$675,000

542 W Walnut St Allentown City, PA 18101

$8,016
Closing credit¹
4,541 sqft
0.1 acres
$149 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 542 W Walnut St

Welcome to this completely updated, solid brick, 5 unit investment property, with hardwood floors everywhere. Tenants enjoy gas heat and cooking at their expense and ceiling fans for cooling. This building is across from City Center's new Walnut Street Commons, which has an attached parking garage*. All apartments have been upgraded with new appliances (SS fridges and new stoves), counter tops, tile bathrooms, ceiling fans and window blinds and are easy to rent. The pride of ownership shows in the clean and well maintained exterior and interior common spaces. Durable carpeting and rubber tread-protectors on the stairs help preserve the original hardwood. Security cameras both inside and outside, plus good exterior lighting add to the attractiveness of this building for tenants. The side yard and rear yard are fenced and locked, and the large fire escape provide a safe exit for all units. Large clean basement runs the length of the building and has access through a rear door under the 1st floor rear unit. Priced at a 7.2% CAP rate using current rents, there is upside in the rents to bring them to market rate. Proof of funds required prior to scheduling a tour. Tour offering times are limited due to schedules. Please call listing agent to discuss. Please do not try to gain access to the building, the yard, or bother the tenants. *The parking deck allows public parking. Check with the Allentown Parking Authority for monthly pass availability.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size4,541 sqft
Lot size0.103 Acres
Year built1895
ParkingOn Street
MLS #757173

Summary

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Parking: On Street
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $675,000
  • Price/SqFt: $148
  • Directions: From Rt-22, that 7th St south, turn left on Walnut St, property is on the right just past 6th St.
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 4,541 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.103 Acres
  • MLS Number: 757173
  • MLS Name: HIGH
  • Office Name: HowardHanna TheFrederickGroup
  • Office Phone: (610) 398-0411

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542 W Walnut St, Allentown City, PA 18101 - view of front of property featuring brick siding

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542 W Walnut St

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Nearby schools

3

Arts Academy Elementary Charter School

Public Charter KG-5

0.1 mi

601 W Union St

5

Central Elementary School

Public District 1-5

0.5 mi

829 W Turner St

4

Jefferson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

750 Saint John St

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 $22,436. Residents of Allentown City, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

64%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
46%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 542 W Walnut St

The listing price of 542 W Walnut St property is $675,000.

The property 542 W Walnut St is a condo located in Allentown City, Pennsylvania, 18101.

Active Listing: 542 W Walnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 542 W Walnut St are: Arts Academy Elementary Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harrison-Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Francis D. Raub Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Trexler Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Building 21 Allentown (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roberto Clemente Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), William Allen High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

The property at 542 W Walnut St has 0 bathroom.

The property 542 W Walnut St is 4,541 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 542 W Walnut St is 1895.

This home is located at 542 W Walnut St in Allentown City, PA and zip code 18101 in the Center City neighborhood. This 4,541 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $675,000.

Allentown City, PA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 17 sold at listed price and over 35 sold below. The number of listings in Allentown City, PA increased by 1.4% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $293,933 and the average listing age was 23 days.

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

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