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408 N 2nd St
C- Composite 51.38
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  • Cash flow +19.2/30.0
  • ARV discount +10.2/15.0
  • DSCR +6.1/10.0
  • 1% rule +4.2/10.0
  • Livability +4.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +3.9/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +1.2/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$209,900

408 N 2nd St · Allentown, PA 18102
4 bd · 1.0 ba · 1,380 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 14 Days on market
Built 1900 923 sqft lot $152/sqft · 6% below area Est $223k · 6% under

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

Key facts

  • Plush new carpet
  • New flooring
  • Modern kitchen

Tags

MODERN KITCHENNEW FLOORINGPLUSH NEW CARPETNEW ELECTRICAL PANELBRAND NEW WINDOWS

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 3.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 4-bed/1.0-bath single-family listed at $210k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $227 ($3k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $194k (7.8% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $194k (7.8% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
  • Cap rate 7.6% vs local median 5.3% in Allentown — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 81/100 on livability (#171 in PA, #1,440 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: schools D+, employment D.
  • Allentown City SD (urban): math 10% / reading 20% proficiency, ranked #513 of 539 in PA (top 95%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 73% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+5.5%/yr); 167 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 19d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); lower-income renter base — watch delinquency; 765 units permitted in Lehigh County in 2024 (286 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • At $1,936/mo this rent would consume 54% of the median local household income ($43k/yr) (locally 4313% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $6k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Lehigh County population projected at +21% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • Only 14 days on market — expect competitive offers; lowballing is unlikely to land.
  • 8 sale attempts since 21y ago; this cycle's ask is 5% above the opening price — seller raised mid-cycle; expect resistance to lowballs.
  • Current owner paid $142k; 47% above their basis — modest negotiation headroom, anchor on the comps not their cost.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1900 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
  • Climate carrying-cost: major flood risk; extreme-heat days projected 7→15/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $193,630 (7.8% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. Built in 1900 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  2. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  3. Schools are D-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
  4. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  5. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  6. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.92%
Cap rate
7.59%
Cash-on-cash
4.64%
DSCR
1.21
GRM
9.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$223,373
List price
$209,900
Delta
-6.03%
Verdict
FAIR
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 5 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
175 W Pine St 0.09mi 3/1.0 (-1) 1,344 (-3%) 17mo $115,000 $86 72
40 N Wood St 0.35mi 4/1.0 1,536 (+11%) 3mo $230,000 $150 62
27 W Allen St 0.33mi 3/1.0 (-1) 1,242 (-10%) 12mo $155,000 $125 53
612 Page St 0.62mi 3/1.0 (-1) 1,268 (-8%) 6mo $159,500 $126 48
416 5th St 0.45mi 3/2.0 (-1) 1,224 (-11%) 6mo $194,000 $158 46

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 5.48% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-6.6%
Equity multiple
0.75×
Total profit
$-14,651
Equity at exit
$31,297
10-year hold
IRR
5.6%
Equity multiple
1.46×
Total profit
$27,003
Equity at exit
$18,148

Cash invested: $58,772 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
62 Landlord-Friendly
State Pennsylvania
62 Landlord-Friendly · EVEN
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
10-day notice; Philadelphia has eviction-court diversion + some protections; otherwise moderate.

ZIP-level market 18102

Rents YoY
5.5%
Active inventory
167
Price-to-rent
9.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,936 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,101
Tax from tax record
$114 /mo · $1,371/yr
Insurance
$87
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$407
Net cashflow
$227

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,649
Max offer price $209,900
Occupancy floor 83%

