Introduction
About Allentown, PA

Today Allentown is the largest city in the Lehigh Valley region with a population of over 100,000 people. Despite its industrial past, the city’s economic focus has moved away from heavy manufacturing and has expanded to include service-based industries, a little high-tech industry, and medicine, with its biggest employer being the Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network. Allentown boasts an exceptional public school system, a selection of private schools, and two four-year liberal arts colleges—Cedar Crest College and Muhlenberg College—both of which have appeared high on rankings published by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. Aside from the excitement found in the nearby cities of Philadelphia and New York, Allentown offers its own list of cultural attractions and recreation, from museums and theater to baseball games. History buffs will love touring Allentown’s treasured past at landmarks such as the Allentown Cemetery Park (est. 1765), Bogert’s Covered Bridge, the Buchman House, the Butz-Groff House, the Old Zion Reformed Church and Liberty Bell Shrine Museum, and Trout Hall—the oldest house in Allentown, built by the son of William Allen in 1770. For a night of theater or music, Allentown has two premier performing arts venues—19th Street Theatre, home of Civic Theatre of Allentown, and the Allentown Symphony Hall, which is home to the Allentown Symphony Orchestra and other local music performances. And when the weather is too good to stay indoors, Allentown offers several parks and gardens, as well as the William F. Curtis Arboretum and the Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. Also, Allentown is home to professional sports teams the Lehigh Valley IronPigs baseball, Philadelphia Force softball, and Pennsylvania Stoners Soccer. The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are affiliated with the Philadelphia Phillies, and play their home games at Allentown’s brand new $48.4 million Coca-Cola Park.

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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 111,694
Population Density 6,297 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 57,721
Male Population 53,973
Median Age 34.12 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 48%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College INFO COMP SYST INST
Distance to INFO COMP SYST INST 3 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College MUHLENBERG COLLEGE
Distance to MUHLENBERG COLLEGE 2 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 43,553
Family Households 25,890
Average Family Size 3.24
Average Household Income $45,632
Median Household Income $38,605
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 48%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 1.39
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.66
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.67
Murder Risk (County) 0.69
Rape Risk (County) 0.85
Robbery Risk 0.79
Assault Risk (County) 0.55
Property Risk (County) 0.77
Burglary Risk (County) 0.76
Larceny Risk (County) 1.00
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.46

