NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1408 Margaret St Reading, PA 19605

Estimated Value: $166,579 - $180,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
816 Sq Ft
$212/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 08, 2019

Last sale price $98,500 $121 Per Sq Ft

Est. 76% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $997/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 2-minute walk to Laureldale Park

About This Home

As of May 2019

Don t miss this cutie! Why rent when you can own this adorable home for less. This 2 bedroom home has fresh paint, new carpet and flooring. There s plenty of room in the living room and dining room for entertaining. A fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher will make clean up a breeze. 2 bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. There s a nice sized yard for those backyard get togethers and a front porch for relaxing in the evening with a cool drink. There s plenty of storage in the full basement and a detached garage for hassle free parking and additional storage. This is the one you ve been waiting to call home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rick Heffner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS209882L Listed on: 04/04/2019

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Strickler

Remax Vision License #WRONG

Remax Vision

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,928

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Storm Windows

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5318
  • Assessor Parcel Number 57-5319-17-01-5318

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,928

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Don t miss this cutie! Why rent when you can own this adorable home for less. This 2 bedroom home has fresh paint, new carpet and flooring. There s plenty of room in the living room and dining room for entertaining. A fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher will make clean up a breeze. 2 bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. There s a nice sized yard for those backyard get togethers and a front porch for relaxing in the evening with a cool drink. There s plenty of storage in the full basement and a detached garage for hassle free parking and additional storage. This is the one you ve been waiting to call home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Screens, Storm
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1632
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 816
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 120.71
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 816
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 816
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 816
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1408

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched
  • 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: 1
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • 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: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 23300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 21000.00
  • Land Use Code: 149
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2018
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1529978
  • School Tax: 1321.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1928.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 57-5319-17-01-5318
  • Tax Lot: 5318
  • Tax Page Number: 39
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 816
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 05/08/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2019
Closed on
May 8, 2019
Sold by
Jr Holdings Llc
Bought by
Kramer Makall A
Seller's Agent
Rick Heffner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Julie Strickler
Remax Vision
List Price
$94,900
Sold Price
$98,500
Premium/Discount to List
$3,600
3.79%
Current Estimated Value
$173,145

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,645
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.29%
Original Mortgage
$95,545
Outstanding Balance
$84,013
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$89,132

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2019
Closed on
Apr 25, 2019
Sold by
Riedel Jeffrey S and Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Jr Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Rick Heffner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Julie Strickler
Remax Vision
List Price
$94,900
Sold Price
$98,500
Premium/Discount to List
$3,600
3.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,545
Outstanding Balance
$84,013
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$89,132

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2011
Closed on
Mar 26, 2012
Sold by
Ferro William J
Bought by
Riedel Jeffrey S
Seller's Agent
PATRICIA AUCHTER
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cecilia Leone
Century 21 Emerald
List Price
$82,500
Sold Price
$79,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-4.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.15%
Original Mortgage
$76,997
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2011
Sold by
Musser Heidi K
Bought by
Ferro William J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2008
Sold by
Musser Heidi K
Bought by
Musser Heidi K
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kramer Makall A $98,500 Signature Abstract
Jr Holdings Llc $59,000 None Available
Riedel Jeffrey S $79,000 None Available
Ferro William J $37,000 None Available
Musser Heidi K -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kramer Makall A $95,545
Closed Kramer Makall A $95,545
Previous Owner Riedel Jeffrey S $76,997
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/08/2019 05/08/19 Sold $98,500 0.0% $121 / Sq Ft
04/08/2019 04/08/19 Price Changed $98,500 0.0% $121 / Sq Ft
04/08/2019 04/08/19 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2019 04/07/19 Off Market $98,500 -- --
04/04/2019 04/04/19 For Sale $94,900 +20.1% $116 / Sq Ft
03/26/2012 03/26/12 Sold $79,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft
02/27/2012 02/27/12 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2012 01/31/12 Price Changed $79,000 -4.2% $97 / Sq Ft
09/25/2011 09/25/11 For Sale $82,500 -- $101 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $723 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2024 $2,182 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2023 $2,068 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2022 $2,035 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2021 $2,002 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2020 $2,002 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2019 $1,961 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2018 $1,895 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2017 $1,860 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2016 $576 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2015 $576 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
2014 $576 $44,300 $21,000 $23,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rick Heffner

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Rick Heffner

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 929-4926

    8 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Rick Heffner
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Julie Strickler

    RE/MAX

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  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    PATRICIA AUCHTER

    Commonwealth Real Estate LLC

  • Cecilia Leone

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Cecilia Leone

    Century 21 Emerald

    (484) 794-5959

    155 Total Sales

    Cecilia Leone
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK338934

Bright MLS

APN: 57-5319-17-01-5318

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605

1408 Margaret St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1408 Margaret St, Reading, PA 19605 since 04 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $173,145, approximately $212 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 1408 Margaret St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Muhlenberg Elementary Center, C E Cole Intermediate School, and Muhlenberg Junior High School.

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