816 N Shell St

Allentown, PA 18109

$214,900
Price
3
Beds
1,232 Sq. Ft.
$174 / Sq. Ft.
1,232
Sq. Ft.
$174
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Bright and inviting two-story home with a functional layout and solid fundamentals. The main level offers a welcoming living room, eat-in kitchen with ample cabinetry, durable laminate flooring, built-in laundry, and a full bath. Upstairs features an open loft or office area, three bedrooms, and a half bath, providing flexible living options. This 1,232-sq-ft home includes replacement windows, efficient forced-air oil heat, a roof installed in 2020, updated kitchen flooring, and the added benefit...Bright and inviting two-story home with a functional layout and solid fundamentals. The main level offers a welcoming living room, eat-in kitchen with ample cabinetry, durable laminate flooring, built-in laundry, and a full bath. Upstairs features an open loft or office area, three bedrooms, and a half bath, providing flexible living options. This 1,232-sq-ft home includes replacement windows, efficient forced-air oil heat, a roof installed in 2020, updated kitchen flooring, and the added benefit of no basement for low-maintenance living. Outside, enjoy off-street parking, fenced yard, and a storage shed. The sale includes an additional 10×152-ft parcel beyond the primary 35×60 lot, offering extended outdoor space and added flexibility. Conveniently located close to schools, shopping, and major routes—ideal for owner-occupants or investors seeking opportunity and value.
  1. Listed by Jessie Cevallos • BetterHomes&GardensRE/Cassidon
    P: (610)-504-0337 C: (610)-504-0337 jessiecevallos@gmail.com

Property Details for 816 North Shell Street

Senior Community
No
Subdivision Name
Not in Development
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LISTING UPDATED: 02/09/2026 10:01 PM

Property Details for 816 North Shell Street

StatusPending
MLS #767779
Days on Market93
Taxes$2,690 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached / Detached
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,630 SF
CountyLehigh County
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Building Information for 816 North Shell Street

Stories-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,630 SF

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Property Information for 816 North Shell Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 42077
  • Cross Street: E Cambridge St
  • Directions: Hanover Ave to Saul St, Right on E Dent St, Left onto Shell St, Home on Left
  • Latitude: 40.6228
  • Longitude: -75.426507
  • MLS Area Major: Allentown-East
  • Zoning: RM
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 641738420235 001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,690
  • Tax Assessed Value: $74,500
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Allentown
  • High School District: Allentown
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Allentown
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1232.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 1232.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.083
  • Lot Size Area: 3630.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3630.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1914
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 7.00 x 4.00
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: HalfBath
  • Room Width: 4.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13.00 x 10.00
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11.00 x 5.00
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: FullBath
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 12.00
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Human Modified: Yes

Property History for 816 North Shell Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 9, 2026

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$214,900—
Feb 8, 2026

Pending

GLVRMLS #767779

—
Jan 9, 2026

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$224,900—
Nov 8, 2025

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$234,900—
Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #767779

$224,900—
Aug 14, 2015

Closed

GLVRMLS #487877

$85,000—
Aug 14, 2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1002521580

$85,000—
Jun 26, 2015

Pending

GLVRMLS #487877

—
Jun 24, 2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1002521580

—
Jan 19, 2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002521580

$90,000—
Jan 15, 2015

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #487877

$90,000—
May 20, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #160982063

$89,000—
May 20, 2005

Closed

GLVRMLS #215794

$89,000—
Mar 31, 2005

Pending

GLVRMLS #215794

—
Mar 24, 2005

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #215794

$90,000—
Oct 24, 2003

Closed

GLVRMLS #178685

$65,000—
Sep 24, 2003

Pending

GLVRMLS #178685

—
Apr 3, 2003

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #178685

$67,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/09/2026

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$214,900
02/08/2026

Pending

GLVRMLS #767779

—
01/09/2026

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$224,900
11/08/2025

Price Change

GLVRMLS #767779

$234,900
11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #767779

$224,900
08/14/2015

Closed

GLVRMLS #487877

$85,000
08/14/2015

Closed

BRIGHT #1002521580

$85,000
06/26/2015

Pending

GLVRMLS #487877

—
06/24/2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1002521580

—
01/19/2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002521580

$90,000
01/15/2015

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #487877

$90,000
05/20/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #160982063

$89,000
05/20/2005

Closed

GLVRMLS #215794

$89,000
03/31/2005

Pending

GLVRMLS #215794

—
03/24/2005

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #215794

$90,000
10/24/2003

Closed

GLVRMLS #178685

$65,000
09/24/2003

Pending

GLVRMLS #178685

—
04/03/2003

Listed (Active)

GLVRMLS #178685

$67,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 816 North Shell Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,800Additions$74,500Total$82,300
Tax Record2025$2,690 ($224 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914ZoningR-MCountyLEHIGHAPN641738420235-1

Schools near 816 North Shell Street

This home is within Allentown City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ritter El School
Public - K to 5
Harrison-Morton Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Louis E Dieruff High School
Public - 9 to 12
Building 21 Allentown
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ritter El School
PublicK to 5

Harrison-Morton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Louis E Dieruff High School
Public9 to 12

Building 21 Allentown
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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