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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home in the highly desirable West End Allentown neighborhood, where thoughtful renovations and modern upgrades make this home truly move-in ready. Stunning curb appeal and a charming covered front porch welcome you into the gorgeous main level. The bright and inviting living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen features a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops, and an abundance of cabinet space. A convenient door off the kitchen leads to the flat, fully fenced backyard featuring a covered patio-perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the private outdoor space. The main level offers three generously sized bedrooms, all served by a beautifully updated full hall bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed walk-in shower with a built-in bench. Completed in 2025, the fully finished basement dramatically expands the home's living space. This incredible lower level includes a spacious family room, a gorgeous new full bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a dedicated laundry room complete with built-in cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and a stainless steel utility sink, plus a versatile bonus room with a large walk-in closet. Currently used as an exercise room, this flexible space could easily serve as a home office or guest room. Extensive improvements throughout the home provide exceptional peace of mind, including a new roof (2022), updated electrical (2022), complete interior and exterior painting (2025), a whole-house water softener and filtration system with reverse osmosis drinking water purification, a complete plumbing upgrade replacing iron piping with PVC, a new 80-gallon electric water heater (2025), new HVAC system with heat pump (2024), new oil boiler (2022), widened and refinished driveway (2025), new sidewalks surrounding the home (2025), refreshed landscaping, and a new privacy fence (2025). Ideally located in a prime location close to shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuting routes, this exceptional home combines modern updates, functional living space, and an unbeatable location. Seller will provide clear Certificate of Occupancy. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2518 W Elm St
General
- Price: $400,000
- Taxes: $3,683 (2026)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALH2016160
- Updated: 7/10/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
- Expected Market Date: 7/17/2026
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven/Range - Electric
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Built In
Location
- Area: Allentown City (12302)
- Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
- County: LEHIGH
- Subdivision: HAMILTON PARK
- Cross Streets: S Glenwood St
- Driving Directions: Take I-78 to Hamilton Blvd Exit, Take Hamilton Blvd towards S Cedar Crest Blvd, Turn Right onto S Ott St, Turn Left onto Elm St, Home will be on the Right.
School Information
- School District: Allentown
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 1,988
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,988 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,135 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 853 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1956
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,800
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 60.00 x 130.00
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $352.42
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $3,156
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $526
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $139,400
- Tax Amount: $3,683
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Gym Equipment Attached to Wall, TV Mounts, Ring Doorbells and Security Cameras
- Inclusions: Sofa in Basement Play Area
- Lot Number: 2
Listed by Redfin Corporation, Callie Kimmel
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Schools
Schools serving 2518 W Elm St
School District:Allentown City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Union Terrace El School 1939 Union Street, Allentown, PA 18104 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Francis D Raub Middle School 102 South Saint Cloud Street, Allentown, PA 18104 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
William Allen High School 106 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 2518 W Elm St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$400,000
11.11%
MLS
6/18/2024
Sold
$360,000
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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 2518 W Elm St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$4,880
1%
$139,400
—
2025
$4,835
—
$139,400
—
2024
$4,835
—
$139,400
—
2023
$4,835
-27%
$139,400
—
2022
$6,594
48%
$139,400
—
2019
$4,457
—
$139,400
—
2020
$4,477
2%
$139,400
—
2019
$4,409
8%
$139,400
—
2018
$4,072
2%
$139,400
—
2017
$3,975
—
$139,400
—
2016
$3,981
—
$139,400
—
2015
$3,981
-28%
$139,400
—
2014
$5,516
—
$139,400
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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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2518 W Elm Street, Allentown, PA 18104 (MLS# PALH2016160) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2518 W Elm Street is currently listed for $400,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 2518 W Elm Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Allentown? You can browse all Allentown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

