NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $133,275 - $201,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
980 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 18, 2020

Last sale price $75,000 $77 Per Sq Ft

Est. 110% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $920/month

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • 4-minute walk to City Park

About This Home

As of June 2020

You ll want to see this incredibly unique Tudor Revival home located in the Penns Common Historic District directly across from the park. Known by locals as McCormick s Doghouse , the property was built circa 1935 for John McCormick, a local insurance broker who lived next door. He created the property as a getaway for when he quarreled with his wife hence the name doghouse. He incorporated the name into the stucco at the rear of the property. Mr. McCormick would add the finest in architectural details to his modest property including hand made tiles in the kitchen,custom stained glass windows, and a fully tiled 2nd floor bathroom. Step inside after opening the solid oak, Tudor front door into a spacious living room featuring built in bookcase and hardwood floors. The dining room has access to a glass enclosed side porch. The kitchen features stunning tile work and unique stained glass windows. Upstairs you ll find a nice size main bedroom w/ two closets and views of the park across the street. The adjoining sitting room features a window seat and picture window. The large tiled bathroom features original fixtures and stained glass window. The third floor has a good sized room perfect office or game room. The property also features a full basement with hookup for laundry. If you are looking for something with personality and a bit of Reading s history- this is the place for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

O. Chris Miller

(610) 603-2676 CMiller@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 11/07/2019

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

O. Chris Miller

(610) 603-2676 CMiller@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 11/07/2019

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,636

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 871 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 980 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Park or Greenbelt Views
  • Home Security System
  • Stove

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3918
  • Assessor Parcel Number 03-5316-22-19-3918

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,636

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Tudor
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Kitchen appliances, washer, dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 2, Upper 3
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: You ll want to see this incredibly unique Tudor Revival home located in the Penns Common Historic District directly across from the park. Known by locals as McCormick s Doghouse , the property was built circa 1935 for John McCormick, a local insurance broker who lived next door. He created the property as a getaway for when he quarreled with his wife hence the name doghouse. He incorporated the name into the stucco at the rear of the property. Mr. McCormick would add the finest in architectural details to his modest property including hand made tiles in the kitchen,custom stained glass windows, and a fully tiled 2nd floor bathroom. Step inside after opening the solid oak, Tudor front door into a spacious living room featuring built in bookcase and hardwood floors. The dining room has access to a glass enclosed side porch. The kitchen features stunning tile work and unique stained glass windows. Upstairs you ll find a nice size main bedroom w/ two closets and views of the park across the street. The adjoining sitting room features a window seat and picture window. The large tiled bathroom features original fixtures and stained glass window. The third floor has a good sized room perfect office or game room. The property also features a full basement with hookup for laundry. If you are looking for something with personality and a bit of Reading s history- this is the place for you!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Tile/Brick, Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Study, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 980
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 980
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 81.53
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 980
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1126

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 25500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 12300.00
  • Land Use Code: 113R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 871.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1442339
  • School Tax: 678.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1636.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 03-5316-22-19-3918
  • Tax Lot: 3918
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 980
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 06/18/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2019
Closed on
Jun 16, 2020
Sold by
White Star Homes Llc
Bought by
Tracey Matthew N
Seller's Agent
O. Chris Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
O. Chris Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$75,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-6.13%
Current Estimated Value
$157,319

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$82,319
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.03%
Original Mortgage
$73,641
Outstanding Balance
$65,277
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$92,042

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2013
Closed on
Oct 11, 2013
Sold by
Smith Mary Jane
Bought by
White Star Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Judith Ciervo
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Judith Ciervo
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$62,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-21.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1992
Bought by
Smith Mary Jane
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tracey Matthew N $75,000 Signature Abstract
White Star Homes Llc $62,900 None Available
Smith Mary Jane $39,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tracey Matthew N $73,641
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2020 06/18/20 Sold $75,000 0.0% $77 / Sq Ft
05/07/2020 05/07/20 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Off Market $75,000 -- --
01/24/2020 01/24/20 Off Market $75,000 -- --
01/18/2020 01/18/20 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2019 11/07/19 For Sale $79,900 0.0% $82 / Sq Ft
01/15/2014 01/15/14 Rented $800 -5.9% --
12/20/2013 12/20/13 Under Contract -- -- --
10/23/2013 10/23/13 For Rent $850 0.0% --
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Sold $62,900 -8.7% $64 / Sq Ft
08/02/2013 08/02/13 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2013 06/21/13 Price Changed $68,900 -1.1% $70 / Sq Ft
04/12/2013 04/12/13 Price Changed $69,700 -12.5% $71 / Sq Ft
04/02/2013 04/02/13 Price Changed $79,700 -0.3% $81 / Sq Ft
03/30/2013 03/30/13 For Sale $79,900 -- $82 / 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 $1,026 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2024 $1,678 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2023 $1,652 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2022 $1,652 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2021 $1,652 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2020 $1,636 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2019 $1,636 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2018 $1,636 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2017 $1,625 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2016 $928 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2015 $928 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
2014 $854 $37,800 $12,300 $25,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK350496

Bright MLS

APN: 03-5316-22-19-3918