NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1228 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602

Penn's Common Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $181,000 - $257,000

6 Beds
2 Baths
2,162 Sq Ft
$104/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 05, 2017

Last sale price $54,900 $25 Per Sq Ft

Est. 310% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,286/month

Highlights

  • Dutch Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of September 2017

Grand 6 private bedroom, 2 full bath row home nestled on a lovely tree lined street. The interior boasts over 2100 square feet. Hardwood floors, large living room and dining room, and replacement cabinets in the kitchen. The second level hosts 4 bedrooms and 2 more on the third floor. Fenced rear yard. On street parking. Updated mechanicals hot water heater was installed in 2014. Gas Furnace in 2008.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alex Betances

(610) 926-8610 alex@brgpa.com EXP Realty, LLC License #ab066202 Listed on: 06/21/2016

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Marjorie DeJesus

(610) 468-3062 margie.dejesus@cbhomes.com Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Dutch Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,162 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3498
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-3498

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Dutch
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: Grand 6 private bedroom, 2 full bath row home nestled on a lovely tree lined street. The interior boasts over 2100 square feet. Hardwood floors, large living room and dining room, and replacement cabinets in the kitchen. The second level hosts 4 bedrooms and 2 more on the third floor. Fenced rear yard. On street parking. Updated mechanicals hot water heater was installed in 2014. Gas Furnace in 2008.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Stain/Lead Glass
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2162
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2162
  • Net Sq Ft: 2162.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 25.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2162
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1228

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 23700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 17500.00
  • Land Use Code: 117R
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1458601
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1771.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-22-29-3498
  • Tax Lot: 3498
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 09/05/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2016
Closed on
Aug 5, 2017
Sold by
Colon Melissa and Colon Marcus A
Bought by
Maldonado Yajaira A
Seller's Agent
Alex Betances
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Marjorie DeJesus
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$54,900
Sold Price
$54,900
Current Estimated Value
$225,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$170,100
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2009
Sold by
Colon Melissa
Bought by
Colon Melissa and Colon Cyrus A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2006
Sold by
Colon Melissa
Bought by
Colon Melissa and Colon Angel

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2001
Sold by
Rhoads Helen M
Bought by
Colon Melissa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$42,750
Interest Rate
7.06%
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
Maldonado Yajaira A $549,000 None Available
Colon Melissa -- None Available
Colon Melissa -- None Available
Colon Melissa -- None Available
Colon Melissa $45,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Colon Melissa $42,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/05/2017 09/05/17 Sold $54,900 0.0% $25 / Sq Ft
06/06/2017 06/06/17 Off Market $54,900 -- --
05/25/2017 05/25/17 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2017 04/14/17 For Sale $54,900 0.0% $25 / Sq Ft
04/14/2017 04/14/17 Off Market $54,900 -- --
04/10/2017 04/10/17 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2016 06/21/16 For Sale $54,900 -- $25 / 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 $1,118 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2024 $1,829 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2023 $1,801 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2022 $1,801 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2021 $1,801 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2020 $1,783 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2019 $1,783 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2018 $1,783 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2017 $1,771 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2016 $1,012 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2015 $1,012 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
2014 $931 $41,200 $17,500 $23,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alex Betances

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Alex Betances

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (610) 926-8610

    16 Total Sales

    Alex Betances
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  • Marjorie DeJesus

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Marjorie DeJesus

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (610) 468-3062

    3 in this area

    310 Total Sales

    Marjorie DeJesus
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003329063

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-22-29-3498

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 Penn's Common

1228 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1228 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602 since 21 June 2016 and is currently estimated at $225,000, approximately $104 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1228 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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