1216 Locust St Reading, PA 19604
Northeast Reading NeighborhoodHighlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
- Porch
- 4-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
As of November 2020Rare large City row on a very nice street next to the 12th & Marion Elementary School. Family owned & occupied for many decades! Spacious formal living & dining rooms. Large eat-in kitchen. Convenient 1st floor laundry. 5 BRS. Modern mechanicals. Hardwood floors under the carpets. Fenced yard with storage garage/workshop. Covered front porch. Could use some cosmetic updating but overall a solid well maintained home with good bones.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Metal Roof
- Asbestos
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,594 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drainage System
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Northeast Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3919
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-38-16-3919
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $99,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Deed | $35,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $97,206 | FHA |
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 |
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: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002570908
APN: 17-5317-38-16-3919
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