NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1196 Cross Keys Rd Reading, PA 19605

Bern Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $300,440 - $382,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,428 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 19, 2014

Last sale price $158,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 109% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,952/month

125 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Indoor Pool
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of February 2014

This home will remind you of a home tucked in the mountains. It is built of Western Red Cedar and it is a one owner home. The lot is really lovely. The back yard is relatively flat and really pretty. You will enjoy the cupola and in ground pool which is protected by a privacy fence. There could be four bedrooms. This family used one of the first floor rooms as a den/office. In the winter the gas fireplace is a real treat. The lower level is partially finished and there is a fireplace here too. The home has been well cared for but will need your personal decorating touch.

Last Listed By

Liz Egner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB062436L Listed on: 09/18/2013

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,623

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.99 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,428 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Indoor Pool
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Well
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0103
  • Assessor Parcel Number 27-4490-04-83-0103

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,623

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Appliances Remain
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Remarks Public: This home will remind you of a home tucked in the mountains. It is built of Western Red Cedar and it is a one owner home. The lot is really lovely. The back yard is relatively flat and really pretty. You will enjoy the cupola and in ground pool which is protected by a privacy fence. There could be four bedrooms. This family used one of the first floor rooms as a den/office. In the winter the gas fireplace is a real treat. The lower level is partially finished and there is a fireplace here too. The home has been well cared for but will need your personal decorating touch.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1428
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1428
  • Net Sq Ft: 1428.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 115.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1428
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1196

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: S/W Changeover
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397313

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 67300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 29900.00
  • Lot Features: Irregular, Level, Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.99
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43124.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1478862
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3623.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 27-4490-04-83-0103
  • Tax Lot: 0103
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 02/19/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2020
Sold by
Shirk Neil K and Shirk Rachel
Bought by
Shirk Neil K and Shirk Rachel
Total Days on Market
125
Current Estimated Value
$329,860

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,000
Outstanding Balance
$120,923
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$210,610

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2013
Closed on
Feb 19, 2014
Sold by
J & J Heffleger Quality Apartments
Bought by
Shirk Neil K and Faust Rachel
Seller's Agent
Liz Egner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Laura Gallagher
EveryHome Realtors
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$158,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$31,900
-16.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%
Original Mortgage
$126,400
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 1993
Bought by
J & J Heffleger Qlty Apts Lp

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shirk Neil K -- Title Services
Shirk Neil K $158,000 None Available
J & J Heffleger Qlty Apts Lp -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shirk Neil K $147,000
Closed Shirk Neil K $126,000
Closed Shirk Neil K $126,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/19/2014 02/19/14 Sold $158,000 -4.2% $111 / Sq Ft
01/21/2014 01/21/14 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2014 01/15/14 Price Changed $164,900 -5.7% $115 / Sq Ft
12/04/2013 12/04/13 Price Changed $174,900 -2.8% $122 / Sq Ft
10/30/2013 10/30/13 Price Changed $179,900 -5.3% $126 / Sq Ft
09/18/2013 09/18/13 For Sale $189,900 -- $133 / 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 $1,489 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2024 $3,958 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2023 $3,855 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2022 $3,855 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2021 $3,855 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2020 $3,855 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2019 $3,758 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2018 $3,758 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2017 $3,730 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2016 $1,059 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2015 $1,059 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
2014 $1,059 $97,200 $29,900 $67,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Liz Egner

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Liz Egner

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 656-9426

    6 in this area

    254 Total Sales

    Liz Egner
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  • Laura Gallagher

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Laura Gallagher

    EveryHome Realtors

    (610) 716-7921

    8 Total Sales

    Laura Gallagher
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003592426

Bright MLS

APN: 27-4490-04-83-0103

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Bern

1196 Cross Keys Rd, Reading, PA

Homes for Sale in Reading, PA

This home is located at 1196 Cross Keys Rd, Reading, PA 19605 since 18 September 2013 and is currently estimated at $329,860, approximately $230 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1196 Cross Keys Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Schuylkill Valley Elementary School, Schuylkill Valley Middle School, and Schuylkill Valley High School.

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