

  • Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

  • 4,038 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Plaster Walls
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Stained Glass
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Garden Views
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Urban Location

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • East Allentown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640772039544 001

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,924

Year Built

Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Renovated: 2019
  • Remarks Public: Kiss your landlord goodbye and step up to home ownership in this roomy 4 bedroom Eastside Twin everything brand new! New roof, drywall, plumbing, electric, tile flooring & upstairs wall to wall carpeting! Set the table & uncork the champagne in a brand new designer kitchen w/ pearl white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, tile back-splash, under-mount sink and quartz countertops! Neutral tones throughout, bright with natural light from new tilt in double pane windows and recessed kitchen lighting for sharpened vision. Inside, nearly 1700 square feet above grade living space and out back, a new privacy fence plus convenient off-street parking. Plenty of room for storage in dry walk out basement with laundry & extra commode. Oil heat easily converted to gas from gas lines in street. City inspected and ready for immediate occupancy. Includes Allentown City Certificate of Occupancy.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Pantry
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Double Pane, Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Hookup
  • Total Sq Ft: 2395
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1695
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 82.54
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1695
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 700
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 700
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 217

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: ALLENTOWN
  • School District Key: 300200397387
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4038.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: R-MH
  • Zoning Description: Medium High Density

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1895.97
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2923.69
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 640772039544 001
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 08/30/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALLENTOWN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2019
Closed on
Aug 26, 2019
Sold by
Kinan Shakif and Shakif Mariz
Bought by
Moya Deyvi R Ventura
Seller's Agent
Laurie Shenkman
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
5.79%
Total Days on Market
42
Current Estimated Value
$226,290

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,290
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.38%
Original Mortgage
$145,319
Outstanding Balance
$129,155
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$106,489

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2018
Closed on
Oct 19, 2018
Sold by
Werley Kenneth R and Werley Marion J
Bought by
Mariz Shakif Kinan and Mariz Shakif
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Gomes
Keller Williams Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Laurie Shenkman
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
List Price
$40,000
Sold Price
$54,849
Premium/Discount to List
$14,849
37.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
217.15%
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
Moya Deyvi R Ventura $148,000 Settlement Usa Inc
Mariz Shakif Kinan $54,849 Hamilton Abstract Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Moya Deyvi R Ventura $145,319
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Sold $148,000 0.0% $87 / Sq Ft
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Sold $148,000 +6.6% $87 / Sq Ft
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2019 07/15/19 Price Changed $138,900 -0.7% $82 / Sq Ft
06/13/2019 06/13/19 For Sale $139,900 0.0% $83 / Sq Ft
05/28/2019 05/28/19 Price Changed $139,900 -2.8% $83 / Sq Ft
05/15/2019 05/15/19 For Sale $143,900 +162.4% $85 / Sq Ft
10/19/2018 10/19/18 Sold $54,849 +37.1% $32 / Sq Ft
10/08/2018 10/08/18 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2018 10/01/18 For Sale $40,000 -- $24 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $3,217 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2024 $3,217 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2023 $3,217 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2022 $3,108 $96,100 $83,000 $13,100
2021 $3,047 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2020 $2,970 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2019 $2,924 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2018 $2,716 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2017 $2,649 $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2016 -- $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2015 -- $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
2014 -- $96,100 $13,100 $83,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laurie Shenkman

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Laurie Shenkman

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley

    (610) 217-1293

    39 Total Sales

    Laurie Shenkman
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Gregory Horton

    IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley

  • Claudio Tiburcio

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Claudio Tiburcio

    CENTURY 21 Keim

    (484) 767-0043

    1 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Claudio Tiburcio
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Cynthia Gomes

    Keller Williams Real Estate

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PALH111516

Bright MLS

APN: 640772039544-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18109 Rittersville

217 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 217 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA 18109 since 13 June 2019 and is currently estimated at $226,290, approximately $133 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 217 E Walnut St is a home located in Lehigh County with nearby schools including Mosser Elementary School, Harrison-Morton Middle School, and Louis E. Dieruff High School.

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