Seller's Agent in 2023
Linda Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 780-0033
87 Total Sales
15 Josephs Way Reading, PA 19607
Estimated Value: $460,000 - $525,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,322
Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- 2 Fireplaces
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of November 2023Welcome to this well maintained home with an abundance of great features. Your spacious dining room and living room are just the right size. The delightful sun flooded kitchen features a breakfast bar, quartzite counter tops, plenty of cabinets plus a pantry, recessed lighting and tile backsplash. You can also enjoy the view of the back yard as you have your morning coffee in the sunny breakfast area. Relax in front of the stone gas fireplace in the family room on those cold winter nights. Upstairs you will find a large primary bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, a large walk in closet and private bath. There are three more bedrooms, or use one of the rooms for an in house office. Entertaining is easy in the huge finished basement game and recreation area with doors to the lower patio. This fantastic room has a wet bar, with lovely cabinets and a wine rack. Plus this homey area also includes an electric fireplace, powder room and large storage area.
A favorite feature of this home is the wonderful screened Trex deck with a ceiling fan and two skylights that is off of the kitchen. Stairs from the deck lead to your fenced rear yard with a firepit area. Extra storage can also be found in a room under the deck. Other features include new roof 2022, gutter guards, tankless hot water heater and a two car garage Welcome home!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,247
Year Built
- Built in 1998
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Game Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Basement with some natural light
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Five Mile Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8739
- Assessor Parcel Number 39-4385-16-74-8739
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2023
Closed on
Nov 29, 2023
Sold by
Wahl Robert W and Wahl Amy A
Bought by
Green Charles Michael and Sunday-Green Dawn B
Seller's Agent
Linda Strain
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Denise Specht
CENTURY21 Epting Realty
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
2.24%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
73
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
$27,368
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.12%
Original Mortgage
$368,000
Outstanding Balance
$359,605
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$127,763
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 24, 2014
Closed on
Dec 2, 2014
Sold by
Jones Janet J and Jones Janet G
Bought by
Wahl Robert W and Wahl Amy A
Seller's Agent
Eva Eisenbrown
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Richard Angstadt
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-7.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.32%
Original Mortgage
$251,750
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2002
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Jones Janet J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,650
Interest Rate
7.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2002
Sold by
Milles Beth A and Dean Jeffery A
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,650
Interest Rate
7.13%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Charles Michael | $460,000 | Regal Abstract | |
| Wahl Robert W | $265,000 | None Available | |
| Jones Janet J | $187,000 | -- | |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | $1,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Green Charles Michael | $368,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wahi Robert W | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wahl Robert W | $46,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Wahl Robert W | $259,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wahl Robert W | $251,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Jones Janet J | $173,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jones Janet J | $177,650 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2023 11/29/23 | Sold | $460,000 | +2.2% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2023 10/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2023 10/17/23 | For Sale | $449,900 | +69.8% | $135 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2014 12/02/14 | Sold | $265,000 | 0.0% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 10/11/2014 10/11/14 | Off Market | $265,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2014 10/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2014 07/15/14 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -3.5% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2014 05/24/14 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $104 / 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 | $3,338 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2024 | $8,604 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2023 | $8,363 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2022 | $8,154 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2021 | $7,992 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2020 | $7,992 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2019 | $7,895 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2018 | $7,752 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2017 | $7,602 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2016 | $2,635 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2015 | $2,635 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
| 2014 | $2,635 | $187,000 | $32,800 | $154,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Strain
-
Christopher Strain
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Christopher Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 698-1390
56 Total Sales
-
Denise Specht
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Denise Specht
CENTURY21 Epting Realty
(610) 334-5513
104 Total Sales
-
Eva Eisenbrown
Seller's Agent in 2014
Eva Eisenbrown
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 334-3496
30 Total Sales
-
Richard Angstadt
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Richard Angstadt
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 256-4107
7 Total Sales
Map
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2036006
APN: 39-4385-16-74-8739
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