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$52,475
Closing costs
$6,297
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 40 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
213 Chew St Allentown, PA 5.0 1.0 1725 $2,100 $1.22 43d 1 0.09mi
132 Chew St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1160 $1,995 $1.72 14d 1 0.21mi
208 Ridge Ave Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1396 $1,700 $1.22 23d 1 0.23mi
208 Ridge Ave Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1396 $1,600 $1.15 2d 1 0.23mi
236 N Front St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1020 $1,800 $1.76 2d 1 0.26mi
407 N 4th St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1321 $1,550 $1.17 23d 1 0.28mi
517 Elliger St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1235 $1,700 $1.38 23d 1 0.28mi
164 W Tilghman St Allentown, PA 5.0 2.0 1801 $2,250 $1.25 23d 1 0.30mi
177 W Tilghman St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1800 $1,650 $0.92 2d 1 0.31mi
111 Ridge Ave Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1658 $1,650 $1.00 43d 1 0.32mi
395 W Allen St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1344 $1,800 $1.34 23d 1 0.34mi
432 N Law St Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1328 $1,500 $1.13 14d 1 0.48mi
528 N 6th St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 967 $1,700 $1.76 14d 1 0.56mi
535 Tilghman St Unit 2ND Allentown, PA 4.0 2.0 1500 $1,750 $1.17 2d 1 0.58mi
622 W Chew St Unit 2 Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1161 $1,600 $1.38 19d 1 0.59mi
626 Oak St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1396 $1,900 $1.36 43d 1 0.60mi
347 N 7th St Apt 3 Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1200 $1,500 $1.25 43d 1 0.62mi
622 Park St Allentown, PA 5.0 1.5 1638 $2,300 $1.40 2d 1 0.64mi
631 W Allen St Allentown, PA 5.0 1.5 1695 $2,100 $1.24 43d 1 0.64mi
854 N Penn St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1502 $1,850 $1.23 14d 1 0.64mi
209 N Eighth St Apt 2 Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1430 $1,550 $1.08 43d 1 0.75mi
1111 Fullerton Ave Allentown, PA 5.0 1.5 1670 $2,200 $1.32 43d 1 0.75mi
913 N 6th St Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1476 $1,698 $1.15 14d 1 0.76mi
828 W Gordon St Allentown, PA 4.0 2.5 1628 $2,250 $1.38 2d 1 0.80mi
450 Hanover Ave Allentown, PA 5.0 1.0 1692 $2,200 $1.30 23d 1 0.81mi
551 Sumner Ct Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1270 $1,700 $1.34 2d 1 0.81mi
936 N 6th St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1014 $1,700 $1.68 23d 1 0.81mi
635 N Lumber St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1117 $1,750 $1.57 2d 1 0.83mi
832 Chestnut St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1124 $2,100 $1.87 23d 1 0.85mi
814 Washington St #2 Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1200 $1,600 $1.33 2d 1 0.87mi
314 Barber St Lot 35 Allentown, PA 3.0 2.5 1525 $2,450 $1.61 19d 1 0.89mi
823 W Washington St Allentown, PA 4.0 1.0 1400 $1,950 $1.39 14d 1 0.90mi
230 E Fairview St Allentown, PA 3.0 2.0 1414 $2,300 $1.63 23d 1 0.91mi
856 N 8th St Allentown, PA 5.0 1.5 1499 $1,975 $1.32 19d 1 0.91mi
915 Tilghman St Apt 4 Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1250 $1,750 $1.40 23d 1 0.93mi
944 W Gordon St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.5 1146 $1,750 $1.53 23d 1 0.93mi
229 Peach St Allentown, PA 3.0 2.0 882 $1,800 $2.04 14d 1 1.07mi
626 N 11th St Allentown, PA 4.0 1.5 1642 $2,200 $1.34 2d 1 1.13mi
644 Lehigh St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1714 $2,250 $1.31 43d 1 1.21mi
743 N Halstead St Allentown, PA 3.0 1.0 1356 $1,800 $1.33 2d 1 1.21mi

Listing history 23 events

  1. 2026-05-13
    status Pending 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  2. 2026-05-06
    price $209,900 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  3. 2026-05-06
    status Active 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  4. 2026-05-06
    price $109,900 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  5. 2026-03-03
    status Pending 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  6. 2026-02-24
    listed $199,900 Active 1452-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1452 chars)

    STOP SCROLLING: THE PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! Prepare to be wowed! Click through the gallery to see this total transformation in person—from the gleaming modern kitchen to living spaces, every inch of this home has been refreshed for Spring. Shake off the winter chill and step into this stunningly reimagined 4-bedroom sanctuary! Perfectly timed for the blooming season, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom, offering that "brand-new" feel with all the hard work already done for you. Fresh Upgrades & Modern Luxury Why wait for renovations when you can start living on day one? This home is bursting with high-end improvements designed for comfort and peace of mind: Chef-Ready Kitchen: A total transformation featuring sleek cabinetry and gleaming stainless-steel appliances. The entire interior boasts a crisp, tasteful paint palette that maximizes the natural Spring sunlight pouring through the brand-new windows. Experience the luxury of new flooring throughout the main levels and plush, new carpet in the bedrooms. System Upgrades are solid with a new electrical panel and circuit breaker. Nestled in a prime spot that keeps you connected to the best of the Lehigh Valley. Move-In Ready Advantage: Seller is providing a Clear C/O, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the new owners! This affordable gem won't last through the weekend! Note: Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Agent.

