Seller's Agent in 2022
Ben Grande
Springer Realty Group
(610) 780-2857
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
1226 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602
Penn's Common NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $163,000 - $220,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,122
Sq Ft
$87/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Attic
- Double Oven
About This Home
As of November 2022Back on the market and with a New Roof! Need a huge home for your family…well come see this home just on the market! 1226 Eckert Ave has 5 bedrooms! Your new home offers huge living room, a dining room and a kitchen with double oven, top of counter cooking area and lots of cabinetry for all your kitchen needs, lots of windows including two bay windows with seating, perfect for those holiday décor displays. Besides the bedrooms, the second floor offers a patio for those warm summer nights to enjoy before bedtime! The walk-up attic is finished and offers a fifth bedroom. The rear yard offers nice entertaining area. With low taxes and low mortgage rates now is the time to buy this wonderful home and add your finishing touches to make it your own! Schedule your showing today, make an offer sellers just cannot refuse, then start packing!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,814
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,122 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hessian Camp Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3478
- Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-3478
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 17, 2021
Closed on
Nov 10, 2022
Sold by
Derr Terrance
Bought by
Phillips Basil and Phillips Judith Virginia
Seller's Agent
Ben Grande
Springer Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Cathleen Kocsis
Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate-Bethlehem
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-5.66%
Total Days on Market
400
Views
54
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
$35,564
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.18%
Original Mortgage
$147,283
Outstanding Balance
$143,677
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$34,477
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2021
Sold by
Gaffney James and Derr Terrace
Bought by
Derr Terrance
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 2008
Sold by
Weil Janet A and Kaplan Janet A
Bought by
Gaffney James and Derr Terrance
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Basil | $150,000 | -- | |
| Derr Terrance | $39,840 | None Available | |
| Gaffney James | $30,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Phillips Basil | $147,283 | |
| Previous Owner | Gaffney James | $289,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2022 11/11/22 | Sold | $150,000 | 0.0% | $71 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2022 09/21/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/11/2022 08/11/22 | Price Changed | $150,000 | -5.7% | $71 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2022 06/13/22 | For Sale | $159,000 | 0.0% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2022 03/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/11/2022 01/11/22 | For Sale | $159,000 | +6.0% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2021 12/31/21 | Off Market | $150,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | For Sale | $159,000 | 0.0% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2021 10/04/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/17/2021 08/17/21 | For Sale | $159,000 | -- | $75 / 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 | $1,126 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2024 | $1,843 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2023 | $1,814 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2022 | $1,814 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2021 | $1,814 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2020 | $1,796 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2019 | $1,796 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2018 | $1,796 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2017 | $1,784 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2016 | $1,019 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2015 | $1,019 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
| 2014 | $938 | $41,500 | $17,500 | $24,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ben Grande
-
Cathleen Kocsis
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Cathleen Kocsis
Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate-Bethlehem
(610) 972-7618
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2001004
APN: 16-5316-22-29-3478
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