NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2538 S 5th St Allentown, PA 18103

Southside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $229,000 - $265,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
806 Sq Ft
$303/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2019

Last sale price $132,500 $164 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,646/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Central Air
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Bungalow
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of November 2019

PRIVATE SOUTH MOUNTAIN BUNGALOW IN PERFECT MOVE-IN CONDITION!!! An opportunity like this doesn't come around very often. This updated home has new kitchen, bath, carpet, paint, lighting, heating/cooling, electric, replacement windows and doors. There is absolutely nothing to do but to move in! This wonderful property has a pavilion ideal for grilling and entertaining. Creek at the rear perimeter of the property runs down the mountain for added charm. Detached 2-car garage for car enthusiasts or perhaps the buyer who wants a workshop for any use. Location is everything with this property. I-78 and Center Valley are located within a mile from this home. This is a must-see property and home. It is just fantastic!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Cannon

Century 21 Pinnacle Listed on: 09/26/2019

Century 21 Pinnacle

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Cenchitz

Coldwell Banker Hearthside

Coldwell Banker Hearthside

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R-L

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 806 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Doors
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640569764888001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Bungalow, Ranch
  • County Assessment: 114300.00
  • Stories: 1.0
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven Electric, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Lower Level
  • Floor: Vinyl, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 164.39
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 806
  • Square Footage: 806
  • Total Room Count: 4

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Vinyl
  • Exterior: Covered Porch, Storm Door
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central AC, Mini Split
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Oil
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public

Schools

  • School District: Allentown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.304
  • Lot Size: 10001-20000 sq. ft
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13238
  • Zoning Code: R-L

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 640569764888001
  • County Taxes: 416.05
  • Municipal Taxes: 1209.37
  • Total Taxes: 3919.92

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 2294.50

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2019
Closed on
Nov 15, 2019
Sold by
Hass Kathleen E
Bought by
Kobylarz Jason
Seller's Agent
Beth Cannon
Century 21 Pinnacle
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Cenchitz
Coldwell Banker Hearthside
List Price
$136,500
Sold Price
$132,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.93%
Current Estimated Value
$243,983

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$111,483
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.96%
Original Mortgage
$132,500
Outstanding Balance
$116,841
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$114,483

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1995
Sold by
Herring Sherwood C and Herring Pauline
Bought by
Haas Kathleen E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 1990
Sold by
Herring Raymond C and Herring Grace N
Bought by
Herring Sherwood C and Herring Pauline
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
Kobylarz Jason $132,500 Steelhouse Abstract Inc
Haas Kathleen E $63,900 --
Herring Sherwood C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kobylarz Jason $132,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2019 11/15/19 Sold $132,500 -2.9% $164 / Sq Ft
10/01/2019 10/01/19 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2019 09/26/19 For Sale $136,500 -- $169 / 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 $4,230 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2024 $4,230 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2023 $4,230 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2022 $5,054 $114,300 $77,600 $36,700
2021 $4,028 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2020 $3,936 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2019 $3,880 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2018 $3,549 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2017 $3,470 $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2016 -- $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2015 -- $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
2014 -- $114,300 $36,700 $77,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Beth Cannon

    Century 21 Pinnacle

    (610) 972-2651

    7 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Beth Cannon
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Joseph Cenchitz

    Coldwell Banker Hearthside

    (610) 360-3068

    2 in this area

    77 Total Sales

    Joseph Cenchitz
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Map

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 623896

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 640569764888-1

Pennsylvania Lehigh County Allentown 18103 Southside

2538 S 5th St, Allentown, PA

This home is located at 2538 S 5th St, Allentown, PA 18103 since 26 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $243,983, approximately $302 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 2538 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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