  7. 2026-01-13
    historical
  8. 2025-11-06
    listed $209,900 Active
  9. 2022-06-22
    soldstatus $142,500
  10. 2022-06-17
    soldstatus $142,500 Sold
  11. 2022-05-15
    price $142,500
  12. 2022-05-15
    status Pending
  13. 2022-05-06
    listed $129,900 Active
  14. 2020-07-21
    soldstatus $42,000 Sold
  15. 2020-06-16
    status Pending
  16. 2020-03-20
    listed $49,900 Active
  17. 2007-12-20
    historical
  18. 2007-08-08
    listed $79,900
  19. 2007-08-02
    historical
  20. 2007-08-01
    listed $79,900
  21. 2005-09-28
    soldstatus $46,000
  22. 2005-08-29
    listed $47,900
  23. 2000-10-05
    soldstatus $25,500

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast PA · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$1,371 · $114/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$2,344 · $195/mo
Expected delta
+$973/yr (+$81/mo · 70.9%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 6/10 Major FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 27% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 3/10 Moderate
  • 🌡 Heat 5/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥100°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 4/10 Moderate 15% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 3 unhealthy d/yr today · 4 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$23,236
− Mortgage interest
−$11,758
− Property taxes
−$1,371
− Insurance
−$1,050
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,859
− Management
−$1,859
− Depreciation
−$6,106
Taxable loss
−$767
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$184
After-tax cash flow
$2,911/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Allentown City SD
NCES district ID
4202280
Math proficiency
10% ▼ -10.00%
Reading proficiency
20% ▼ -15.00%
Median HH income
$36,337
Composite
12.43/100
National rank
#9630
State rank
#513 of 539 in PA

Livability — Allentown

Score
81/100
State rank
#171
US rank
#1440

Category grades

Amenities A Commute A+ Cost of living A+ Crime C+ Employment D Housing A+ Health & safety A+ User ratings D+

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Allentown, PA
County
Lehigh County · 333,019 people
City population
172,996
Metro
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
Population (ZIP)
51,001
Household income
$43,085
Rent vs Own
67.9% rent · 32.1% own
Severe rent burden
4313.0

Population outlook (Lehigh County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
392,957 people
By 2030
408,319 · +3.9%
By 2040
440,007 · +12.0%
By 2050
475,940 · +21.1%
By 2075
590,448 · +50.3%
By 2100
690,314 · +75.7%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly Hispanic (69%)
Race & ethnicity
Hispanic / Latino 69% Two or more races 28% White 18% Black 10%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 3% Puerto Rican 38% Dominican 22%
Common ancestry
Polish 1% Romanian 1% Hispanic 1%
Foreign-born
22% · Canada, Jamaica
Languages at home
45% English-only · Spanish 52% Arabic 2%

Political lean MEDSL · Lehigh

2024 margin
Toss-up / Even · D 50.7% · R 48.0% · Other 1.2%
2008→2024 swing
-12.9pp toward R · 2008: 15.6pp · 2024: 2.7pp
All cycles
2024: D+2.7 2020: D+7.6 2016: D+4.4 2012: D+7.5 2008: D+15.6

Not yet ingested

Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -227.01%
Current HPI
404.834
Rent YoY
▲ 5.48%
Metro
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
State GDP YoY
▲ 1.68%
F500 in state
34

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in PA)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+723.1% since first listed
23 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-13 Pending GLVRMLS
  • 2026-05-06 Price Changed $209,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2026-05-06 Relisted GLVRMLS
  • 2026-05-06 Price Changed $109,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2026-03-03 Pending GLVRMLS
  • 2026-02-24 Listed $199,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2026-01-13 Listing Removed GLVRMLS
  • 2025-11-06 Listed $209,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2022-06-22 Sold (Public Records) $142,500 Public Records
  • 2022-06-17 Sold (MLS) $142,500 GLVRMLS
  • 2022-05-15 Price Changed $142,500 GLVRMLS
  • 2022-05-15 Pending GLVRMLS
  • 2022-05-06 Listed $129,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2020-07-21 Sold (MLS) $42,000 GLVRMLS
  • 2020-06-16 Pending GLVRMLS
  • 2020-03-20 Listed $49,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2007-12-20 Listing Removed GLVRMLS
  • 2007-08-08 Listed $79,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2007-08-02 Listing Removed GLVRMLS
  • 2007-08-01 Listed $79,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2005-09-28 Sold (MLS) $46,000 GLVRMLS
  • 2005-08-29 Listed $47,900 GLVRMLS
  • 2000-10-05 Sold (Public Records) $25,500 Public Records

Property tax history

-2.0%/yr

Latest (2026): $1,371 · +0.7% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

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