1020 West Chew Street, Allentown City, PA 18102

• 2 beds |
• 1 bath |
• 1,338 sqft

Property Description

Located in the desirable Old Allentown Historic District, this charming brick home offers the perfect blend of historic character and thoughtful modern updates. Conveniently situated near downtown, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and all that the city has to offer. This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features original hardwood floors, exposed brick, and timeless details throughout. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of room for entertaining and includes a cozy breakfast nook highlighted by a skylight. Step outside to a private backyard ideal for cookouts, gardening, a fire pit, or relaxing outdoors. A detached one-car garage adds convenience and extra storage. The second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms with large windows that bring in abundant natural light, along with a clean, updated full bathroom. The unfinished third level presents excellent potential for a future third bedroom suite, home office, or den. The basement provides additional storage space. This move-in-ready home has been thoughtfully updated with major improvements, including recently replaced windows, a high-efficiency mini-split HVAC system with heating and cooling, a roof replaced within the last two years, and a new oil tank installed within the past six months. With low taxes and key upgrades already completed, this is a fantastic opportunity to own a home in one of Allentown’s most sought-after historic neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 4:22AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Central - Allentown : (610) 398-8111

MLS ID:

777018

Interior

• General: AtticBreakfast AreaDining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomStorageSkylights
• Appliances: DryerElectric OvenElectric RangeMicrowaveOil Water HeaterRefrigeratorWasher
• Basement: Full
• Flooring: Ceramic TileHardwoodVinyl
• A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Ductless
• Heating: DuctlessHot WaterOil

Exterior

• General: DeckFenceFire PitPorchPatio
• Style: ColonialHistoric/Antique
• Parking: DetachedGarageOff StreetOn StreetGarage Door Opener

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltFiberglassRubber
• Windows: Replacement WindowsSkylight(s)
• General: BrickVinyl Siding3Block

Location

• Originating MLS: HIGH_LHI
• School District: Allentown
• County: Lehigh

Lot

• Zoning: R-MH549781507904 001
• View: City LightsView
• Fencing: Yard Fenced

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: HIGH_LHI
• Ownership: Fee Simple