The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 18013 sells for about $265,000, or $176 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 24 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,144 a month.
ZIP 18013 — Bangor
The Allentown housing market remains competitive, characterized by steady demand and a limited supply of inventory. While price growth has moderated compared to previous years, the market continues to see consistent sales activity driven by its relative affordability within the region.
This area is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, commuters seeking affordability, and investors looking for steady rental demand. Its central location in the Lehigh Valley makes it a practical choice for those working in regional logistics or healthcare sectors.
Median prices moved up 3.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 24 days on market with 4.6 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
24% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.3% · poverty 7.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 18103, Allentown PA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Allentown are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type. Local law enforcement continues to focus on community-based policing initiatives to address these regional trends.
The Allentown School District serves the area, with school quality varying significantly across individual campuses. Many residents supplement public education with local charter or private school options.
The area faces moderate risks from localized flooding, particularly near the Lehigh River, and standard regional wind/storm exposure. Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the broader Pennsylvania risk profile for older housing stock.
Allentown benefits from its position in the Lehigh Valley, with major employment anchors in healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. Ongoing downtown revitalization projects and infrastructure improvements continue to drive economic interest.
Property taxes are levied by the city, county, and the Allentown School District, with the school district portion typically representing the largest share of the total tax bill. Assessment is managed at the county level, and exemptions are available for qualifying seniors and disabled veterans.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with easy access to I-78 and US-22 connecting to the broader Lehigh Valley and nearby New Jersey/New York markets. Public transit is provided by LANTA, offering bus service throughout the city and surrounding suburbs.
The area features numerous public parks, including the expansive Cedar Beach Park and the Lehigh Parkway, which offers trails and fishing. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the downtown core and various suburban retail centers along the major highway corridors.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the city's affordability relative to the New York City metro area. Investors remain active, though short-term rental regulations are increasingly monitored by local authorities.
The economy is anchored by healthcare (Lehigh Valley Health Network), logistics, and manufacturing. The region has seen steady growth as a distribution hub due to its proximity to major East Coast markets.
The city is served by a network of state highways and is well-connected to the regional bus system, LANTA. Commuter access to the NYC metro area is primarily via private vehicle or regional bus lines.
Development is focused on infill projects and the conversion of older industrial sites into modern residential and mixed-use spaces. City planning emphasizes transit-oriented development near the downtown core.
The Lehigh County assessment office manages property valuations, with periodic reassessments to ensure tax equity across the county.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and school district taxes, with no significant MUD/PID districts common in this area.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of the housing stock.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 18103 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major community park featuring sports fields, a pool, and walking paths.
A scenic parkland along the Little Lehigh Creek popular for hiking and fishing.
A major arena in downtown Allentown hosting sports and concerts.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.