Allentown, PA
Stress
55STRESS
Risk
35MODERATE
7d+9
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BuyingChallenging for buyers
Affordability is severely stretched in Allentown. Budget carefully, expect competition to ease, consider nearby metros.
SellingMarket is shifting
Moderate correction risk. Price competitively. Overpriced listings are sitting longer.
OwningStay informed
Some indicators elevated but nothing alarming. Home likely holding value.
Score Breakdown
$370K+3.2% YoY
26.5%of listings reduced
13median
2,104+6.9% YoY
$2,492PITI on median
41.7%of income
0.02%
6.58%
4.1%state (BLS)
NortheastBLS regional adjustment
Larger shape = more stress from more sources.
Market Signals
12-MONTH FORECAST
Statistical projection based on historical trends.
12-month price projectionTrend direction, confidence bands, and R-squared fit.
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AFFORDABILITYRenting $631/mo cheaper ($1,861 rent)6.58% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + PA ins. 28% per HUD.
Enter your income for Allentown.
$74,037 on $370,184.324
Out of reach — 39.9% of income
Need $106,800/yr to afford.
PITI$2,492
P/I39.9%
Afford$260K
Gap-$110K
P&I $1,887Tax $487Ins $117
Home Buying Kit For Dummies (2025)Financing, negotiation, closing
RENT VS BUY
Rent$1,861/mo
Buy (PITI)$2,492/mo
Renting 34% cheaper20% down, 6.58%, 30yr fixed, full PITI
16.6xFair Value
1 years
051015yr
Extra/mo$631
Equity/yr$21,843
Buying pays off quickly.
Trend
Score HistoryJul 28, 2026
Rising = worse for buyers.
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