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Highlights
- Spacious living room
- Gas heat
- Adjoining dining area
- Comfortable bedrooms
- Central air
Location
1242 S Jefferson St, Allentown, PA 18103, USA
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Amenities for 1242 S Jefferson St
Features
| 2 Floors | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Air | Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Community
| Roof Type: Fiberglass |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Other
| Ceiling Fans | Roof Type: Asphalt |
| Six Rooms |
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About 1242 S Jefferson St
Property Status: Active Welcome to this charming 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Cape Cod home located in the desirable South Allentown! The spacious living room offers plenty of natural light, while the adjoining dining area is perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. The three comfortable bedrooms offer plenty of space for rest and relaxation. This home also boasts gas heat and central air, ensuring year-round comfort. You'll also find a cozy covered patio, ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing outdoors. This home is close to shopping, dining, and easy access to major roads for commuting. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this Cape Cod beauty yours - schedule your showing today! Copyright © 2026 Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1242 S Jefferson St compares to other nearby properties.
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- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.1 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 18103 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Allentown
3-bedroom apartments at 1242 S Jefferson St cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Allentown.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Allentown
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,996 |
| December 2024 | $1,997 |
| January 2025 | $2,000 |
| February 2025 | $1,960 |
| March 2025 | $2,118 |
| April 2025 | $2,187 |
| May 2025 | $2,063 |
| June 2025 | $2,096 |
| July 2025 | $2,200 |
| August 2025 | $2,321 |
| September 2025 | $2,279 |
| October 2025 | $2,271 |
| November 2025 | $2,125 |
| December 2025 | $2,093 |
| January 2026 | $1,993 |
| February 2026 | $1,995 |
| March 2026 | $1,850 |
| April 2026 | $1,881 |
| May 2026 | $1,981 |
| June 2026 | $1,998 |
| July 2026 | $2,000 |
| August 2026 | $2,000 |
| September 2026 | $1,975 |
| October 2026 | $1,972 |
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Can I afford to live at 1242 S Jefferson St?
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Getting around Allentown near 1242 S Jefferson St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1242 S Jefferson St, Allentown
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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