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$275,000 Just Listed
Property Description
Step into this well-maintained Allentown home offering a blend of comfort, functionality, and classic charm. The main level features an expansive, well lit living area with original hardwood floors, a spacious dining room, and an updated kitchen layout with generous cabinet storage. The upper floor includes three well-sized bedrooms and a fourth walk-through room that provides flexible use for a home office, hobby space, or additional storage. A full bathroom completes the level, featuring a walk-in shower and a timeless claw-foot tub. Outdoor highlights include a manageable yard area and a covered front entry that adds character and curb appeal. The detached garage provides additional parking space and practical storage options, enhancing the property's overall functionality.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1217 W Allen St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $2,930 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALH2014900
- Updated: 3/31/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bathroom 1, Bonus Room, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
- Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Allentown City (12302)
- Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
- County: LEHIGH
- Subdivision: ALLENTOWN CITY
- Driving Directions: From Highway 22 west or east to 15th street exit towards Allentown. Left on Roth Ave, proceed through light and make slight right onto 13th St., Left on W Allen. Property will be on the left hand side.
School Information
- School District: Allentown
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,956
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,434 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,434 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1916
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,786
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 120.00
- Zoning: R-MH
- Lot Description: Level, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Vinyl, Board
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $191.77
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,044
- City/TownTax: $544
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $341
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $90,300
- Tax Amount: $2,930
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Ring cameras on site are property of the tenants.
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer
- Lot Number: 12
Listed by Howard Hanna The Frederick Group, Heather Kidd
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Schools
Schools serving 1217 W Allen St
School District:Allentown City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Luis A. Ramos El School 1430 West Allen Street, Allentown, PA 18102 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Trexler Middle School 851 North 15th Street, Allentown, PA 18102 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
William Allen High School 106 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1217 W Allen St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/31/2026
Listed
$275,000
34.15%
MLS
2/17/2022
Sold
$205,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1217 W Allen St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$2,931
1%
$90,300
—
2025
$2,910
—
$90,300
—
2024
$2,910
100%
$90,300
—
2023
-100%
$90,300
—
2022
$4,565
71%
$90,300
—
2019
$2,666
—
$90,300
—
2020
$2,678
2%
$90,300
—
2019
$2,634
7%
$90,300
—
2018
$2,462
3%
$90,300
—
2017
$2,399
—
$90,300
—
2016
$2,403
—
$90,300
—
2015
$2,405
-33%
$90,300
—
2014
$3,573
—
$90,300
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1217 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA 18104 (MLS# PALH2014900) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1217 W Allen Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on March 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 1217 W Allen Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Allentown? You can browse all Allentown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
