$215,000

856 N 8th St Allentown City, PA 18102

$2,553
Closing credit¹
5 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,499 sqft
0.03 acres
$143 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 856 N 8th St

**Spacious 5-Bedroom Allentown Row Home with Modern Updates!** Step into this beautifully maintained home to find an open-concept main level featuring a bright and airy living room, dining room, and kitchen, all unified by sleek, low-maintenance tile flooring. The gourmet galley kitchen is a chef’s dream with abundant counter and cabinet space, a stylish tile backsplash, and newer appliances—including an oven and overhead microwave still under warranty! A convenient half bath completes the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms spread across the second and third floors, along with a well-kept full bath. Additional highlights include replacement windows throughout, a welcoming covered front porch, a private no-maintenance backyard with potential for off-street parking, and a spacious basement perfect for laundry and extra storage. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to expand your investment portfolio, this move-in-ready home checks all the boxes!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingBaseboard, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingNone, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,499 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.034 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingParking Pad
MLS #757117
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Water Softener
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Parking Pad
  • Exterior: Fence, Porch
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric
  • Cooling: None, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $215,000
  • Price/SqFt: $143
  • Directions: From 7th St, west on Tilghman, right on 8th St, property on left.
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,499 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.034 Acres
  • MLS Number: 757117
  • MLS Name: HIGH
  • Office Name: One Valley Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (610) 432-7175

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856 N 8th St

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Nearby schools

5

Washington Elementary School

Public District 1-5

0.1 mi

837 N 9th St

5

Central Elementary School

Public District 1-5

0.7 mi

829 W Turner St

5

Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1227 W Gordon 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 $27,368. Residents of Allentown City, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. Typical family type is single, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

57%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
38%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
14%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • UFCUFC

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Burger KingBurger King

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • CadillacCadillac
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 856 N 8th St

The listing price of 856 N 8th St property is $215,000.

The property 856 N 8th St is a townhouse located in Allentown City, Pennsylvania, 18102.

Active Listing: 856 N 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 856 N 8th St are: Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Trexler Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harrison-Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Francis D. Raub Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Roberto Clemente Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Building 21 Allentown (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William Allen High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

The property at 856 N 8th St has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 856 N 8th St is 1,499 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 856 N 8th St is 1905.

This home is located at 856 N 8th St in Allentown City, PA and zip code 18102 in the Center City neighborhood. This 1,499 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $215,000.

In April 2025 more than 53 listings in Allentown City, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 24 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 39 were sold below. In April 2025 in Allentown City, PA there were 12.7% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $289,821, while the average time on the real estate market was 28 days.

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

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