1216 Locust St Reading, PA 19604
Northeast Reading Neighborhood
5
Beds
1
Bath
1,594
Sq Ft
1,307
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Formal Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- No HOA
- Porch
- 4-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
As of November 2020Spacious well maintained and updated brick row in an excellent NE Reading neighborhood located directly across from the 12th & Marion Elementary School and within walking distance to all the schools from K-12 plus Albright College. The main level consists of a large living room with new laminate floor and ornamental fireplace, a formal dining room with new laminate floor, a large, new 23 handle modern kitchen with double sink, built-in microwave, electric range & refrigerator, convenient 1st floor laundry completes the main level. Level 2 has 3 spacious BRS all with new carpeting and a nice full bath. Level 3 has 2 more nice sized BRS both with new carpeting. The basement is clean and dry and has a tiled stall shower and outside exit. Many updates include a gas boiler with summer/winter hookup for hot water, 100 AMP electric service & breaker panel, replacement windows, recoated metal roofs, covered front cement porch, nice rear yard with built-in block shed, nice decor throughout. Probably the nicest home under 100k on the market in Reading. Will not last very long!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,415
Year Built
- Built in 1905 | Remodeled in 2020
Lot Details
- 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,594 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Drain
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Hot Water Heating System
- Above Ground Utilities
- 100 Amp Service
- Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Phone Available
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3919
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-38-16-3919
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2020
Closed on
Nov 4, 2020
Sold by
Freymoyer Jeremy P and Brenkmann Christian
Bought by
Rijo Yaquelin Alvarez
Seller's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$99,000
Sold Price
$99,000
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.53%
Original Mortgage
$97,206
Outstanding Balance
$87,481
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$68,169
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2015
Closed on
Sep 25, 2015
Sold by
Coller Linda
Bought by
Freymoyer Jeremy P and Brenckmann Christian
Seller's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$59,900
Sold Price
$35,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-41.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.52%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2011
Sold by
Fronheiser Mary A
Bought by
The Fronheiser Irrevocable Trust
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $99,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Deed | $35,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $97,206 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2020 11/06/20 | Sold | $99,000 | 0.0% | $62 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2020 09/21/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/21/2020 09/21/20 | For Sale | $99,000 | +182.9% | $62 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2015 09/25/15 | Sold | $35,000 | -29.9% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2015 08/26/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2015 06/17/15 | Price Changed | $49,900 | -16.7% | $31 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2015 04/08/15 | For Sale | $59,900 | -- | $38 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 | $888 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2024 | $1,452 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2023 | $1,430 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2022 | $1,430 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2021 | $1,430 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2020 | $1,415 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2019 | $1,415 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2018 | $1,415 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2017 | $1,406 | $32,700 | $14,700 | $18,000 |
| 2016 | $953 | $38,800 | $15,000 | $23,800 |
| 2015 | $953 | $38,800 | $15,000 | $23,800 |
| 2014 | $877 | $38,800 | $15,000 | $23,800 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK364124
APN: 17-5317-38-16-3919
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