Environment

Average July High Temperature 83.9° F
Average January Low Temperature 19.1° F
Annual Precipitation 45.17 inches
Air Pollution Index 89% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6%
Nearest Airport LEHIGH VALLEY INTERNATIONAL
Distance to LEHIGH VALLEY INTERNATIONAL 4 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team READING PHILLIES (AA)
Distance to READING PHILLIES (AA) 28 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
KIDSPEACE WILLIAM PENN SCHOOLSPECIAL EDUCATION401 W ALLEN ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTERSPECIAL EDUCATION830 S WOODWARD ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
KIDSPEACE WASHINGTON SCHOOLSPECIAL EDUCATION1610 E EMMAUS AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5424 N 9TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5521 N 2ND ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5837 N 9TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51124 W TURNER ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5517 N 15TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5829 TURNER STREET, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
FRANCIS D RAUB MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8102 S ST CLOUD ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
TREXLER MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8851 N 15TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
SPRINGHOUSE MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 81200 SPRINGHOUSE RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
HARRISON MORTON MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8137 N 2ND ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
SOUTH MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8709 W EMMAUS AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
SALISBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 83301 DEVONSHIRE RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL7 - 9720 N 6TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
ROBERTO CLEMENTE CHARTER SCHOOLK - 12136 S 4TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
LEHIGH VALLEY CHRN HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121414 E CEDAR ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
VISTA HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12641 N 7TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12301 N 4TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
WILLIAM ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12126 N 17TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
PARKLAND HIGH SCHOOL9 - 122700 N CEDAR CREST BLVD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
SALISBURY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12500 E MONTGOMERY ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
LOUIS E DIERUFF HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12815 N IRVING ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5210 W SUSQUEHANNA ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
MUHLENBERG ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5740 N 21ST ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
HIRAM W DODD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51944 S CHURCH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
LEHIGH PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51708 CORONADO ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
WESTERN SALISBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 53201 DEVONSHIRE RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
PARKWAY MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5768 PARKWAY RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
UNION TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51939 UNION ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
CETRONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 53635 BROADWAY, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
KRATZER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 52200 HUCKLEBERRY RD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
HARRY S TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51400 GASKILL AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
RITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5740 N PLYMOUTH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
MOSSER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5129 S DAUPHIN ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
THE LUTHERAN ACADEMYK - 6802 N 19TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRN SCHOOLK - 8934 HANOVER AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOLK - 81035 W WASHINGTON ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOLK - 81040 FLEXER AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
DATZYK MONTESSORI SCHOOLK - 33300 BROADWAY, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
NATIVITY LUTHERAN DEVELOPMENT CENTERK - 64004 W TILGHMAN ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5750 ST JOHN ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
SWAIN SCHOOLK - 81100 S 24TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
JEWISH DAY SCHOOLK - 82313 W PENNSYLVANIA ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 8210 N 18TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 8510 RIDGE AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
LIFE ACADEMYK - 8855 N MAXWELL ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
LEHIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMYK - 81151 S CEDAR CREST BLVD, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
ST PAUL'S SCHOOLK - 8219 W SUSQUEHANNA ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
SACRED HEART SCHOOLK - 8325 N 4TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
MIDWAY MANOR EARLY CHILD CENTERPRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN2020 E PENNSYLVANIA ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
LINCOLN EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOLPRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN1402 W WALNUT ST, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA609 W HAMILTON ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSFIRSTRUST SAVINGS BANK701 W HAMILTON ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSKNBT835 W HAMILTON ST # 100 ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSMERIDIAN TRUST CO645 HAMILTON MALL ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK625 W LINDEN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK640 W HAMILTON ST # 4 ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK702 W HAMILTON ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
BANKSB B & L CHIROPRACTIC LLC850 N 5TH ST # A ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA1443 W ALLEN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSBANK OF PENNSYLVANIA1250 W TILGHMAN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSEAST PENN BANK1602 W ALLEN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSFIRST NATIONAL BANK-PALMERTON1449 N BATH BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSM & T BANK1250 W TILGHMAN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK702 N 7TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA3300 LEHIGH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY - 4 YEAR +CEDAR CREST COLLEGE100 COLLEGE DR ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY - 4 YEAR +MUHLENBERG COLLEGE2400 W CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
JUNIOR COLLEGELINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE5151 W TILGHMAN ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
JUNIOR COLLEGEINFO COMP SYST INST2201 HANGAR PL ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
HOSPITALSCENTER FOR CANCER CARE325 N 5TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
HOSPITALSHEALTHCALL421 W CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
HOSPITALSLEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL1627 W CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
HOSPITALSSACRED HEART HOSPITAL421 W CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
HOSPITALSADC HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT DIV2121 S 12TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSCANCER ANSWERS-LEHIGH VLY HOSP1249 S CEDAR CREST BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSGOOD SHEPHARD REHABILITATION501 SAINT JOHN ST # 1 ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSGOOD SHEPHERD DEFERRED GIVING850 S 5TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSHOSPITAL CENTRAL SVC INC2171 28TH ST SW ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSJOHN & DOROTHY MORGAN CANCER1240 S CEDAR CREST BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSLEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL1200 S CEDAR CREST BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSSPECTRUM ADMINISTRATORS2166 S 12TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSUS VETERANS OUTPATIENT CLINIC2937 HAMILTON BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSUS VETERANS OUTPATIENT CLINIC3110 HAMILTON BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
HOSPITALSFAIRGROUNDS SURGICAL CTR400 N 17TH ST # 300 ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
ART AND MUSEUMSALLENTOWN ART MUSEUM31 N 5TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
ART AND MUSEUMSLIBERTY BELL SHRINE-ALLENTOWN622 W HAMILTON ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
ART AND MUSEUMSAMERICA ON WHEELS5 N FRONT ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
ART AND MUSEUMSMUSEUM-INDIAN CULTURE2825 FISH HATCHERY RD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
ART AND MUSEUMSMACK TRUCKS HISTORICAL MUSEUM997 POSTAL RD ALLENTOWN, PA 18109



