NOT LISTED FOR SALE

15 Illinois Ave Reading, PA 19608

Lower Heidelberg Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $524,431 - $599,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,306 Sq Ft
$171/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 29, 2017

Last sale price $317,000 $96 Per Sq Ft

Est. 78% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,356/month

187 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of March 2017

You'll feel at home when you enter this spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath 2 story which boasts over 3,200 sq ft of living space, plus a huge finished walkout basement with kitchenette, full bathroom, 5th bedroom or den, and loads of storage area that opens into the rear yard. The open floor plan has a formal living room, dining room with picture frame molding, and first floor office. Large kitchen with center island, pantry, and breakfast area that opens to a deck overlooking the yard. The fam room is open to the kitchen, and features vaulted ceiling, skylights, and gas fireplace. The upstairs has a loft area overlooking the fam room and includes 4 spacious bedrooms. A double door entry leads to a master suite with vaulted ceiling, large master bath with skylight, soaking tub, separate shower, and large walk in closet. Great Wilson Schools, and a fabulous location, Green Valley Estates, with playground.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

SALLIE BARTOS

RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate License #TREND:60064116 Listed on: 08/29/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Mr. Troy Snyder

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,816

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 116
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,306 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Green Valley Estat Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0745
  • Assessor Parcel Number 49-4376-08-88-0745

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,816

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Remarks Public: You'll feel at home when you enter this spacious 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath 2 story which boasts over 3,200 sq ft of living space, plus a huge finished walkout basement with kitchenette, full bathroom, 5th bedroom or den, and loads of storage area that opens into the rear yard. The open floor plan has a formal living room, dining room with picture frame molding, and first floor office. Large kitchen with center island, pantry, and breakfast area that opens to a deck overlooking the yard. The fam room is open to the kitchen, and features vaulted ceiling, skylights, and gas fireplace. The upstairs has a loft area overlooking the fam room and includes 4 spacious bedrooms. A double door entry leads to a master suite with vaulted ceiling, large master bath with skylight, soaking tub, separate shower, and large walk in closet. Great Wilson Schools, and a fabulous location, Green Valley Estates, with playground.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Dining Area
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 11
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3306
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3306
  • Net Sq Ft: 3306.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 99.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3306
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 15

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ 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

  • HOA Fees: 100.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: WILSON
  • School District Key: 300200397305

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 111
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 X 116
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7816.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 49-4376-08-88-0745
  • Tax Lot: 0745
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 03/29/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2016
Closed on
Mar 22, 2017
Sold by
Zhang Li Yuan and Yi Li Min
Bought by
Chandler Sandy C and Chandler Gregory M
Seller's Agent
SALLIE BARTOS
RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mr. Troy Snyder
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$329,500
Sold Price
$317,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-3.79%
Current Estimated Value
$564,608

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$247,608
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.10%
Original Mortgage
$253,600
Outstanding Balance
$204,985
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$359,623

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2014
Closed on
May 29, 2014
Sold by
Schoen B Celeste and Celeste Gronbacher B
Bought by
Li Yuan Zhang and Li Min Yi
Seller's Agent
Diane Longacre
Realty Wise
Buyer's Agent
BARBARA WACHTER
Weichert Realtors
List Price
$317,500
Sold Price
$321,288
Premium/Discount to List
$3,788
1.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.47%
Original Mortgage
$257,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2010
Sold by
Schoen Thomas S and Celeste Schoen B
Bought by
Schoen B Celeste

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2002
Sold by
Simkus Michael M and Simkus Susan D
Bought by
Schoen Thomas S and Celeste Schoen B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,900
Interest Rate
7.15%
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
Chandler Sandy C $317,000 --
Li Yuan Zhang $321,288 None Available
Schoen B Celeste -- None Available
Schoen Thomas S $244,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chandler Sandy C $253,600
Previous Owner Li Yuan Zhang $257,000
Previous Owner Schoen Thomas S $44,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/29/2017 03/29/17 Sold $317,000 -3.8% $96 / Sq Ft
03/04/2017 03/04/17 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2017 02/19/17 For Sale $329,500 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
01/26/2017 01/26/17 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2016 10/20/16 Price Changed $329,500 -3.1% $100 / Sq Ft
08/29/2016 08/29/16 For Sale $339,900 +5.8% $103 / Sq Ft
05/29/2014 05/29/14 Sold $321,288 +1.2% $102 / Sq Ft
05/08/2014 05/08/14 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2014 04/30/14 For Sale $317,500 -- $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 $3,320 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2024 $9,390 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2023 $9,070 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2022 $8,859 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2021 $8,414 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2020 $8,414 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2019 $8,185 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2018 $8,031 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2017 $7,816 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2016 $2,770 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2015 $2,770 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
2014 $2,755 $210,600 $24,600 $186,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    SALLIE BARTOS

    RE/MAX

  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Mr. Troy Snyder

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

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  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Diane Longacre

    Realty Wise

    (610) 207-6083

    12 Total Sales

    Diane Longacre
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    BARBARA WACHTER

    Weichert Corporate

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003331757

Bright MLS

APN: 49-4376-08-88-0745

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19608 Lower Heidelberg

15 Illinois Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 15 Illinois Ave, Reading, PA 19608 since 29 August 2016 and is currently estimated at $564,608, approximately $170 per square foot. This property was built in 1998. 15 Illinois Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Green Valley Elementary School, Wilson West Middle School, and Wilson High School.

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