Neighborhood insights in Allentown

[Chris Anderson]

Hey everyone!

I am looking into the Allentown market and am wanting opinions and feedback on the different neighborhoods there. Trying to get a better understanding of the city.

Does anyone have insights into the heart of the city? I have talked with some property managers and have been told that from 4th to 15th street, the areas are all pretty similar. What are your thoughts about areas near St Lukes hospital / Sacred heart or old town?

Are there any blocks that should be avoided or prioritized?

[Justin Brown]

Hey Chris, 

If you are coming from out of town id say that comment about 4th-15th is sorta accurate, I would more say 17th to 7th, but splitting hairs. The main rule of thumb is that as the number gets smaller it gets more congested. My favorite spot is between 17th and 12th. It’s got good inventory of multi-family, but its not so congested that you can still find easy parking and there are some nice parks and so forth.  At the heart of the city is a lot of development going on, lots of nice class A apartments still being build around the arena, some of my favorite restaurants are down there as well.   I don’t think there are any specific areas to avoid, just some preference block by block. Have you visited? 

Hit me up if your in town! 

@Christine Stefchak @Bill Goodland more to add? 

JB.