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Multi-Family Residence with Detached Garage

1217 W Allen Street Allentown, PA 18102

1217 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA, 18102
$265,000
For Sale
$265,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Allentown City, PA

Property Size1,434 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Price / SF$184.80
Days on Market111

Property Features for 1217 W Allen Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R-Mh-Medium High Density
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1
Parking
1
Parking features
Garage, On Street, Off Street
Standard status
Active
APN
549762839211 001
Size
1,434 SF
Lot size
0.04 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2931

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Other (Heating), Natural Gas
Cooling system
Ceiling Fan(s)
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1916
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
1
Flooring type
Hardwood
Building materials
Brick
Listing Agency Howard Hanna TheFrederickGroup
3500 Winchester Rd, Ste 201, Allentown, PA
Listed by Heather Kidd
Added: Mar 30 Checked: Jul 18 at 7:06 am
MLS# 772553 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

1217 W Allen Street is a multi-family residence featuring a practical interior layout with a bright living area and separate dining space. The kitchen is described as modern yet functional, and the upper level includes three well-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Additional space on the upper floor provides flexibility for storage, a workspace, or other reconfiguration depending on an operator’s needs. Outside, the property includes a covered front entry, a manageable yard area designed to keep exterior maintenance manageable, and a detached garage that can support additional parking or storage.

The property is located in Allentown City, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It is zoned R-Mh-Medium High Density, offering a residential framework for multi-family use. The lot is listed at 0.041 acres, and the property size is noted as 1,434 square feet.

This home may appeal to buyers and investors looking for a residence with clear room separation, an established bedroom layout, and practical site features such as the detached garage and a covered entry. The flexible upper-floor area can be useful for tenants who need extra space, or for operators planning interior adjustments without changing the overall footprint.

Key Highlights

  • Brick home built in 1916 with hardwood flooring
  • 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a full bath on the upper floor
  • Public water and public sewer connection

Local Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $25.8k $18.00
− Vacancy −$1.8k −$1.22
EGI $24.1k $16.78
− OpEx −$10.8k −$7.55
NOI $13.2k $9.23
1,434 SF · lease $18.00/SF/yr · vacancy 6.80% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$189.0K
$165.4K – $220.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $13,231 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.99%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$281.7K
$246.5K – $328.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,720 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.44%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Single family properties

Suggested Use

Locksmith Travel Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Acupuncture Skin Care Clinic (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Restaurant Gym & Fitness Center Wine and Liquor Store Catering Service

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Single family property - Well-laid-out residence with 3 bedrooms, manageable outdoor space, and a detached garage for parking or storage needs.
Where is this single family property located?
The property is located at 1217 W Allen Street Allentown, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $265,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Brick home built in 1916 with hardwood flooring; 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a full bath on the upper floor; Public water and public sewer connection
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