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Property Description
This property presents a solid investment opportunity on Allentown's East Side, offering strong rental potential and long-term value growth. The home features a practical, well-designed layout with comfortable living areas, an updated and functional kitchen, and well-proportioned bedrooms, including a finished attic that adds valuable flexibility for occupants. Recent improvements and efficient mechanical systems support low-maintenance ownership, making the property suitable for immediate occupancy while still allowing room for future value-add enhancements. The exterior offers a manageable yard and off-street parking options, enhancing tenant appeal and ease of upkeep. Whether you're expanding an existing portfolio or making your first investment purchase, this home provides an attractive combination of affordability, rental viability, and long-term upside potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 274 E Elm St
General
- Price: $239,900
- Taxes: $2,392 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PALH2014856
- Updated: 3/31/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Attic
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Sound System
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, On Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Rear Entry
Location
- Area: Allentown City (12302)
- Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
- County: LEHIGH
- Subdivision: EAST ALLENTOWN
- Cross Streets: Carlisle St
- Driving Directions: From Fullerton Ave, turn right onto American Pkwy, left on Hamilton St, slight right onto W Hamilton St, right onto S Carlisle St, right on E Elm St, property will be on left hand side.
School Information
- School District: Allentown
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Wall Unit
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,681
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,281 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,281 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,440
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 12.00 x 120.00
- Zoning: R-MH
- Lot Description: Level, Not In Development
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Rear, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $187.28
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,662
- City/TownTax: $452
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $277
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $73,400
- Tax Amount: $2,392
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Refrigerator
- Inclusions: washer, dryer
- Lot Number: 30
Listed by Howard Hanna The Frederick Group, Heather Kidd
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Schools
Schools serving 274 E Elm St
School District:Allentown City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mosser El School 129 South Dauphin Street, Allentown, PA 18109 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Harrison-Morton Middle School 137 North 2nd Street, Allentown, PA 18101 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Louis E Dieruff High School 815 North Irving Street, Allentown, PA 18109 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 274 E Elm St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/31/2026
Listed
$239,900
91.92%
MLS
8/11/2021
Sold
$125,000
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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 274 E Elm St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$2,392
1%
$73,400
—
2025
$2,375
—
$73,400
—
2024
$2,375
—
$73,400
—
2023
$2,375
-36%
$73,400
—
2022
$3,698
70%
$73,400
—
2019
$2,176
-1%
$73,400
—
2020
$2,187
2%
$73,400
—
2019
$2,151
7%
$73,400
—
2018
$2,009
3%
$73,400
—
2017
$1,958
—
$73,400
—
2016
$1,961
—
$73,400
—
2015
$1,962
-32%
$73,400
—
2014
$2,904
—
$73,400
—
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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274 E Elm Street, Allentown, PA 18109 (MLS# PALH2014856) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 274 E Elm Street is currently listed for $239,900 and was received on March 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 274 E Elm 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.

