Introducing an adorable 3-bedroom ranch home nestled in the tranquil surroundings of South Allentown. This charming abode awaits your personal touch to transform it into your dream home! Step into a welcoming vestibule entrance leading you into a spacious living room. The cozy kitchen seamlessly flows into a versatile family room or dining area, offering access to both the front and back of the home. Venture down the hall to discover three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The full basement presents endless possibilities and abundant storage options, along with a half bathroom. Outside, escape to your own private oasis with a large fenced-in backyard and a convenient storage shed, ready for your creative landscaping endeavors. Parking is a breeze with both on and off-street options right in front of the home, ensuring convenience for your daily commute. Enjoy the best of both worlds with easy access to I-78 and downtown amenities, while still being just moments away from the picturesque Lehigh Parkway, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration. Don't miss out on the chance to make this charming South Allentown gem your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
6,000 sq ftLot Size
$257Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jon Campbell• Real of Pennsylvania
•855-450-0442 (broker)
•pabroker@onereal.com (broker)
Bought with Renso Minaya• United Real Estate Strive 212
Introducing an adorable 3-bedroom ranch home nestled in the tranquil surroundings of South Allentown. This charming abode awaits your personal touch to transform it into your dream home! Step into a welcoming vestibule entrance leading you into a spacious living room. The cozy kitchen seamlessly flows into a versatile family room or dining area, offering access to both the front and back of the home. Venture down the hall to discover three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The full basement presents endless possibilities and abundant storage options, along with a half bathroom. Outside, escape to your own private oasis with a large fenced-in backyard and a convenient storage shed, ready for your creative landscaping endeavors. Parking is a breeze with both on and off-street options right in front of the home, ensuring convenience for your daily commute. Enjoy the best of both worlds with easy access to I-78 and downtown amenities, while still being just moments away from the picturesque Lehigh Parkway, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration. Don't miss out on the chance to make this charming South Allentown gem your own!
Public Records
Apr 3, 2024
Sold
$170,000
$147/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,798 (+0.9%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2025
$3,764 (−31.3%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2024
$5,476
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2023
$5,476 (+50.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2022
$3,639 (+1.9%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2021
$3,570 (+2.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2020
$3,482 (+1.6%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2019
$3,429 (+8.1%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2018
$3,172 (+2.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2017
$3,095 (−30.3%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2015
$4,443
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
Tax history for 1243 Rye St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,798 (+0.9%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2025
$3,764 (−31.3%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2024
$5,476
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2023
$5,476 (+50.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2022
$3,639 (+1.9%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2021
$3,570 (+2.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2020
$3,482 (+1.6%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2019
$3,429 (+8.1%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2018
$3,172 (+2.5%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2017
$3,095 (−30.3%)
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
2015
$4,443
$19,900 + $89,700
$109,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
6,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,160
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lehigh County
APN
549685818772 1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R-ML
Medium Low Density Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for primarily residential development at a generally medium-low density, while protecting these areas from incompatible uses. Similar to the R-L, this district provides for residential neighborhoods composed of single-family detached homes at a low density.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway, Off Street, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $89,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $19,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,160
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $868
County Tax: $414
School Tax: $2,482
Tax Assessed Value: $109,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $3,764
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Oil, Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: ALLENTOWN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Head southwest on Lehigh St toward S 8th St, right onto W Wyoming St, left onto S Jefferson St, right onto Rye St. Home will be on the right
Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,160
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Lehigh County
APN: 549685818772 1
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
South Mountain Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
William Allen High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Allentown, PA • 18103
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$284,000 – $343,000
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