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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,066 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 16 hours ago
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Turnkey investment opportunity! This three-bedroom, one-bathroom twin home features a long-term, stable tenant already in place, making it an ideal addition to any rental portfolio. The property arrives with a clear Certificate of Occupancy from the City of Allentown and is ready to generate immediate cash flow. Located at 1243 Russell Street, this property includes one off-street parking spot, electric heat, public water and sewer, and gas, cooking, and laundry hookups in the basement. Tenant pays all utilities except trash (billed with taxes), and the area offers low property taxes. Perfect for investors seeking a passive income property with minimal landlord involvement and zero turnover or renovation costs. Showing times are currently available Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday- reach out to your agent to schedule!

Full Property Details for 1243 Russell St

General

  • Price: $159,000
  • Taxes: $1,755
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Lehigh_Valley
  • MLS ID: 783420
  • Updated: 8/27/2026
  • Added to Site: Today

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 1

Location

  • Area: Allentown-Central
  • County: Lehigh
  • Subdivision: West End Improvement Co
  • Driving Directions: from N 13th St 0.6 mi, Turn left onto Russell St- destination will be on your left

School Information

  • Elem School District: Allentown
  • Midd School District: Allentown
  • High School District: Allentown

Community

  • Home Owners Assn.: Lehigh Valley MLS

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick Veneer
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,066
  • Living Area: 1,066 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1903

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.016
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 711
  • Zoning: R-MH

Financial Considerations

  • Operating Expenses: $3,004
  • Tax Amount: $1,755

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 549770339414-1

Listed by Light House Realty LV LLC

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Schools serving 1243 Russell St

School District:Allentown City School District
NameGradesDistance
Francis D Raub Middle School
102 South Saint Cloud Street, Allentown, PA 18104
6-80.7 mi
William Allen High School
106 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104
9-120.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1243 Russell St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/27/2026
Listed
$159,000
189.09%
MLS
2/04/2020
Sold
$55,000
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Tax History for 1243 Russell St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$1,754
1%
$54,700
—
2025
$1,742
—
$54,700
—
2024
$1,742
—
$54,700
—
2023
$1,742
-38%
$54,700
—
2022
$2,793
75%
$54,700
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2019
$1,594
—
$54,700
—
2020
$1,602
2%
$54,700
—
2019
$1,575
7%
$54,700
—
2018
$1,475
3%
$54,700
—
2017
$1,437
—
$54,700
—
2016
$1,439
—
$54,700
—
2015
$1,441
-33%
$54,700
—
2014
$2,164
—
$54,700
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1243 Russell Street, Allentown City, PA 18102 (MLS# 783420) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1243 Russell Street is currently listed for $159,000 and was received on August 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 1243 Russell Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Allentown City? You can browse all Allentown City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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