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  • Price cut: $5K (6/27)
    $234,900

    274 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109

    3beds
    1,281sqft
    : 
    $1,577/mo
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    Townhouse, Multi Family
    Built in 1900
    1,437 Square Feet Lot
    $233,400 Zestimate®
    $183/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Heather Kidd 302-462-5143,

    Howard Hanna TheFrederickGroup 610-398-0411

    Source: GLVR,MLS#: 772601MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric
      Cooling
      • None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,281 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two and One Half
      • Stories: 2.5
      Lot
      • Size: 1,437 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 120
      Details
      • Parcel number: 640781263518 001
      • Zoning: R-Mh-Medium High Density
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Property subtype: Townhouse, Multi Family
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not in Development
      Location
      • Region: Allentown

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $183/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $73,400
      • Annual tax amount: $2,392
      • Date on market: 3/30/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 157 days

        Estimated market value

        $233,400

        $222,000 - $245,000

        $1,882/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/13/2026Pending sale$234,900$183/sqft
        Source: GLVR #772609 Report a problem
        6/27/2026Price change$234,900-2.1%$183/sqft
        Source: GLVR #772609 Report a problem
        3/30/2026Listed for sale$239,900$187/sqft
        Source: GLVR #772609 Report a problem
        9/29/2024Listing removed$239,900$187/sqft
        Source: GLVR #742906 Report a problem
        8/4/2024Listed for sale$239,900-16.1%$187/sqft
        Source: GLVR #742906 Report a problem
        8/2/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/22/2024Listed for sale$285,900+43%$223/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/2/2024Listing removed$200,000$156/sqft
        Source: GLVR #733563 Report a problem
        2/26/2024Listed for sale$200,000+60%$156/sqft
        Source: GLVR #733563 Report a problem
        8/12/2021Sold$125,000+39%$98/sqft
        Source: GLVR #669419 Report a problem
        10/19/2018Listing removed$1,150$1/sqft
        Source: Keystone Property Management & Maintenance LLC #592898 Report a problem
        10/6/2018Listed for rent$1,150$1/sqft
        Source: Keystone Property Management & Maintenance LLC #592898 Report a problem
        1/26/2018Sold$89,900+168.4%$70/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/17/2013Sold$33,501-4.3%$26/sqft
        Source: GLVR #449014 Report a problem
        4/20/2013Listed for sale$35,000-64.6%$27/sqft
        Source: Cassidon Realty Corp #449014 Report a problem
        12/19/2010Listing removed$99,000$77/sqft
        Source: Quaint Oak Real Estate, LLC #364337 Report a problem
        6/23/2010Listed for sale$99,000+54.7%$77/sqft
        Source: Quaint Oak Real Estate, LLC #364337 Report a problem
        9/16/2004Sold$64,000$50/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$4,075 +2%$73,400
        2025$3,994 $73,400
        2024$3,994 $73,400
        2023$3,994 $73,400
        2022$3,994 +3.4%$73,400
        2021$3,864 +1.5%$73,400
        2020$3,805 +11279.8%$73,400
        2019$33 +1.6%$73,400
        2018$33 $73,400
        2017-- $73,400
        2016-- $73,400
        2015-- $73,400
        2014-- $73,400 +168.4%
        2012-- $27,350
        2011-- $27,350
        2010-- $27,350
        2009-- $27,350
        2008-- $27,350
        2007-- $27,350
        2006-- $27,350
        2005-- $27,350
        2004-- $27,350
        2003-- $27,350
        2002-- $27,350
        2000-- $27,350
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: East Allentown

        Getting around

        38 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Some Transit
        47 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Allentown

        Source: GLVR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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