15 Josephs Way Reading, PA 19607
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,738
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wooded Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Attic
About This Home
As of November 2023Beautifully well appointed and maintained colonial with open vaulted entry. The LR/DR has a wonderful flow for entertaining, or you can grill outdoors on the new Trex deck. Your backyard is fenced and has a tall tree backdrop. The kitchen is delightful and sun flooded, with a breakfast room and flows to your cozy family room featuring a stone fireplace. The vaulted main bedroom is 15 X 19 and will comfortably hold a king size bed. It also features a newly redone bath with soaking tub, cherry cabinets with double sink and granite counters. And a fabulous walk-in closet. The 3 additional bedrooms are also good sized and the hall bath is also newly redone. The walk out lower level features windows and a french door to your newer paver patio. Large unfinished basement with walk out, when finished this would add apprx. 1000 additional square footage of wonderful living space. The cottage style gardens enhance the stone and vinyl exterior and the garage has new cottage doors. All this and an easy commute to 222.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #AB052041L Listed on: 05/24/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,738 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Attic
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Governor Mifflin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
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%
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
$56,810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.79%
Original Mortgage
$368,000
Outstanding Balance
$359,605
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$130,242
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 | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $460,000 | Regal Abstract | |
| Deed | $265,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $187,000 | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $1,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $368,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $46,300 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $259,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $251,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $173,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $177,650 | No Value Available |
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
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Linda Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 780-0033
94 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Christopher Strain
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 698-1390
61 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Denise Specht
CENTURY21 Epting Realty
(610) 334-5513
103 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Eva Eisenbrown
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 334-3496
31 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Richard Angstadt
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 256-4107
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002947024
APN: 39-4385-16-74-8739
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