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Property Description
Welcome to 27 W Allen Street, a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home nestled in the heart of Allentown. This cozy residence features two bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor, with a private third bedroom on the third floor-perfect for a guest room, office, or creative space. The unfinished basement offers ample storage space, while the first-floor laundry adds convenience. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with a garden, a storage shed for extra space, and a covered porch-ideal for barbeques or relaxing evenings outdoors. Located just steps from The Waterfront, Allentown's $300 million mixed-use redevelopment along the Lehigh River, this home is perfectly positioned for future growth. The Waterfront will feature luxury apartments, Class A office space, a vibrant restaurant and retail promenade, outdoor plazas, and a signature half-mile River Walk, transforming the area into a premier lifestyle destination. The development also includes plans for new public parks and recreational spaces, enhancing the community's green space and providing residents with additional outdoor amenities. With easy access to major roads and public transportation, this property offers immediate comfort and long-term investment potential. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an investor seeking a promising opportunity, this single-family home has excellent potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 27 W Allen St
General
- Sold For: $155,000
- Taxes: $1,627 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALH2011912
- Added to Site: 243 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Wood Floors, Family Room Off Kitchen
- Appliances: Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Laminated, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: Off Street
Location
- Area: Allentown City (12302)
- Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
- County: Lehigh
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: From 476N take exit 56 to merge onto 22E. Take the Fullerton Ave exit. Continue on Fullerton Ave and continue onto N Front St. Turn left onto W Allen St. Property will be on the left.
School Information
- School District: Allentown
- Elementary School: Sheridan
- Middle School: Harrison-Morton
- High School: Louis E Dieruff
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Hot Water, Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,242
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,242 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,242 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1872
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,505
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 124.00
- Zoning: R-MH
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $136.07
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,193
- City/TownTax: $234
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $199
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $52,700
- Tax Amount: $1,627
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Washer, dryer, and kitchen refrigerator in as-is condition with no monetary value.
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by Moments Real Estate, Luke Douglas Miller
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Schools
Schools serving 27 W Allen St
School District:Allentown City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sheridan El School 521 North 2nd Street, Allentown, PA 18102 | 1-5 | 0.2 mi |
Harrison-Morton Middle School 137 North 2nd Street, Allentown, PA 18101 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Louis E Dieruff High School 815 North Irving Street, Allentown, PA 18109 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 27 W Allen St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2025
Sold
$155,000
-8.28%
MLS
5/22/2025
Listed
$169,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
27 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA 18102 (MLS# PALH2011912) is a Single Family property that was sold at $155,000 on June 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 27 W Allen 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.

