$205,000
SOLD NOV 6, 2024

1242 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602

Penn's Common Neighborhood
-- Bed
-- Bath
2,176 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$94 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Radiator

About This Home

As of November 2024

This property is currently configured as a single-family home with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. However, it is zoned as a duplex (2-family dwelling) per the Zoning Department of the City of Reading. With minimal effort, the property can be reconfigured back into two units, each consisting of 2 bedrooms. The potential rental income for each apartment is estimated at $1,250-$1,350. Please note that there is only one electric meter for the entire building. The property is currently vacant.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Fernando Hernandez

(610) 406-8198 fernando.hernandez@exprealty.com Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 10/02/2024

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Last Buyer's Agent

Aida Sanchez

(484) 345-1752 aidasanchezrealtor@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS353694

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,181

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • 2,176 Sq Ft Home
  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • 2 Vacant Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • The owner pays for all utilities
  • Tax Lot 4593
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-4593

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,181

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This property is currently configured as a single-family home with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. However, it is zoned as a duplex (2-family dwelling) per the Zoning Department of the City of Reading. With minimal effort, the property can be reconfigured back into two units, each consisting of 2 bedrooms. The potential rental income for each apartment is estimated at $1,250-$1,350. Please note that there is only one electric meter for the entire building. The property is currently vacant.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Laminate Plank
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room Count: 10
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Poured Concrete
  • Total Sq Ft: 2176
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2176
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 96.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2176
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1242

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 138R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Owner Pays: All Utilities
  • Rent Control: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1181.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-22-29-4593
  • Tax Lot: 4593
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 11/06/2024

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Vacant: 2

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Average Home Value in this Area

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/06/2024 11/06/24 Sold $205,000 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
11/06/2024 11/06/24 Sold $205,000 -2.4% $94 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2024 10/02/24 For Sale $210,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft
09/18/2024 09/18/24 Price Changed $210,000 -2.3% $97 / Sq Ft
09/09/2024 09/09/24 For Sale $215,000 0.0% $99 / Sq Ft
09/05/2024 09/05/24 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Price Changed $215,000 -6.5% $99 / Sq Ft
08/20/2024 08/20/24 For Sale $229,900 -- $106 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Fernando Hernandez

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Fernando Hernandez

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

    (610) 406-8198

    3 in this area

    151 Total Sales

    Fernando Hernandez
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  • Aida Sanchez

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Aida Sanchez

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (484) 345-1752

    7 in this area

    146 Total Sales

    Aida Sanchez
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2049452

Bright MLS

APN: 5316-22-29-4593

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 Penn's Common

1242 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1242 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602 and is currently priced at $205,000, approximately $94 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1242 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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