Welcome to 531 N 8th Street-an impressive, fully renovated home in the heart of Allentown offering modern updates, spacious living, and timeless charm. This 5-bedroom home features four generously sized bedrooms on the second floor plus a massive third-floor bonus room perfect as a fifth bedroom, playroom, or home office. The first and second floors showcase beautifully refinished hardwood flooring, complemented by abundant natural light and neutral tones throughout. The brand-new kitchen is a standout with crisp natural wood shaker cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and stylish finishes. Both full bathrooms have been completely renovated with modern vanities, tile, and elegant fixtures. Enjoy a comfortable layout with a separate dining room, a bright living room, and an inviting foyer with original woodwork. Additional highlights include gas heat and hot water, a full unfinished basement with laundry hookups, and a detached one-car garage with alley access. The exterior features a welcoming front porch and a fenced rear yard-ideal for outdoor enjoyment. It also features a large covered back patio perfect for hosting. This move-in ready home blends character and modern comfort just minutes from downtown Allentown, local parks, and commuter routes. Don't miss this opportunity to own a fully updated home with space to grow!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom 1 Level: Third
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
- Bedroom 4 Level: Second
- Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 10
- FullBath Level: Second
- FullBath Level: First
- Den Level: Second
- Entry Foyer Level: First
- Living Room Level: First
- Basement Description: Full
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- DiningArea
- SeparateFormalDiningRoom
- Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, Hardwood
Appliances
- ElectricOven
- GasWaterHeater
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup
Heating and Cooling
- Heating Features: Baseboard, Electric, Gas, HotWater
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Level: First
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fence
- Patio
- Fencing: YardFenced
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
- Patio: Yes
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.051
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2239
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage
School Information
- Elementary School District: Allentown
- High School District: Allentown
- Middle or Junior School District: Allentown
Homeowners Association
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 2899
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Lehigh
- Directions: Driving West down W Hamilton Street, Make a Right onto N 8th Street. Follow North until you arrive at the Property on your right.
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: Allentown-Central
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: Not in Development
- Ownership Type: FeeSimple
- Parcel Number: 549793501378 1
- Postal City: Allentown City
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2848
- Subdivision: Not in Development
- Zoning: R-MH
- Property Subtype: Townhouse
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2034
- Year Built: 1903
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2034
- Building Area Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick, WoodSiding
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: TwoAndOneHalf
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Property Age: 122
- Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass, Rubber
- Levels or Stories: TwoAndOneHalf
- Building Total Stories: 2
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 2034
Utilities
- Sewer: PublicSewer
- Water Source: Public