261 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109
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OFF MARKET

$205,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,540 sqft

261 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109

East Allentown
Est. Refi. Payment $1,377/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 7, 2016 for $69,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$206K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$137K (+198.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +193% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$206K
August 2026$206K
July 2026$205K
June 2026$211K
May 2026$203K
April 2026$204K
March 2026$204K
February 2026$199K
January 2026$197K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1375 E South St, Allentown, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$80,000
12/08/25
3
1
1,138
530 S Bradford St, Allentown, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$60,000
08/14/26
3
1
1,168
427 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$228,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,642
225 S Carlisle St, Allentown, PA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$215,000
10/21/25
3
1
1,192
356 Hanover Ave, Allentown, PA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$178,000
08/21/26
5
1
1,648
265 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$175,000
09/12/25
3
1
1,376
1495 E South St, Allentown, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$210,000
09/19/25
3
1
1,138
334 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$232,500
05/28/26
4
2
1,621
423 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$190,000
09/26/25
3
1
1,392
241 E Elm St, Allentown, PA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$255,000
10/01/25
2
1
1,800

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
274 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.03
$230,000
3
1
1,281
Recently Sold
278 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.04
$240,700
3
1
1,149
Off Market
233 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.07
$235,000
4
1.5
1,520
Recently Sold
252 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.09
$210,200
3
1
1,100
Off Market
231 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.07
$227,700
4
1
1,520
Off Market
2545 E South St, Allentown, PA 18104
0.09
$212,300
3
1
1,016
Off Market
248 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.09
$247,800
3
1
1,550
Off Market
248 1/2 E Fairview St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.03
$196,900
5
1
1,763
Off Market
244 1/2 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.09
$229,000
3
1
550
Recently Sold
244 1/2 E Fairview St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.03
$193,000
3
1
984
Off Market
220 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.07
$247,100
5
1.5
1,700
Off Market
221 E South St, Allentown, PA 18109
0.09
$224,700
3
1
864
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1905
1,540 sqft
$134/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 261 E Elm St, Allentown, PA. 261 E Elm St is in the East Allentown neighborhood in Allentown, PA and in ZIP code 18109. This property has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,540 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1612 sqft and was built in 1905.
261 E Elm St, Allentown, PA 18109 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,540 sqft single-family home in East Allentown, built in 1905. It last sold for $69,000 on Mar 7, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $205,800, with a rent estimate of $2,389/month.

Home Details for 261 E Elm St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached, None

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 7, 2016
Source: GLVR #505995
Sold
$69,000
Feb 24, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$53,900

Market trends in Allentown

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$305K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$182
$2MoM
Available listings
340
6MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

East Allentown
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What Locals Say about East Allentown

At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 48 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 32 % Say it's quiet

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 23 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Stephanie T.
    "Close family community, easy access to major highway and shopping centers. School district could improve "
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  • T.Green
    "Only side of Allentown I prefer to live on! Good vibes Just feel like it’s own world. No drama or shooting or crazy driving kids can walk to and from schools safely. Also, can play outside without worrying about crazy drivers hitting you or children. There is always parking"
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  • Ladudulce1065
    "Myself Friends and family have lived on this side for 10 years. Very few problems if any its just people gossiping."
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  • Jolene K.
    "The grounds are kept clean and presentable at all times. It's a very nice place to live. Building management is very good. It's a cute area, very picturesque. "
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  • Jolene K.
    "it's a beautiful area, close to all kinds of shops, restaurants and grocery stores. it's a cute area"
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  • Jolene K.
    "I've lived here almost 2 years now and I love it. The management of of property keeps it nice and pretty with the flowers in the summertime. "
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  • Jolene11771
    "I've lived here almost 2 years now, neighbors are friendly but I keep to myself. The managers of the property are nice and get problems done as fast as possible."
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Frequently asked questions about 261 E Elm St

  • What is 261 E Elm St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 261 E Elm St in Allentown, PA is $205,800.
  • What is the price history for 261 E Elm St?
    261 E Elm St in Allentown, PA last sold for $69,000 in March 2016.
  • Is Allentown a buyer's or seller's market?
    Allentown is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Allentown?
    The median sale price in Allentown is $305K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 261 E Elm St?
    The lot at 261 E Elm St in Allentown, PA is about 0.04 acres (1,612 sq ft).
  • Does 261 E Elm St have a garage?
    Yes, 261 E Elm St in Allentown, PA has a garage.

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