1421 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,092
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- 4-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
As of March 2025Enjoy this semi-detached home located just a few blocks from the Albright College campus. You'll find three bedrooms and a recently updated bathroom on the 2nd floor.
The main floor has finished hardwood floors and a spacious open concept from the living room through the dining room area. A brand new gas furnace was just installed in January 2025. All appliances are included. A detached one-car garage with electric garage door opener is located at the rear of the property with easy access from the rear alley.Additional off-street parking as well as on-street parking is available.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS273013 Listed on: 02/14/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,349
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Stone Siding
- Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 1,092 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Drain
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement with some natural light
Home Security
Schools
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Dehumidifier
- Forced Air Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Porch
- 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9191
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-30-18-9191
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 14, 2025
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Matias Elizabeth and Clammer Ryan
Bought by
Almanzar Juan F
Seller's Agent
Jack Evans
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Nehemiah Lindo
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$181,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
3.43%
Views
131
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
$1,767
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.66%
Original Mortgage
$177,721
Outstanding Balance
$177,721
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$5,046
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2016
Closed on
Jun 24, 2016
Sold by
Baynard Leroy D
Bought by
Matlas Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
MICHAEL VAVRECK
United Real Estate Strive 212
Buyer's Agent
Jack Evans
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$77,000
Sold Price
$74,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,100
-2.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.62%
Original Mortgage
$71,155
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2000
Bought by
Baynard Leroy D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $181,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $74,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $37,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $177,721 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $71,155 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $69,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $69,335 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $67,845 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $59,655 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Sold | $181,000 | +3.4% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Off Market | $175,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/17/2025 02/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $175,000 | +133.6% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2016 06/24/16 | Sold | $74,900 | 0.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2016 05/04/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2016 04/19/16 | Price Changed | $74,900 | -2.7% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2016 04/05/16 | For Sale | $77,000 | -- | $71 / 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 | $1,436 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2024 | $2,349 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2023 | $2,313 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2022 | $2,313 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2021 | $2,313 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2020 | $2,289 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2019 | $2,289 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2018 | $2,289 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2017 | $2,274 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2016 | $1,299 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2015 | $1,299 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
| 2014 | $1,196 | $52,900 | $17,000 | $35,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jack Evans
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jack Evans
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 406-7496
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Nehemiah Lindo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nehemiah Lindo
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 784-8113
8 in this area
517 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
MICHAEL VAVRECK
United Real Estate Strive 212
(484) 388-1604
1 in this area
94 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2053282
APN: 17-5317-30-18-9191
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