$214,900
SOLD MAR 8, 2019
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,242 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$96 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Game Room

About This Home

As of December 2019

One floor living at its best!! Remarkable 3 bedroom ranch style home located in the community of Villages at Rivers Edge and the Township of Muhlenberg. This well maintained home with 2 car garage offers many features including spacious kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, adjacent dinette area, dramatic vaulted ceilings and large covered deck overlooking rear yard and the open space behind home. The family room is open and includes laminate flooring, vaulted ceiling with fan and cozy gas fireplace with custom mantel surround. The spacious master suite includes walk-in closet and full bath. The remaining 2 bedrooms are nicely sized and include plenty of closet space. The 2nd full bath is located in the hallway and includes a 5' tub shower unit. The Laundry is conveniently located on the main floor. The full basement is partially finished and adds an additional 660 sqft of living space. There is also aces to the rear yard from the lower level to the rear yard area. The property's mechanical systems include a hi-efficient gas forced air heat and central air conditioning system. Recent upgrades include newer roof and newer ac unit. The home has been freshly painted and has been well cared for. Ideally located and close to all conveniences. Call today for your personal tour of this amazing home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Werner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS141675A Listed on: 02/15/2019

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Michele Lenhart

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS185538L

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Game Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Multiple Phone Lines
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Villages At Rivers Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1483
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-4399-02-96-1483

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Remarks Public: One floor living at its best!! Remarkable 3 bedroom ranch style home located in the community of Villages at Rivers Edge and the Township of Muhlenberg. This well maintained home with 2 car garage offers many features including spacious kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, adjacent dinette area, dramatic vaulted ceilings and large covered deck overlooking rear yard and the open space behind home. The family room is open and includes laminate flooring, vaulted ceiling with fan and cozy gas fireplace with custom mantel surround. The spacious master suite includes walk-in closet and full bath. The remaining 2 bedrooms are nicely sized and include plenty of closet space. The 2nd full bath is located in the hallway and includes a 5' tub shower unit. The Laundry is conveniently located on the main floor. The full basement is partially finished and adds an additional 660 sqft of living space. There is also aces to the rear yard from the lower level to the rear yard area. The property's mechanical systems include a hi-efficient gas forced air heat and central air conditioning system. Recent upgrades include newer roof and newer ac unit. The home has been freshly painted and has been well cared for. Ideally located and close to all conveniences. Call today for your personal tour of this amazing home.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Poured Concrete
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2242
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2242
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 135.84
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1582
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 660
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 660
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1038

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Multiple Phone Lines, Phone
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 103700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 31600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6970.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Roof
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1541225
  • School Tax: 4033.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5746.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-4399-02-96-1483
  • Tax Lot: 1483
  • Tax Page Number: 25
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1582
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 03/08/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2019
Closed on
Dec 16, 2019
Sold by
Sherman Russell and Sherman Karin L
Bought by
Sheriff Elizabeth A
Seller's Agent
Michele Lenhart
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karl Becker
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$237,500
Sold Price
$237,500
Current Estimated Value
$390,028

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$152,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.75%
Original Mortgage
$237,500
Outstanding Balance
$211,628
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$169,278

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2019
Closed on
Mar 8, 2019
Sold by
Shipp Helen M
Bought by
Sherman Russell and Sherman Karin L
Seller's Agent
Mark Werner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Michele Lenhart
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$214,900
Sold Price
$214,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2001
Sold by
Grande Fiorino
Bought by
Shipp Raymond F and Shipp Helen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $237,500 Title Services
Deed $214,900 Title Services
Warranty Deed $138,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $237,500 VA
Previous Owner $34,572 Unknown
Previous Owner $38,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/20/2019 12/20/19 Sold $237,500 0.0% $106 / Sq Ft
11/17/2019 11/17/19 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2019 11/15/19 Off Market $237,500 -- --
11/12/2019 11/12/19 For Sale $237,500 +10.5% $106 / Sq Ft
03/08/2019 03/08/19 Sold $214,900 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft
02/21/2019 02/21/19 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2019 02/15/19 For Sale $214,900 -- $96 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,031 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2024 $6,514 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2023 $6,114 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2022 $6,012 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2021 $5,870 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2020 $5,870 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2019 $5,746 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2018 $5,644 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2017 $5,538 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2016 $1,640 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2015 $1,640 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
2014 $1,640 $135,300 $31,600 $103,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK325014

Bright MLS

APN: 66-4399-02-96-1483