221 Franklin St

Alburtis, PA 18011

$425,000
Price
4
Beds
3,800 Sq. Ft.
$112 / Sq. Ft.
3,800
Sq. Ft.
$112
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ask how to receive a $3,000 lender credit! Charming circa 1879 Victorian Farmhouse, ideally located in the heart of Alburtis with an IN-LAW suite, and detached Barn/Garage! Steeped in character and filled with warmth, this home showcases 9 ft ceilings on the main level and original pine floors throughout (hidden by some carpet!). The spacious, eat-in kitchen features quality cabinetry, a center island, and recessed lighting—perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The formal dining room is a...Ask how to receive a $3,000 lender credit! Charming circa 1879 Victorian Farmhouse, ideally located in the heart of Alburtis with an IN-LAW suite, and detached Barn/Garage! Steeped in character and filled with warmth, this home showcases 9 ft ceilings on the main level and original pine floors throughout (hidden by some carpet!). The spacious, eat-in kitchen features quality cabinetry, a center island, and recessed lighting—perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The formal dining room is a true standout with hand-painted murals by Ernst Hartenfeld dating back to the 1930s—a unique and rare touch of history. A welcoming covered side porch leads into an oversized mudroom and main floor laundry, offering convenience and extra storage. First Floor Bedroom and half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find 2-3 bedrooms, a full bath, and access to a walk-up unfinished attic. Walk-out lower level offers incredible versatility with an in-law suite, two finished rooms, a mini kitchenette, a full bath, and an additional storage space—perfect for guests, entertaining, or a home office setup. Efficient mini split heat/AC within part main floor and in-law lower level. Picturesque backyard leads to a detached 2-car garage with loft storage and an off-street parking pad, making this property as functional as it is beautiful. Walking distance to parks, school, community center, Downtown & restaurants. And Zoned Commercial for potential business opportunities - Check with the Borough.
  1. Listed by Kelly Houston • Brokerage DRE #RB065870 • Keller Williams Real Estate - Northampton Co • Kelly.choicerealty@gmail.com

Property Details for 221 Franklin Street

Zoning Description
Commercial
Zoning
C-1
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2025 02:31 AM

Property Details for 221 Franklin Street

StatusActive
MLS #PM-131154
Days on Market35
Taxes$6,527 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1879
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
CountyLehigh County

