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Sale Pending

1242 W Cumberland St, Allentown City, PA, 18103

$259,900

Home List Price

$3,086*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,248 SqFt
$208/SqFt
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1242 W Cumberland St, Allentown$259,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Driveway, Garage
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1951
HeatingForced Air, Oil, Pellet Stove
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewCreek/Stream
MLS #736853
Lot Size0.20 Acres
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)

About 1242 W Cumberland St

Under contract now and please note THIS HOME IS NOT FOR RENT. Excited to present this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom brick ranch home in South Allentown, now on the market! Since 1995, the proud owners—Jerry, a dedicated Navy veteran and former Allentown firefighter of 25 years, and his family—have meticulously cared for this home, both inside and out. Custom-built, the home features a second, extra-wide front door, along with extra-wide interior doors as well, enhancing its accessibility. Situated near vital amenities such as bus lines, shopping centers, restaurants, and parks, and offering easy access to Downtown Allentown and Route 78, this home is ideally located for convenience. Steps away from the picturesque Lehigh Parkway, it is perfect for nature lovers. Inside, the spacious living room bathes in natural light from a large picture window and promises cozy evenings by the efficient pellet stove. The dining room invites memorable family gatherings, while the enclosed breezeway is the perfect spot for relaxation with some wicker chairs and potted plants. The bathroom offers a tub and separate shower. The driveway offers extra space, perfect for additional parking when hosting guests. This home has a Clear CO from the city of Allentown. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a delightful single-family home in a prime location! The Seller is asking for all offers to be submitted by 6pm Sunday, May 5th.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,248 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (610) 435-1800

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Handicap Access
  • Fireplace: Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Creek/Stream
  • Exterior: Awning(s), Breezeway, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.20 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Pellet Stove
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • William Allen High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • South Mountain Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Jefferson Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Ward St, to Jefferson, to right on Cumberland

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $259,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $208/SqFt
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Allentown, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$270K

Med. Price/SqFt

$156

Avg. Days On Market

16

# of Sold Homes

112

1242 W Cumberland St vs Allentown

17 DAYS ON ROCKET

+1 Day

$259,900

-$10.1K Less

$208/SqFt

+$51 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $10.1K less than the Median Sold Price and $51/SqFt more than other homes in Allentown, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: HIGH
  • MLS Number: #736853

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (610) 435-1800

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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4
/10

  • Jefferson Elementary School

  • 750 Saint John St

  • 0.68 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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3
/10

  • South Mountain Middle School

  • 709 W Emaus Ave

  • 1.23 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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2
/10

  • William Allen High School

  • 106 N 17th St

  • 1.07 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,080. Typical income of Allentown, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1242 W Cumberland St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1242 W Cumberland St property is $259,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 1242 W Cumberland St is a house located in Allentown City, Pennsylvania, 18103.

Is this property for sale now?

Sale Pending: 1242 W Cumberland St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1242 W Cumberland St are:
Jefferson Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
South Mountain Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
William Allen High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1242 W Cumberland St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1242 W Cumberland St is 1,248 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1242 W Cumberland St is 1951.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Lehigh County›Allentown›18103›1242 W Cumberland St

This home is located at 1242 W Cumberland St in Allentown City, PA and zip code 18103 in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. This 1,248 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $259,900.

Over 58 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in Allentown, PA. In the same period over 31 listings were sold below the listed price and 23 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Allentown, PA increased by 3.7% between March 2024 and April 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 16 days, the median list price was $270,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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