--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/pa/allentown --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Allentown, Pennsylvania > Find top Allentown, PA real estate agents in the Lehigh Valley. Home prices, market trends, and expert rankings for Allentown buyers. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Pennsylvania --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Jeffrey Burnatowski - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 272 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 43 - **Listings:** 0 ### #2 Cliff Lewis - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Hearthside - **Total Sales:** 4481 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 26 - **Listings:** 26 ### #3 Larry Ginsburg - **Brokerage:** BHHS Regency Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1200 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 54 - **Listings:** 6 ### #4 Tim and Michelle Weber - **Brokerage:** BHHS Fox & Roach - **Total Sales:** 564 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 20 - **Listings:** 2 ### #5 Humera Home Sales - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Unlimited - **Total Sales:** 661 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 18 - **Listings:** 0 ### #6 Humera Khawaja - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Unlimited - **Total Sales:** 662 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 18 - **Listings:** 1 ### #7 Eric Rothenberger - **Brokerage:** Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Valley Partners - **Total Sales:** 1127 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 19 - **Listings:** 7 ### #8 Assist 2 Sell - **Brokerage:** Assist2Sell Buyers & Sellers Realty, Inc - **Total Sales:** 1867 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 29 - **Listings:** 2 ### #9 Pat Spitzer - **Brokerage:** Weichert,Realtors - **Total Sales:** 724 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 23 - **Listings:** 0 ### #10 Shabana Pathan Group - **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1435 - **Avg Rating:** 4.9 - **Years Experience:** 21 - **Listings:** 11 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Allentown Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Allentown, Pennsylvania? The median home price in Allentown is $235,800. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting. ### How long does it take to sell a home in Allentown? Homes in Allentown spend an average of 35 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer. ### How do I find the best real estate agent in Allentown, Pennsylvania? Look for agents with verified sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Allentown's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Allentown based on verified sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold. ### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Allentown? In Pennsylvania, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Allentown will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions). ### How much does a real estate agent cost in Allentown? In Pennsylvania, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing. ### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Allentown? Ask about their recent sales in Allentown specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these. ### Why has Allentown become a hot market for buyers relocating from New York and New Jersey? Allentown offers strikingly low home prices — median around $235,000 — combined with a 1.5-hour commute to Manhattan on NJ Transit via the Lehigh Valley corridor, making it an increasingly popular destination for tri-state area transplants. Remote-work flexibility has accelerated this trend dramatically since 2020, as buyers realize they can get a full single-family home in Allentown for the price of a New York studio. ### What neighborhoods in Allentown offer the best value for buyers? The West End is Allentown's most established neighborhood, featuring large older homes and proximity to Lehigh Parkway, and commands the highest prices in the city. East Allentown and the Midway Manor area offer more affordable options with solid rental demand, while the Arena District near PPL Center has benefited from the downtown revitalization push of the past decade. ### How has Allentown's downtown revitalization affected property values? The Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ), a unique Pennsylvania tax incentive district around downtown Allentown, has driven hundreds of millions in commercial development including PPL Center arena, new hotels, and office towers — raising the profile and attractiveness of nearby residential neighborhoods. NIZ-adjacent properties have seen above-average appreciation as the downtown becomes a genuine amenity rather than a deterrent. ### What is the buyer profile in Allentown and what do they typically seek? Allentown attracts a diverse buyer pool including first-time buyers from the Lehigh Valley, value-seeking transplants from the Philadelphia suburbs, and investors targeting buy-and-hold rentals given the city's strong renter population. Healthcare workers at Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke's — the region's dominant employers — represent a significant slice of steady buyers. ### How does Allentown compare to Bethlehem and Easton for buyers in the Lehigh Valley? All three cities are undergoing revitalization, but Allentown is the largest with more diverse housing stock ranging from rowhomes under $150K to West End estates over $500K. Bethlehem is often perceived as more gentrified and walkable (especially near Musikfest and SteelStacks), commanding a slight premium, while Easton has emerged as the artsy, up-and-coming pick with strong downtown momentum and the lowest prices of the three. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/pa/allentown*