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Allentown, PA - The Third Largest Metropolitan Center in Pennsylvania

Did you know Allentown is the 3rd largest metropolitan center in Pennsylvania? Did you know Allentown is about an hour from Philadelphia; from New York or the relaxing Poconos? Did you know the new Sands Casino is located in Bethlehem (right next to Allentown)?

How about some of the institutions of higher learning: Muhlenberg College & Cedar Crest College. In nearby Bethlehem and surrounding areas: Lehigh University, DeSalles University, Moravian College, and Lafayette College. Penn State will move into the Saucon Valley area offering 4 year degree programs.

Looking for entertainment? The kids swarm to Dorney Park and Wild Water Kingdom. Kids of all ages enjoy the Great Allentown Fair and Bethlehem’s Musicfest. Fine dining is everywhere. Melt and Shula’s Steakhouse at the Promenade, quaint bistros and coffeehouses are scattered throughout our three city enclave. Theater, music, dining, quality school systems support the area’s growing population; where growth is supported and managed.

Allentown is the largest of the three major cities that make-up the Lehigh Valley. Bethlehem and Easton lie to the East. The area is served by several major highway systems including access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Allentown.

Real estate in the Lehigh Valley spans every facet; Historic townhomes to private Golf Club Estates and everything in between. There truly is something and someplace for everyone in Allentown and our Greater Lehigh Valley!
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