Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
152 Total Sales
1 in Longswamp
$250,000 Price
138 Tower Rd Mertztown, PA 19539
Longswamp Area
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,164
Sq Ft
1.26
Acre Lot
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Open Floorplan
- Partially Wooded Lot
- 1.26 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
As of September 2023Bright and open floor plan with this 1987 single-wide mobile home. There is a 20' x 12' (240sf) frame addition which expands the total living area to over 1160 sf. All this on 1.26 acres of beautiful open and rolling land with woods/trees to the rear and sides. Privacy abounds with home in Longswamp Township. A 12' x 15' wood deck, chicken coop, bonus 4-car oversized detached garage with 2nd floor storage and large macadam parking area round out this property.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(267) 867-1012 office@ngremail.com Narrow Gate Real Estate LLC License #RM422466 Listed on: 07/14/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
(484) 519-4444 glen.paisley@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Macungie License #RS360998
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Property Details
Home Type
- Modular Prefabricated Home
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,228
Year Built
- Built in 1987
Lot Details
- 1.26 Acre Lot
- Rural Setting
- Private Lot
- Open Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in average condition
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- 6 Driveway Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Single Family Detached Home
- Modular Prefabricated Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,164 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Open Floorplan
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Views of Woods
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- 100 Amp Service
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 1-Story Building
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2353
- Assessor Parcel Number 59-5473-04-82-2353
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 14, 2023
Closed on
Sep 12, 2023
Sold by
Surman Samantha A
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dennis Lawrence
Narrow Gate Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Kunkle
BHHS Fox & Roach-Macungie
List Price
$225,900
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-4.83%
Views
121
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,300
Outstanding Balance
$189,450
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2015
Closed on
Oct 19, 2015
Sold by
Kegerise Melanie A and Sheetz Melanie A
Bought by
Surman Samantha A
Seller's Agent
Joann Schmura
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Dennis Lawrence
Narrow Gate Real Estate LLC
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.11%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2009
Sold by
Rhode Eric R and Rhode Stephanie S
Bought by
Kegerise Melanie A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $215,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Surman Samantha A | $145,000 | None Available | |
| Kegerise Melanie A | $155,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $195,300 | ||
| Previous Owner | Surman Samantha A | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kegerise Melanie A | $124,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kegerise Melanie A | $23,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2023 09/15/23 | Sold | $215,000 | -4.8% | $185 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2023 07/14/23 | For Sale | $225,900 | -- | $194 / 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 | $834 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2025 | $834 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2024 | $3,295 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2023 | $3,228 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2022 | $3,156 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2021 | $3,132 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2020 | $3,109 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2019 | $3,063 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2018 | $3,031 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2017 | $2,978 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2016 | $695 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2015 | $695 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
| 2014 | $695 | $69,700 | $35,900 | $33,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dennis Lawrence
Seller's Agent in 2023
Dennis Lawrence
Narrow Gate Real Estate LLC
(267) 867-1012
19 Total Sales
-
Victoria Kunkle
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Victoria Kunkle
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 790-7497
28 Total Sales
-
Joann Schmura
Seller's Agent in 2015
Joann Schmura
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 781-9879
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2032394
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