NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1428 Bleeker Ave Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $230,675 - $273,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,400 Sq Ft
$179/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 13, 2012

Last sale price $132,900 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 88% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,406/month

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • No HOA
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

As of January 2012

4 BR, 1 Bath charming Cape with spacious living room, full eat-in kitchen, newly remodeled kitchen (refrigerator remains), 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath recently remodeled with new tub, vanity & sink, laundry area, and bonus sunroom/great room (currently being used as BR) completes the main level. Two additional generous sized bedrooms on upper level and full unfinished basement perfect for finishing with walk-out access. This home offers a very flexible floor plan, including one floor living capabilities with easy access ramp into sunroom. New(er) furnace, central air, replacement windows plus fenced in rear yard with shed remaining make this one a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deb Bensinger

(484) 269-0171 debbensingerrealtor@gmail.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS308121 Listed on: 03/19/2011

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Lorraine Guthier

(484) 336-6378 lguthier@comcast.net Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,304

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3531
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5305-06-49-3531

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,304

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Washer, Dryer, Lr Curtains, Bathroom Curtains
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, All Window Trtmts Except Those In Exclusions
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Remarks Public: 4 BR, 1 Bath charming Cape with spacious living room, full eat-in kitchen, newly remodeled kitchen (refrigerator remains), 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath recently remodeled with new tub, vanity & sink, laundry area, and bonus sunroom/great room (currently being used as BR) completes the main level. Two additional generous sized bedrooms on upper level and full unfinished basement perfect for finishing with walk-out access. This home offers a very flexible floor plan, including one floor living capabilities with easy access ramp into sunroom. New(er) furnace, central air, replacement windows plus fenced in rear yard with shed remaining make this one a must see!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1400
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1400
  • Net Sq Ft: 1400.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 92.79
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1428

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Satellite Dish
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 33100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 35200.00
  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6098.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1526406
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2304.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5305-06-49-3531
  • Tax Lot: 3531
  • Tax Year: 2010
  • Close Date: 01/13/2012

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2011
Closed on
Jan 13, 2012
Sold by
Ernst Brian C and Ernst Donna M
Bought by
Graeff Sheila R
Seller's Agent
Deb Bensinger
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Lorraine Guthier
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$132,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-5%
Current Estimated Value
$250,169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$117,269
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.82%
Original Mortgage
$129,530
Outstanding Balance
$92,623
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$160,653

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2004
Sold by
Sweitzer Margaret L
Bought by
Ernst Brian C and Ernst Donna M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Graeff Sheila R $132,900 None Available
Ernst Brian C $110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Graeff Sheila R $129,530
Previous Owner Ernst Donna M $23,330
Previous Owner Ernst Brian C $84,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/13/2012 01/13/12 Sold $132,900 +2.3% $95 / Sq Ft
11/06/2011 11/06/11 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2011 07/05/11 Price Changed $129,900 -3.7% $93 / Sq Ft
05/11/2011 05/11/11 Price Changed $134,900 -3.6% $96 / Sq Ft
03/19/2011 03/19/11 For Sale $139,900 -- $100 / 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 $1,013 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2024 $3,023 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2023 $2,942 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2022 $2,908 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2021 $2,873 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2020 $2,873 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2019 $2,839 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2018 $2,791 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2017 $2,737 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2016 $868 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2015 $868 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
2014 $868 $68,300 $35,200 $33,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Deb Bensinger

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Deb Bensinger

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (484) 269-0171

    1 in this area

    123 Total Sales

    Deb Bensinger
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  • Lorraine Guthier

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Lorraine Guthier

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

    (484) 336-6378

    92 Total Sales

    Lorraine Guthier
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004326788

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5305-06-49-3531

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607

1428 Bleeker Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1428 Bleeker Ave, Reading, PA 19607 since 19 March 2011 and is currently estimated at $250,169, approximately $178 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1428 Bleeker Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Mifflin Park Elementary School, Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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