Sheldon Zimmerman
Peak Asset Realty
(223) 216-2011
213 Total Sales
3 in Penn's Common
$60K - $270K Price Range
1235 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602
Penn's Common NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $269,000 - $486,000
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,427
Sq Ft
$100/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.15 Acre Lot
- Traditional Floor Plan
- No HOA
- Federal Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Breakfast Room
About This Home
As of October 2020"Spacious and gracious" describe the beautiful home, built in 1929 by a Reading medical doctor. The Flemish bond brickwork is a testimony of the integrity of its construction, along with its mirror "twin" built next door in the same year. The stairway in the large central entrance hall boasts exquisitely detailed Italian wrought iron balusters. To the right is the expansive living room, with a black marble-trimmed fireplace, and beyond it is the library/sunroom. To the left of the entrance hall is the large light-filled dining room with a lovely oval leaded-glass window. The original kitchen, with a double stainless steel sink and counter top, includes a closet pantry and adjacent breakfast room. A driveway-entrance mudroom features a convenient corner sink. A powder room completes the first floor. The second floor houses 4 bedrooms, including a 2-room master suite and a bathroom. Three of the bedrooms open to roof-top balconies. The upper level has a large central hall, two more bedrooms, and another full bath. Original oak flooring on all levels is in remarkable condition. The huge basement includes the laundry and 4 perimeter storage rooms, along with a walkout to the backyard. The large detached two-car garage is heated from the house system, has a unique "car wash" wheel, toilet, and sink. The beautifully landscaped garden area includes a grape arbor with benches, backed by a high stone wall along the alley. This lovely home is a remarkable value, and with some TLC will provide marvelous space for gracious living and entertaining. The home is being sold in its present "as is" condition.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 898-1441 frontdesk1110@kw.com Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS339701 Listed on: 07/27/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
(610) 898-1441 frontdesk1110@kw.com Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS337559
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
- Masonry wall
- Decorative Fence
- Level Lot
- Historic Home
- Property is in average condition
- Zoning described as The property is in the Penn Commons Historic District of the City of Reading.
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Poured Concrete
- Plaster Walls
- Slate Roof
- Metal Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 3,427 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Chair Railings
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Fireplace Mantel
- Electric Fireplace
- Double Hung Windows
- Stained Glass
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Flood Lights
Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Chute
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drain
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4761
- Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-4761
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2020
Closed on
Oct 6, 2020
Sold by
Cardiff William J and Lucas Marian Cardiff
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Fred Opalinski
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Zylkia Rivera
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.7%
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
$162,932
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.46%
Original Mortgage
$162,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Penn's Common, PA
-
Sheldon Zimmerman
-
Anthony Borelli
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
(484) 755-3767
268 Total Sales
2 in Penn's Common
$162K - $185K Price Range
-
Keave Andrew Slomine
Keave Andrew Slomine
New Republic Realty
(484) 806-8811
99 Total Sales
1 in Penn's Common
$150,000 Price
-
Ash Freese
Ash Freese
Amo Realty
(610) 463-0487
69 Total Sales
1 in Penn's Common
$290,000 Price
-
Todd Sell
Todd Sell
Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
(484) 772-2844
149 Total Sales
2 in Penn's Common
$165K - $205K Price Range
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Ivonn Reyes
Ivonn Reyes
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 642-1605
141 Total Sales
3 in Penn's Common
$65K - $225K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $180,000 | Edge Abstract |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $186,300 | ||
| Closed | Liriano Ventura Carmen | $162,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2020 10/08/20 | Sold | $180,000 | -2.7% | $53 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2020 08/25/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/21/2020 08/21/20 | For Sale | $185,000 | +2.8% | $54 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Off Market | $180,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2020 07/27/20 | For Sale | $185,000 | -- | $54 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,300 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2025 | $3,173 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2024 | $5,191 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2023 | $5,110 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2022 | $5,110 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2021 | $5,110 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2020 | $5,059 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2019 | $5,059 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2018 | $5,059 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2017 | $5,026 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2016 | $2,871 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2015 | $2,871 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
| 2014 | $2,642 | $116,900 | $28,000 | $88,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Fred Opalinski
Seller's Agent in 2020
Fred Opalinski
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(412) 215-1132
18 Total Sales
-
Zylkia Rivera
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Zylkia Rivera
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(484) 769-5873
3 in this area
265 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK361380
APN: 16-5316-22-29-4761
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