Real Estate and Property available in Allentown and Bethlehem PA
Allentown, population 106,632 is located in Lehigh County in the Lehigh Valley and it is the county seat. Allentown is situated northwest of Philadelphia along Interstate 78, on the banks of the Lehigh River. The community lies just west of Bethlehem, with which it shares Lehigh Valley International Airport, near the New Jersey border. Much of the early population of Allentown was of German descent. The city is now a manufacturing center and part of the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, Pennsylvania metro area. Renter occupied housing is 43% of total housing.
Bethlehem, population 71,329, located in Northampton and Lehigh counties. Bethlehem borders with the cities of Allentown and Easton and is part of the greater Lehigh Valley community. Today Bethlehem is experiencing an economic and cultural renaissance promising a future as bright as the city's past. Known as the Christmas City, Bethlehem is also the home of Bethlehem Steel Corporation and a growing number of businesses in the service and technology fields. Bethlehem is also home to Lehigh University and Moravian College. Renter occupied housing is 40% of total housing.
Bethlehem PA - Northampton County The Frankenfield House This outstanding historical residence has been lovingly preserved and smartly updated since its origins in 1844. Privately set on 1 ? acres off a quiet road, the charm and distinction of the property are immediately apparent. Brick and frame construction, a slate roof and an intact root cellar recall an era more than two centuries old. Interior age-old features include gleaming pine floors, nine over six pane windows with original glass in many rooms, high ceilings and intricately-crafted hardware and woodwork of yesteryear. The home has a beautiful flow with generous room sizes and distinct appointments noticeable in every room. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace with Mercer tile surround and a wall of built-in bookcases and