Seller's Agent in 2018
Eric Miller
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 685-3103
63 in this area
238 Total Sales
1233 Monroe Ave Reading, PA 19610
Estimated Value: $575,205 - $744,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,750
Sq Ft
$242/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center Rated A-
- Attic
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2018Monroe Avenue's Story ? this quality built brick home is on a quiet street with no through traffic in the heart of Wyomissing! The sellers enjoy the peacefulness of this location within walking distance to the school, pool, and park. They were transferred into town with the intention of only staying a few years on assignment, but fell in love with the community, friendly neighbors and never outgrew the home while raising their family over the last 13 years. The house interior has been painted top to bottom and the upstairs bathrooms remodeled. Center hall foyer reveals scroll bottom staircase with carpet runner & rods, flagstone flooring, plus wide entries to the living and dining rooms. Front to back windows in living room with access to the screened porch and bookshelves flank the flagstone fireplace. Generously sized dining room will allow for a large table and furnishings. Elegant picture frame molding wainscot, crown molding and tongue and groove wood flooring with built-in leaded glass china cabinet. A classic swing door enters the Rutt custom kitchen featuring cabinet front SubZero refrigerator, a large island with cabinetry on the cook's side and morning room with wall of windows and skylights. Convenient laundry/mud room and access from garage complete the main level. Oval stained glass window door to finished lower level with separate outside entrance, brick fireplace, bar area (minus the bar) has been converted to an office area, & pocket door to the full bath. The private Master includes ample closet space and access to the roof deck. A walk-up, floored attic with 2 cedar closets.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 685-3103 emiller@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193624L Listed on: 02/23/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Slate Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,750 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Attic Fan
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Wyomissing Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2136
- Assessor Parcel Number 96-4396-12-87-2136
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 23, 2018
Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Kroppe William Joseph and Kroppe Patricia Catherine
Bought by
Maurer David J and Maurer Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
Eric Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Phil Macaronis
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-6.65%
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
$245,301
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.47%
Original Mortgage
$384,615
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2004
Sold by
Rinker Linda K and Goldberg Linda K
Bought by
Kroppe William Joseph and Kroppe Patricia Catherine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maurer David J | $420,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Kroppe William Joseph | $390,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Maurer David J | $384,615 | |
| Previous Owner | Kroppe William Joseph | $312,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/31/2018 08/31/18 | Sold | $420,000 | -3.4% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2018 06/03/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2018 04/10/18 | Price Changed | $434,900 | -3.3% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 02/23/2018 02/23/18 | For Sale | $449,900 | -- | $164 / 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 | $3,812 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2024 | $12,368 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2023 | $11,574 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2022 | $11,622 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2021 | $11,456 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2020 | $11,269 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2019 | $10,979 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2018 | $10,822 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2017 | $10,748 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2016 | $2,872 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2015 | $2,872 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
| 2014 | $2,872 | $260,000 | $62,300 | $197,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Eric Miller
-
Phil Macaronis
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Phil Macaronis
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 858-4555
21 in this area
116 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000193398
APN: 96-4396-12-87-2136
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