$310,000
SOLD JAN 24, 2025

859 N Van Buren St Unit 863 Allentown, PA 18109

East Allentown Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,735 Sq Ft
7,200 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$179 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to this original-owner ranch home on one of the largest lots in the block. This 1,700 sq. ft. property features 3–4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and thoughtful updates. The inviting living room has original hardwood floors, a large bay window, and a wood-burning fireplace. A bright bonus area offers flexible use as a recreation room, home office, or bedroom, with a full bathroom. The eat-in kitchen provides casual meals and gatherings. Three comfortable bedrooms and an updated full bathroom are on the main floor. The unfinished basement has washer/dryer hookups and storage space. The large, level yard is perfect for outdoor activities, with a shed and alley access. Recent updates include a newer roof, oil burner, and central air. Located in a prime East Allentown neighborhood, this home is close to shopping, major roads, and amenities. With a Clear Certificate of Occupancy (CO) Inspection completed, it’s being sold as-is. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristine Nettis

BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley

BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

William Safranek

EXP Realty LLC

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,002

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x120
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 1479/47

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,735 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • City Lights Views
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Slate Flooring
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Dry Basement System
  • Crawl Space

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Oil Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 641748490738 001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,002

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Category: Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • County Assessment: 147900.00
  • Stories: 1.0
  • View: City Lights
  • V O W Automated Valuation Dis: Yes
  • V O W Consumer Comment: Yes
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Year Built Exception: Unknown
  • Adult Comm55 Over Y N: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop Electric, Dishwasher, Laundry Hookup, Oven/Range Electric
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Laundry Lower Level
  • Floor: Hardwood, LVP/LVT Luxury Vinyl Plank, Slate
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Woodburning
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Basement: Crawl, Full, Outside Entrance, Sump Pit/Pump, Water Mitigation/Dry Basement System
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 178.67
  • Sq Ft Approx Abv Grade: 1735
  • Square Footage: 1735
  • Total Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Covered Patio, Utility Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Allentown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.165
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x120
  • Lots: Flat
  • Lot Size: 6001-10000 sq. ft.
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7200
  • Zoning Code: 1479/47

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 641748490738 001
  • County Taxes: 559.06
  • Municipal Taxes: 1093.71
  • Total Taxes: 5001.70

Multi Family

  • School Taxes: 3348.93

MLS Schools

  • School District: Allentown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2024
Closed on
Jan 24, 2025
Sold by
Kroll Kenneth R and Nettis Kristine M
Bought by
Althouse Tania Mercedes Ber and Althouse Timothy Brian
Seller's Agent
Kristine Nettis
BHHS Fox & Roach Center Valley
Buyer's Agent
William Safranek
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$339,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-8.8%
Total Days on Market
26
Views
81
Current Estimated Value
$316,450

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,450
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.24%
Original Mortgage
$320,230
Outstanding Balance
$319,674
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$3,224

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 1991
Sold by
Kroll Lena and Kroll Kenneth R
Bought by
Kroll Kenneth R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 1985
Sold by
Kroll Lena and Kroll Kenneth R
Bought by
Kroll Lena and Kroll Kenneth R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1982
Sold by
Kroll Walter
Bought by
Kroll Lena and Kroll Kenneth R

Map

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $310,000 Pride Abstract
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $320,230 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Sold $310,000 -3.1% $179 / Sq Ft
12/28/2024 12/28/24 Pending -- -- --
12/14/2024 12/14/24 Price Changed $319,900 -5.9% $184 / Sq Ft
12/02/2024 12/02/24 For Sale $339,900 -- $196 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

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 $5,002 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2024 $5,002 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2023 $5,002 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2022 $4,833 $147,900 $125,100 $22,800
2021 $4,741 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2020 $4,622 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2019 $4,550 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2018 $4,219 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2017 $4,116 $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2016 -- $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2015 -- $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
2014 -- $147,900 $22,800 $125,100
Source: Public Records

Source: Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

MLS Number: 749100

Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®

APN: 641748490738-1