For sale

$239,900

542 N New St, Allentown, PA 18102

3beds

1,300sqft

$1,659/mo

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Townhouse, Single Family Residence

Built in 1863

2,831 Square Feet Lot

$238,300 Zestimate^®

$185/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Finished attic bonus roomFresh interior paintAmple off-street parkingSeveral new windowsConvenient first-floor laundry roomElectric hot waterEconomical natural gas heat

Welcome to 542 N. New Street, Allentown! This well-maintained home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a finished attic bonus room that is ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional living space. One of the bedrooms features access to a private balcony with stairs leading to the street. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, new flooring throughout the first floor, several new windows, a new front entry door, and a new side and back roof.. The convenient first-floor laundry room adds to the home's functionality. Enjoy the convenience of ample off-street parking, providing plenty of space for multiple vehicles. The home is equipped with economical natural gas heat and electric hot water. For added peace of mind, the property will be conveyed with a clear Certificate of Occupancy (CO) from the City of Allentown, making it move-in ready for its new owners.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Description: Nice size closet
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00

Heating

Gas, Radiator(s)

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Traditional Floorplan
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank, Tile
Basement: Concrete

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,300
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Off Street

Features

Stories: 3
Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Porch
Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Porch

Lot

Size: 2,831 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 5497824744831
Zoning: R-MH
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Basement, Block
Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass

Condition

Year built: 1863

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Not in Development

Location

Region: Allentown

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $185/sqft
Tax assessed value: $68,500
Annual tax amount: $2,303
Date on market: 8/11/2026
Ownership type: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$238,300

$226,000 - $250,000

$1,901/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/11/2026	Listed for sale	$239,900+219.9%$185/sqft
Source: GLVR #780644 Report a problem
1/31/2022	Sold	$75,000+36.4%$58/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/17/2018	Sold	$55,000$42/sqft
Source: GLVR #566055 Report a problem
7/9/2018	Price change	$55,000-8.3%$42/sqft
Source: EXP Realty LLC #1001762848 Report a problem
6/30/2018	Price change	$60,000-2.4%$46/sqft
Source: EXP Realty LLC #1001762848 Report a problem
5/29/2018	Listed for sale	$61,500$47/sqft
Source: EXP Realty LLC #566055 Report a problem
3/14/2018	Listing removed	$61,500$47/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #566055 Report a problem
3/3/2018	Price change	$61,500-2.4%$47/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #566055 Report a problem
1/19/2018	Price change	$63,000-3.1%$48/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #566055 Report a problem
12/15/2017	Price change	$65,000-7.1%$50/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #566055 Report a problem
10/5/2017	Price change	$70,000-6%$54/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #546571 Report a problem
5/16/2017	Price change	$74,500-9.1%$57/sqft
Source: Lehigh Valley Regional Realty #546571 Report a problem
10/28/2016	Listed for sale	$82,000+46.4%$63/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #533523 Report a problem
3/1/2006	Sold	$56,000+3.7%$43/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/1/2004	Sold	$54,000+107.7%$42/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/20/2003	Sold	$26,000-49.5%$20/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/23/1999	Sold	$51,500-10.4%$40/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/24/1998	Sold	$57,500+219.4%$44/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/8/1998	Sold	$18,000$14/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$3,803 +2%	$68,500
2025	$3,727	$68,500
2024	$3,727	$68,500
2023	$3,727	$68,500
2022	$3,727 +3.4%	$68,500
2021	$3,606 +1.5%	$68,500
2020	$3,551 +11278.9%	$68,500
2019	$31 +1.6%	$68,500
2018	$31	$68,500
2017	--	$68,500
2016	--	$68,500
2015	--	$68,500
2014	--	$68,500 +216.4%
2012	--	$21,650
2011	--	$21,650
2010	--	$21,650
2009	--	$21,650
2008	--	$21,650
2007	--	$21,650
2006	--	$21,650
2005	--	$21,650
2004	--	$21,650
2003	--	$21,650