Building Information for 221 Franklin Street

Stories2Year Built1879Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

Property Information for 221 Franklin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rt 100 S to right on Spring road to left on Franklin
  • County Or Parish: Lehigh
  • Latitude: 40.510558
  • Longitude: -75.602422
  • General Property Information : Water Body Access: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Map Number: 546356518123001
  • Tax Legal Description: Property Address: 0221 Franklin St /Tile Number: 435607/School District: East Penn School District /Family Rooms: 0
  • Tax Book Number: 2022029216
  • Parcel Number: 01 L07NW4 011 018
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,526.72
  • General Property Information : Association: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • General Property Information : Garage: Yes
  • General Property Information : Attached Garage: No
  • General Property Information : Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Information : Carport: No
  • General Property Information : Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features : Garage Faces Side: Yes
  • Parking Features : Off Street: Yes
  • Parking Features : On Street: Yes
  • Parking Features : Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Features : Paved: Yes
  • Parking Features : Storage: Yes
School Information
  • District High School: East Penn
  • Elementary School: Alburtis Elementary School
  • High School: Emmaus High School
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2900.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 900.0
  • Building Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 67.5 X 228.75 IRREG
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Living Area: 3800.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Building Area Total: 3800.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.27
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11761.2
  • General Property Information : Above Grade Finished Area: 2900.0
  • General Property Information : Below Grade Finished Area: 900.0
  • General Property Information : Living Area: 3800.0
  • General Property Information : Living Area Source: Estimated
  • General Property Information : Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • General Property Information : Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • General Property Information : Building Area Source: Estimated
  • General Property Information : Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • General Property Information : Lot Size Dimensions: 67.5 X 228.75 IRREG
  • Structure Type : House: Yes
  • Architectural Style : Farmhouse: Yes
  • Architectural Style : Victorian: Yes
  • Construction Materials : Brick: Yes
  • Construction Materials : Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Road Surface Type : Paved: Yes
  • Road Responsibility : Public Maintained Road: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures : Certificate of Occupancy Required: Yes
  • Possession : Close Of Escrow: Yes
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Owner Name: Mona Hassan and Mustafa Tuna
  • Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1879
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Contract Information : Owner Name: Mona Hassan and Mustafa Tuna
  • General Property Information : Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Current Use : Residential: Yes
Utilities
  • Electric: Yes
  • Sewer: Public
  • Electric : 200+ Amp Service: Yes
  • Electric : Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Water Source : Public: Yes
  • Sewer : Public Sewer: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool Private: No
  • General Property Information : Pool Private: No
  • Other Structures : Barn(s): Yes
  • Roof : Asphalt: Yes
  • Roof : Fiberglass: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features : Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features : Covered: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Walk-Out
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Mini Split, Window ACs
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Features: Attic Storage, Center Island, Drapes, Extended Family Qtrs, Family Room First Level, Family Room Lower Level, Foyer, Laundry First, Utility/Mud Room, Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.1
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • General Property Information : Rooms Total: 10.0
  • General Property Information : Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • General Property Information : Stories: 2.0
  • General Property Information : Fireplace: No
  • General Property Information : Basement: Yes
  • Interior Features : Breakfast Nook: Yes
  • Interior Features : Pantry: Yes
  • Interior Features : Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Interior Features : Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Interior Features : High Ceilings: Yes
  • Interior Features : Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Interior Features : In-Law Floorplan: Yes
  • Interior Features : Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Interior Features : Storage: Yes
  • Laundry Features : Main Level: Yes
  • Flooring : Hardwood: Yes
  • Flooring : Laminate: Yes
  • Flooring : Tile: Yes
  • Window Features : Bay Window(s): Yes
  • Basement : Full: Yes
  • Basement : Daylight: Yes
  • Basement : Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Basement : Partially Finished: Yes
  • Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Cooling : Ductless: Yes
  • Cooling : Wall/Window Unit(s): Yes
  • Heating : Ductless: Yes
  • Heating : Hot Water: Yes
  • Heating : Electric: Yes
  • Heating : Oil: Yes
  • Appliances : Electric Oven: Yes
  • Appliances : Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances : Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances : Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances : Washer: Yes
  • Appliances : Dryer: Yes
Room Information
  • Room Types : Living Room: Yes
  • Room Types : Bathroom 2: Yes
  • Room Types : Bathroom 2 Level: Lower
  • Room Types : Bathroom 3: Yes
  • Room Types : Bathroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Types : Living Room Level: First
  • Room Types : Dining Room: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 2: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Types : Bedroom 3: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Types : Bedroom 4: Yes
  • Room Types : Bedroom 4 Level: Lower
  • Room Types : Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Types : Foyer Area: Yes
  • Room Types : Foyer Area Level: First
  • Room Types : Kitchen: Yes
  • Room Types : Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Types : Laundry: Yes
  • Room Types : Laundry Level: First
  • Room Types : Other: Yes
  • Room Types : Other Level: First
  • Room Types : Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Room Types : Primary Bathroom Level: Second
  • Room Types : Primary Bedroom: Yes
  • Room Types : Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Rental
Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Contract Information : Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 221 Franklin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 221 Franklin Street

Taxable ValueLand$34,100Additions$188,200Total$222,300
Tax Record2025$6,527 ($544 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,900 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,900 SqFtStories3Lot Size11,655 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1879ZoningC-1CountyLEHIGHAPN546356518123-1

Schools near 221 Franklin Street

This home is within East Penn School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Alburtis El School
PublicK to 5

Lower Macungie Middle School
Public6 to 8

Emmaus High School
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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221 Franklin Street is a single family home for sale in Alburtis, PA 18011. This property was listed for sale on April 9, 2025 by Keller Williams Real Estate - Northampton Co, it's currently listed at $425,000. It has been on the market for a total of 35 days and was last sold on August 15, 2022. This listing's school district is East Penn School District. Nearby schools include Alburtis El School, Lower Macungie Middle School and Emmaus High School. 221 Franklin Street is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 3,800 sqft single family home built in 1879.

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