2518 W Elm Street • Allentown, PA 18104

$400,000 Beds: 3 • Baths: 2 full • Sq. Feet: 1988 • MLS ID: PALH2016160 • Subdivision: HAMILTON PARK • School Dist: ALLENTOWN
Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home in the highly desirable West End Allentown neighborhood, where thoughtful renovations and modern upgrades make this home truly move-in ready. Stunning curb appeal and a charming covered front porch welcome you into the gorgeous main level. The bright and inviting living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen features a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops, and an abundance of cabinet space. A convenient door off the kitchen leads to the flat, fully fenced backyard featuring a covered patio—perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the private outdoor space. The main level offers three generously sized bedrooms, all served by a beautifully updated full hall bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed walk-in shower with a built-in bench. Completed in 2025, the fully finished basement dramatically expands the home's living space. This incredible lower level includes a spacious family room, a gorgeous new full bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a dedicated laundry room complete with built-in cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and a stainless steel utility sink, plus a versatile bonus room with a large walk-in closet. Currently used as an exercise room, this flexible space could easily serve as a home office or guest room. Extensive improvements throughout the home provide exceptional peace of mind, including a new roof (2022), updated electrical (2022), complete interior and exterior painting (2025), a whole-house water softener and filtration system with reverse osmosis drinking water purification, a complete plumbing upgrade replacing iron piping with PVC, a new 80-gallon electric water heater (2025), new HVAC system with heat pump (2024), new oil boiler (2022), widened and refinished driveway (2025), new sidewalks surrounding the home (2025), refreshed landscaping, and a new privacy fence (2025). Ideally located in a prime location close to shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuting routes, this exceptional home combines modern updates, functional living space, and an unbeatable location. Seller will provide clear Certificate of Occupancy. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing. View this listing at: http://yorkpahomes.com/mls=PALH2016160

Property Features

  • Garage: 1
  • Taxes: $3,683
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Exterior: Brick,Vinyl Siding
  • Parking Notes: 3 Total Parking Spaces
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.18 Acre(S)
  • Heating: Baseboard - Hot Water,Heat Pump(s)
  • Fuel Type: Electric
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 3
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave,Disposal,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Single,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Oven/Range - Electric
  • Rooms: Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Family Room,Exercise Room,Laundry,Full Bath
  • Basement: Full,Fully Finished
  • SQFT Total Finished: 1988
  • SQFT Above Finished: 1135
  • SQFT Below Finished: 853
  • Interior: Kitchen - Eat-In,Pantry

School Information

  • School District: ALLENTOWN
Printed July 12, 2026


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