1142 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
Northeast Reading Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
924
Sq Ft
1,306
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Electric Baseboard Heater
About This Home
As of May 2025Back on the Market – Buyer’s Financing Fell Through!Now is your second chance to make this beautiful home yours!Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the desirable Northeast section of Reading! Freshly back on the market and fully move-in ready, this home shines with brand-new windows that flood the space with natural light and enhance its modern appeal.The kitchen is a cook’s dream, featuring a gas stove and stainless steel appliances.Downstairs, the clean and spacious basement offers endless possibilities—perfect for extra storage, a home gym, or even a future entertainment area.Outside, the yard area includes the potential for off-street parking in the back—a rare find in the city!Don’t miss this opportunity to own a turnkey property in a convenient location. This home is active again and won’t last long—schedule your showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS333500 Listed on: 02/14/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $999
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 1,306 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 924 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Basement
- Rear Basement Entry
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Thirteenth And Union Elementary School
- Northeast Middle School
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8557
- Assessor Parcel Number 13-5317-38-16-8557
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Reading Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2024
Sold by
Jackson Alexander Evans
Bought by
Kingdom Foundation Llc
Total Days on Market
53
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,500
Outstanding Balance
$95,951
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$46,296
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2019
Sold by
Giordano Holdings & Realty Services Llc
Bought by
Jackson Alexander Evans
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,500
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2011
Sold by
B & B Real Estate Holdings
Bought by
Giardano Holding & Realty Services Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$17,750
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2007
Sold by
Maxxwell Inc
Bought by
B & B Real Estate Holdings
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2002
Sold by
Sovereign Bank
Bought by
B & B Real Estate Holdings Llp and Maxxwell Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2002
Sold by
Playway Inc
Bought by
Sovereign Bank
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 29, 2000
Sold by
Shuman Alan W and Shuman Marina A
Bought by
Playway Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$24,750
Interest Rate
7.69%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $65,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $65,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $35,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $15,500 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | Conestoga Title Insurance | |
| Deed | $11,900 | Conestoga Berks Title | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $25,700 | Conestoga Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $96,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $96,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $37,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $17,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $17,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $24,750 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Sold | $164,900 | 0.0% | $178 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | For Sale | $164,900 | 0.0% | $178 / Sq Ft |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $164,900 | -- | $178 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $611 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2024 | $999 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2023 | $984 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2022 | $984 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2021 | $984 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2020 | $974 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2019 | $974 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2018 | $974 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2017 | $967 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2016 | $553 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2015 | $553 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
| 2014 | $508 | $22,500 | $9,600 | $12,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alexander Jackson
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alexander Jackson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 400-2539
4 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Christina Rivera
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christina Rivera
EXP Realty, LLC
(267) 975-3556
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2053522
APN: 13-5317-38-16-8557
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