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#758255, Listing Office: RE/MAX Central - Center Valley
$264,000 List price
1158 E Congress St Allentown City, PA 18109
$3,135
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
950 sqft
0.2 acres
$278 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1158 E Congress St
First time on the market. Stepping into this 1953 ranch evokes a sense of nostalgia, where every corner reflects decades of cherished memories and timeless character waiting to be revived. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, this single-level home offers solid bones and a layout that invites your personal touch. You will discover a traditional floor plan ready for updates and customization. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or downsizer looking for a project, this home offers an incredible opportunity to create something truly special. Outside, enjoy a spacious and fully fenced flat backyard—perfect for pets, gardening, entertaining, or relaxing in privacy. The lot provides plenty of space for future additions or landscaping dreams. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major roadways, this home combines value and potential in a sought-after area. Don’t miss your chance to breathe new life into this classic home with timeless character! Estate: Selling strictly AS-IS! Buyer responsible to obtain a certificate of compliance.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Size950 sqft
Lot size0.165 Acres
Year builtNew Const., 1953
ParkingNo Garage, Off Street, On Street
MLS #758072
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Resilient, Tile
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: No Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Exterior: Fence, Porch, Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
- List Price: $264,000
- Price/SqFt: $277
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Rt 22 to Airport Rd south, approximately 1.5 miles, make left onto E Congress Street. #1158 will be on right.
- Year Built: 1953
- Living Area: 950 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.165 Acres
- MLS Number: 758072
- MLS Name: HIGH
- Office Name: REMAX Town and Valley
- Office Phone: (908) 852-1333
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Nearby schools
6
Ritter Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•790 Plymouth St
4
Clearview Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•2121 Abington Rd
5
Mosser Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•129 S Dauphin St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,808. Typical income of Allentown City, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
48%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Wrestling
Pro Boxing
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Express/Express For Men
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cicis Pizza
Popeyes
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Dodge
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
News
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About 1158 E Congress St
The listing price of 1158 E Congress St property is $264,000.
The property 1158 E Congress St is a house located in Allentown City, Pennsylvania, 18109.
Active Listing: 1158 E Congress St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1158 E Congress St are: Ritter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clearview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mosser Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Harrison-Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Nitschmann Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Catasauqua Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Louis E. Dieruff High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Executive Education Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
The property at 1158 E Congress St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1158 E Congress St is 950 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1158 E Congress St is 1953.
This home is located at 1158 E Congress St in Allentown City, PA and zip code 18109 in the East Side neighborhood. This 950 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $264,000.
Over 53 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Allentown City, PA. In the same period over 39 listings were sold below the listed price and 24 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Allentown City, PA between March and April 2025 increased by 12.7%. Listings spent 28 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $289,821 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.