1225 Elm St Reading, PA 19604
Hillside Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
3
Sq Ft
871
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Instant Hot Water
- No HOA
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- 5-minute walk to City Park
About This Home
As of January 2021Your Search is Over ! This is a beautifully redone 4BR 2BTH row home in the prime district of Reading . The home has been completely renovated with hardwood flooring throughout. The first floor showcases high ceilings and sun drenched rooms. . Freshly painted with extra large living room area and common dining area ! 2nd and 3rd floors highlight full sized bedrooms and completely redone bathroom. The home has a full sized basement with a additional bathroom for your convience . Large Backyard area for entertaining guest and family get togethers. Quiet Block just steps to shopping and schools and houses of worship and public parks. Come view today . Any isssues with Showing time Text me direct 347 863 0719
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 12/28/2020
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,532
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 871 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Back-to-Back Home
- Brick Foundation
- Combination Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 4 Levels
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Instant Hot Water
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- 10Th-Green Elementary School
- Northeast Middle School
- Reading High School
Utilities
- Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- No Septic System
Additional Features
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Porch
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09-5317-70-11-8957
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 2024
Sold by
Tax Claim Bureau Of Berks County Pennsyl
Bought by
Lauren David Properties Llc
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 28, 2020
Closed on
Jan 25, 2021
Sold by
Carvajal Ruth D
Bought by
Lind Janette
Seller's Agent
Phillip Valentin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
Phillip Valentin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$88,500
Sold Price
$79,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-10.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.76%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 2020
Sold by
Irizarry Hector
Bought by
Carvajal Ruth D
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 20, 2019
Closed on
Dec 17, 2019
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Irizarry Hector
Seller's Agent
Loretta Leibert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Susan Robitzer
United Real Estate Strive 212
List Price
$32,000
Sold Price
$34,555
Premium/Discount to List
$2,555
7.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.53%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2019
Sold by
Citizens Bank Na
Bought by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2018
Sold by
Berks County Sheriff
Bought by
Citizens Bank Na
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2012
Closed on
Aug 5, 2013
Sold by
Rwin Llc
Bought by
Frutos Cortez Miguel A
Seller's Agent
Raymond Winters
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
List Price
$52,500
Sold Price
$49,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-6.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.23%
Original Mortgage
$48,112
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2012
Closed on
Aug 20, 2012
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Rwin Llc
Seller's Agent
Alex Betances
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Raymond Winters
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
List Price
$29,990
Sold Price
$24,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,990
-19.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
115.44%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2012
Sold by
Muschaweck Anthony J and Muschaweck Eric L
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2007
Sold by
Bernet Patricia C
Bought by
Muschaweck Erica L and Muschaweck Anthony J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,900
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes | $45,497 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $79,000 | Stewart Abstract | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | $15,000 | None Available | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | $34,555 | Edge Abstract | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $49,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $24,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $2,300 | None Available | |
| Deed | $49,900 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $48,112 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $49,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25/2021 01/25/21 | Sold | $79,000 | -10.7% | $26,333 / Sq Ft |
| 12/28/2020 12/28/20 | For Sale | $88,500 | +156.1% | $29,500 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2019 12/18/19 | Sold | $34,555 | 0.0% | $24 / Sq Ft |
| 11/27/2019 11/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/21/2019 11/21/19 | Off Market | $34,555 | -- | -- |
| 10/01/2019 10/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2019 09/26/19 | Off Market | $34,555 | -- | -- |
| 09/20/2019 09/20/19 | For Sale | $32,000 | -34.7% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2013 08/05/13 | Sold | $49,000 | -6.7% | $31 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2013 07/01/13 | Price Changed | $52,500 | 0.0% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2013 07/01/13 | For Sale | $52,500 | +5.2% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2013 05/22/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2013 05/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2013 05/07/13 | Price Changed | $49,900 | -5.0% | $32 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2013 05/01/13 | For Sale | $52,500 | +7.1% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2013 05/01/13 | Off Market | $49,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2013 04/10/13 | For Sale | $52,500 | 0.0% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2013 03/14/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/14/2013 01/14/13 | Price Changed | $52,500 | -7.7% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 12/14/2012 12/14/12 | Price Changed | $56,900 | -5.0% | $36 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2012 11/01/12 | For Sale | $59,900 | +149.6% | $38 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2012 08/30/12 | Sold | $24,000 | 0.0% | $17 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2012 08/14/12 | Off Market | $24,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/13/2012 08/13/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2012 07/10/12 | For Sale | $29,990 | -- | $21 / 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 | $961 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2024 | $1,572 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2023 | $1,548 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2022 | $1,548 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2021 | $1,548 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2020 | $1,532 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2019 | $1,532 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2018 | $1,532 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2017 | $1,522 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2016 | $869 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2015 | $869 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
| 2014 | $800 | $35,400 | $10,000 | $25,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Phillip Valentin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 450-8771
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Loretta Leibert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
(215) 514-4872
498 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Susan Robitzer
United Real Estate Strive 212
(704) 880-0510
60 Total Sales
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2013
Raymond Winters
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
-
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
(484) 345-9135
6 in this area
248 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2012
Alex Betances
EXP Realty, LLC
(610) 926-8610
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK371888
APN: 09-5317-70-11-8957
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