NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1219 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602

Penn's Common Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $231,000 - $516,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,686 Sq Ft
$116/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 02, 2014

Last sale price $107,000 $40 Per Sq Ft

Est. 190% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,853/month

Highlights

  • 0.1 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of May 2014

Meticulously maintained 5 bedroom 2 1/2 bath brick Victorian. Spacious home with over 3000 sq ft on 4 levels, including a 3rd floor den and finished basement with wet bar. A Classic home with old-world charm throughout--9 1/2 foot ceilings, hardwood floors, intricate moldings and a terrific covered porch. Also features a gas fireplace, 2nd floor wood burning Franklin stove, garage and replacement windows. Fenced rear yard with patio overlooking beautiful gardens.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Chiarelli

(610) 378-9900 chiarelli3@yahoo.com Commonwealth Real Estate LLC Listed on: 07/09/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Penny Noll

(610) 780-6688 pennynollrealtor@gmail.com RE/MAX Evolved License #AB052181L

RE/MAX Evolved

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,686 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3614
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-3614

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Living Room & Master Bedroom Drapes,Freezer In Basement
  • Inclusions: Refrig,Micro,Gas Range/Oven,Bar Refrig
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: Meticulously maintained 5 bedroom 2 1/2 bath brick Victorian. Spacious home with over 3000 sq ft on 4 levels, including a 3rd floor den and finished basement with wet bar. A Classic home with old-world charm throughout--9 1/2 foot ceilings, hardwood floors, intricate moldings and a terrific covered porch. Also features a gas fireplace, 2nd floor wood burning Franklin stove, garage and replacement windows. Fenced rear yard with patio overlooking beautiful gardens.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Stove - Wood, Wet/Dry Bar, Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 10
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2686
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2686
  • Net Sq Ft: 2686.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 40.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2686
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1219

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle, Metal
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 71900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 19600.00
  • Land Use Code: 121D
  • Lot Features: Flag, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: SEE LEGAL DESCRIP
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1458602
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3658.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-22-29-3614
  • Tax Lot: 3614
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 05/02/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2013
Closed on
May 2, 2014
Sold by
Nein Thomas W and Nein Anna Mae
Bought by
Edwards Cassandra D and Edwards Tasheena T
Seller's Agent
John Chiarelli
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Penny Noll
RE/MAX Evolved
List Price
$119,900
Sold Price
$107,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-10.76%
Current Estimated Value
$310,336

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,336
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.81%
Original Mortgage
$105,056
Outstanding Balance
$81,874
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$229,699
Source: Public Records

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
Edwards Cassandra D $107,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Edwards Cassandra D $105,056
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/02/2014 05/02/14 Sold $107,000 -2.6% $40 / Sq Ft
04/12/2014 04/12/14 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2014 03/21/14 Price Changed $109,900 -6.0% $41 / Sq Ft
01/09/2014 01/09/14 Price Changed $116,900 -2.5% $44 / Sq Ft
01/06/2014 01/06/14 For Sale $119,900 0.0% $45 / Sq Ft
10/23/2013 10/23/13 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2013 09/17/13 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $45 / Sq Ft
07/09/2013 07/09/13 For Sale $129,900 -- $48 / 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 $2,483 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2024 $4,063 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2023 $4,000 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2022 $4,000 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2021 $4,000 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2020 $3,960 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2019 $3,960 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2018 $3,960 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2017 $3,934 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2016 $2,247 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2015 $2,247 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
2014 $2,068 $91,500 $19,600 $71,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Chiarelli

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    John Chiarelli

    Commonwealth Real Estate LLC

    (610) 378-9900

    44 Total Sales

    John Chiarelli
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  • Penny Noll

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Penny Noll

    RE/MAX

    (610) 780-6688

    82 Total Sales

    Penny Noll
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003522412

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-22-29-3614

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 Penn's Common

1219 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1219 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602 since 09 July 2013 and is currently estimated at $310,336, approximately $115 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1219 Eckert Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including 16th & Haak Elementary School, Central Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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