NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1247 Perkiomen Ave Reading, PA 19602

Penn's Common Neighborhood
5 Beds
4 Baths
4,182 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 12, 2017

Last sale price $170,000 $41 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.19 Acre Lot
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2017

Exquisite Victorian Mansion! All hardwood floors, 9' ceilings. Huge front sunroom located off the main living quarters. Wood Burning Fireplace. Large closets with over 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. 1st floor laundry. This property was restored to it's original grandeur after being a 4 unit apartment house for over 30 years. This property would be great for someone looking for in-law quarters. New Gas Heating system installed in 2016. Owner had taxes reassessed in 2016. If you are looking for unlimited space; this could be the home for you! Garage, plus 2 car parking!!! Best Value In Town!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzi Ford

(484) 336-8677 suziford@cs.com Springer Realty Group License #RS228124L Listed on: 10/11/2016

Springer Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Collier Golden

(610) 914-4581 ColeG@remax.net RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS320941

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,422

Year Built

  • Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,182 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0399
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-22-29-0399

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,422

Year Built

Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Renovated: 2016
  • Remarks Public: Exquisite Victorian Mansion! All hardwood floors, 9' ceilings. Huge front sunroom located off the main living quarters. Wood Burning Fireplace. Large closets with over 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. 1st floor laundry. This property was restored to it's original grandeur after being a 4 unit apartment house for over 30 years. This property would be great for someone looking for in-law quarters. New Gas Heating system installed in 2016. Owner had taxes reassessed in 2016. If you are looking for unlimited space; this could be the home for you! Garage, plus 2 car parking!!! Best Value In Town!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 12
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 4182
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4182
  • Net Sq Ft: 4182.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 45.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4182
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1247

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Steam, Radiator
  • 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: 53600.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 26000.00
  • Land Use Code: 133
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: IRRG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1458576
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3422.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-22-29-0399
  • Tax Lot: 0399
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 05/12/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/12/2017 05/12/17 Sold $170,000 0.0% $41 / Sq Ft
03/24/2017 03/24/17 Off Market $170,000 -- --
03/23/2017 03/23/17 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2017 01/22/17 Price Changed $189,000 -3.3% $45 / Sq Ft
01/15/2017 01/15/17 Price Changed $195,500 -2.3% $47 / Sq Ft
11/04/2016 11/04/16 Price Changed $200,000 -6.8% $48 / Sq Ft
11/01/2016 11/01/16 Price Changed $214,500 +87.3% $51 / Sq Ft
10/31/2016 10/31/16 Price Changed $114,500 -49.1% $27 / Sq Ft
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Price Changed $224,900 +12.5% $54 / Sq Ft
10/11/2016 10/11/16 For Sale $200,000 +122.2% $48 / Sq Ft
12/08/2014 12/08/14 Sold $90,000 -30.7% $22 / Sq Ft
11/17/2014 11/17/14 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2014 10/28/14 Price Changed $129,900 -13.3% $31 / Sq Ft
08/30/2014 08/30/14 For Sale $149,900 -- $36 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Suzi Ford

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Suzi Ford

    Springer Realty Group

    (484) 336-8677

    1 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Suzi Ford
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  • Collier Golden

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Collier Golden

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 914-4581

    4 in this area

    63 Total Sales

    Collier Golden
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Debbi Eisenhower

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003329941

Bright MLS

APN: 5316-22-29-0399

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 Penn's Common

1247 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1247 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602 since 11 October 2016. This property was built in 1900. 1247 Perkiomen 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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