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
1810133$75,000$95,378
18102842$100,000$104,885
18103586$157,500$184,246
18104632$203,000$230,419
1810693$285,000$283,453
18109243$133,500$135,652
Displaying 1-10 of 51 in $5-200k range
REDUCED $15,000.00   REDUCED $15,000.00    Great three level split in quiet South Allentown location. This four bedroom home is one of the most energy efficient homes you'll find. The current owner has upgraded and added additional  insulation. The lower level features a play room(could be an office) and a large den (currently used as a music room) that exits to the yard. (Possible home business?)The main living area has a spacious eat-in kitchen and carpeted living room with hardwoods underneath. The sliding doors exit to a beautiful deck with built-in benches and the very private, treelined yard that backs up to a park. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms and a remodeled bathroom. The new master bedroom boasts a walk-in closet as well as a private balcony overlooking the yard. Very conveniently located within minutes of I78 and shopping. THIS HOME IS MOVE-IN READY! Call today to schedule your showing!
 2414 Church St
 Allentown, PA 18103
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$199,900

This is the one you've been waiting for! Midway Manor at it's best. This home is in move in condition. Features include:  large family room with working Fire place, Beautiful Bay window with built in Window seat. Cheerful updated kitchen will make preparing meals a pleasure. Cozy dining room, Spacious living room, Hardwood floors, Tilt in Replacement windows and large Refinished basement. Roof is 12yrs old, Washer & Dryer included. What are you waitng for? Schedule your appointment today and see what all the fuss is about!!!
 1319 Ulster St
 Allentown, PA 18109
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$199,900

Contemporary end unit townhouse in Parkland School District and South Whitehall Township.  This home has large room sizes, cathedral ceiling in the living room, an open staircase to the second floor, and pull down steps for attic storage.  In addition, the master bedroom area  has 2 closets and a full bath with shower.  Kitchen has been updated with new appliances and remodeled with service windows which open to the living area.  All on a very large fenced in yard with a wrap-around covered patio, storage shed and garden.  Home also includes central vacuum, water softener and all appliances. You will not be disappointed!
 352 Tamarack Dr
 Allentown, PA 18104
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$194,900

This WELL MAINTAINED ALL BRICK RANCH on a quiet, fenced in, corner lot features 3 bdrms, 1-1/2 baths with the possibility of a 4th bdrmm/office on the LL. Partially finished lower level also offers a 18' x 27' heated family room. You will enjoy the beautiful Living Room Bay window, custom shades and drapes remain, carpet over hardwood floors, C/A(1997), security system(2004), oil heat/hw, updated kitchen(1995), some replacement windows, storm doors, spacious fenced in yard with mature trees for privacy, concrete patio, custom built decking at front door, garage w/attic storage and attic fan. Refrigerator, washer and dryer in basement are included in sale. This lovely home is a great value on a quiet street yet, convenient to just about everything.  Move in condition and ready for its' new owner.
 943 14Th St
 Allentown, PA 18102
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$189,900

Stunning stone and brick end unit situated 1 block from West Park.  The home features inlaid floors, decorative brick fireplace, chestnut woodwork throughout, remodeled kitchen, finished family room in the basement, and a one car detached garage. Originally was a single residence but currently is being used as a two unit. Easily converted back to a single or use the rent to help pay the mortgage. Beautiful condition  - you won't be disappointed!
 136 North West St
 Allentown, PA 18102
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$189,900

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1-4 P.M.  PRICED TO SELL - Great value -- Beautifully updated 5 bedroom home with one bedroom on the 1st floor.  New windows throughout.  Hardwood floors under carpet in Living Room and Dining Room.  Updated eat-in Kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and pass through to dining room. Upstairs one bedroom with custom built cabinetry is perfect for a home office or to display collections.  If that weren`t enough - continue up to the 3rd floor for a finished 340 sq ft attic - perfect for a play room or hobby room!
 2333 9Th St
 Allentown, PA 18103
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$189,900

Stunning stone and brick 2 unit situated 1 block from West Park.  This home features inlaid hardwood floors, decorative brick fireplace, chestnut woodwork throughout, remodeled kitchen, full basement, and a 1 car garage. The first floor apartment has a LR, DR, Kit, Bath, and 1 bedroom plus a full basement and laundry. The 2nd floor unit has a LR, Kit, full bath, and 2 spacious bedrooms. Show today - beautiful condition!
 136 North West St
 Allentown, PA 18102
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$189,900

Great end Unit! Condo in Parkland. Very clean & modern.
 144 Springhouse Rd.
 Allentown, PA 18104
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms