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Seller's Agent in 2014
Jeff Dieffenbach
RE/MAX of Reading
140 E Chestnut St Bechtelsville, PA 19505
Washington Township Berks NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $212,660 - $239,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,179
Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Corner Lot
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Attic
- No HOA
- Butlers Pantry
About This Home
As of September 2014Great home across from a large open lot. Easy backyard access from the side street and alley in the back. There is plenty of off-street parking and storage in the large shed/garage. Inside the living room and kitchen have an open and flowing floor plan. The kitchen has been updated with quality cabinets and a huge island work space. Two of the downstairs rooms have renovations that have been started and are open to your imagination. Upstairs bathroom has tons of cabinet space. Bedrooms are well sized and have some built-ins. Third floor bedroom is accessed through the second bedroom. Home is being sold in as-is condition by the administrator. Will be cleaned out by settlement.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jeff Dieffenbach
(610) 823-8806 jeff@myagentjeffd.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 01/29/2014
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
- Property is in below average condition
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,179 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
Schools
- Boyertown Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 100 Amp Service
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0460
- Assessor Parcel Number 26-5398-09-15-0460
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 29, 2014
Closed on
Sep 5, 2014
Sold by
Mcdevitt Katelyn and Estate Of William A Kern
Bought by
Orthaus G Michael
Seller's Agent
Jeff Dieffenbach
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$68,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-2.86%
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
$162,165
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.48%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1999
Bought by
Kern William A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orthaus G Michael | $68,000 | None Available | |
| Kern William A | $65,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2014 09/05/14 | Sold | $68,000 | -2.9% | $58 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2014 06/20/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2014 06/13/14 | For Sale | $70,000 | +2.9% | $59 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2014 02/15/14 | Off Market | $68,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/14/2014 02/14/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2014 01/29/14 | For Sale | $70,000 | -- | $59 / 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 | $1,262 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2024 | $3,582 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2023 | $3,457 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2022 | $3,365 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2021 | $3,298 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2020 | $3,230 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2019 | $3,435 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2018 | $2,969 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2017 | $2,887 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2016 | $936 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2015 | $917 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
| 2014 | $917 | $78,800 | $40,400 | $38,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jeffrey Martin
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-8474
194 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002796882
APN: 26-5398-09-15-0460
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