$379,000

426 E Franklin St Slatington, PA 18080

$4,501
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,635 sqft
0.2 acres
$232 / sqft
House

Property details

About 426 E Franklin St

Showings Begin At The Open House On 5/17 ...Welcome to this charming, classic style Victorian home! Please get comfortable for this read as we have so many wonderful things to share!! Perhaps you'll want to start packing!? Location, Location, Location! This meticulously maintained home sits in a quaint area! Summer is fast approaching. Just in time to sit on the lovely front porch with your favorite refreshment and enjoy the view! This porch is the perfect spot to watch the Annual Slatington Airport Balloon Fest! If you would decide to peel yourself away from the beautiful front porch to take a stroll or short drive, Victory Park is moments away, along with Down-Town Main Street. No need to travel far to a restaurant or entertainment. It's time to head inside...Upon entering you'll be greeted by a spacious foyer. This home shines bright with all New Full Screened Vinyl Windows! To the left of the foyer is an Expansive living area/Livingroom with high ceilings.......Take notice to the Beautiful Hardwood Floors! Follow those Beautiful hardwood floors right into the spacious Dining Room.....The Dining Room is Complimented with an Eye-Catching Garden Window that offers the PERFECT view to the flourishing, well-groomed yard. This property offers Blueberry Bushes, Sweet Strawberry Patches, Dwarf Red Maple Tree & MUCH More! But...Wait...There is a (3 hose hook up) Which is great for the dedicated gardener to tend to all the flower beds, raised galvanized flower beds, plants and bushes, from any location on the property. Show off your Gardening Flair this Summer!........Onto the kitchen.....OH MY! Take notice to the (Original, Floor to Ceiling, 1910 Kitchen Cabinets, Placed Beautifully Around The Original Slate Countertop) Decorating Enthusiasts may see this as the perfect space to express their style. Look Down..The Kitchen floor is Ceramic Tile!!...Off of this incredible kitchen is a laundry room with a built-in counter and sink. Convenience and charm! While enjoying the space the main floor has to offer, no need to head to the second floor to use the Bathroom. There is a lovely powder room off of the Kitchen or Foyer for your convenience. Across from the Powder Room is the Basement door. Just a Basement? Of course not.. The basement offers and abundance of storage, ( secondary) laundry hookup, double wide stainless steel utility sink and a pantry storage room. Many possibilities for this space as well..... Time to head to the second floor! Hold onto the original wood banister for your trip upstairs to find 3 Spacious and Bright Bedrooms. The Open Concept Hallway And 3 Bedrooms all have Multi Function Fan/Light Fixtures With Remotes and New Carpeting! The Main Bathroom located off the top of the stairs offers a Cozy, Rustic Charm. While you're looking around, take note to the original 5 paned doors! To the Attic we go....The Attic is a Wow, with its Gabled Roof and GENEROUS space for storage! This house has plenty of outlets throughout and 200 AMP service....BUT WAIT......The Garage also has 200 AMP service! Let's head back outside! There's More! Exiting from the laundry room you'll step onto a 14x7 deck. Stay cool in the hot summer months with the Retractable Awning! There is a 10x12 Storage/Garden Shed that comes insulated with a New Roof! The property contains a small Garbage Shed as well to keep everything tidy! Time to Boast about the Garage! Yes there is off street parking and a 2-car garage, but...not just any garage. Attached to the garage is an enclosed, insulated sunroom/porch with..... beautiful windows! Again with the possibilities! Keep those creative thoughts handy as we walk up the steps to the exterior entrance above the garage and open the door to the Bonus Room! Perhaps one will turn this space into an In-law Suite or Man Cave. Let your creative side....decide. This Beautiful home has so much to offer both inside and out! Sometimes words and pictures just aren't enough! It's a Must See to appreciate this GEM!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,635 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingGarage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Other, Public,Private, Off Site,Detached Garage,On Street
MLS #PALH2011942
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Solid Hardwood, Carpet
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Other, Public,Private, Off Site,Detached Garage,On Street
  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Other
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $379,000
  • Price/SqFt: $231
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,351
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From route 309 head southeast to 309 S Toward Welby Dr. Turn left onto PA-873 N. Continue straight to stay on Pa-873 North. Turn onto E Franklin St. The home is towards the end of the road on the right.
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Living Area: 1,635 SqFt
  • Municipality: Slatington Boro
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: PALH2011942
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Tammy Sword Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (570) 467-0700
  • Office Email: sword@losch.net
  • Listing Agent: Jennifer L Winkler
  • Agent Phone: (570) 449-4941
  • Agent Email: jennywinks309@yahoo.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 29, 1997
Home Sold
$94,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$120,400$4,351
2023$120,400$4,099
2022$120,400$4,038
2021$120,400$3,076
2020$120,400$3,803
2019$120,400$3,720
2018$120,400$3,645
2017$120,400$3,631

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Slatington Elementary School

Public District 3-6

1.2 mi

1201 Shadow Oaks Ln

4

S S Palmer Elementary School

Public District 2-6

3.7 mi

298 Lafayette Ave

7

Lehigh Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.9 mi

800 Blue Mountain Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $46,288. Most Slatington, PA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

39%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • KmartKmart
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 426 E Franklin St

The listing price of 426 E Franklin St property is $379,000.

The property 426 E Franklin St is a house located in Slatington, Pennsylvania, 18080.

Active Listing: 426 E Franklin St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 426 E Franklin St are: Slatington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), S S Palmer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lehigh Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Northern Lehigh Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Palmerton Area Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Northwestern Lehigh Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Northern Lehigh High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Palmerton Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,351 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 29, 1997 for $94,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 426 E Franklin St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 426 E Franklin St is 1,635 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 426 E Franklin St is 1910.

This home is located at 426 E Franklin St in Slatington, PA and zip code 18080. This 1,635 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $379,000.

Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Slatington, PA. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Slatington, PA increased by 13.3% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 37 days, the median list price was $282,000.

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

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