1505 Union St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights Neighborhood
7
Beds
3
Baths
2,288
Sq Ft
4,791
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- No HOA
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of January 2025Hampden Heights all brick Cape Cod single just half a block from the renown Albright College Campus and 1 block to the famous Pizza Italia with a main level primary bedroom & bathroom! This beauty is loaded with charm & character and comes complete with an In-Law quarter. The main level has a spacious living room with a gas fireplace and beautiful inlaid hardwood floors that continue into the formal dining room. Adjacent to the dining room is a quaint 20 handle cherry eat-in kitchen with electric cooking, builtin dishwasher and the primary suite also with hardwood floor and the ensuite modern primary bath. Level 2 has 4 private bedrooms, some with walk-in closets and a large modern tiled bath with full walk-in fully tiled shower and a covered balcony accessible from the rear BR. Level 3 is a large walkup, floored attic that provides ample storage. The lower level has a spacious laundry room complete with laundry sink, BR 6, a large utility room that is the former garage and can easily be converted back to a functional garage. The in-law quarter comes with a full 10 handle kitchen with electric cooking, dining & living area, full bath with stall shower, bedroom and walk-in closet. Perfect for teenagers or the extended family. The exterior provides abundant entertainment and enjoyment areas with a very large covered front porch, side tiled patio and spacious yard and beautiful gardens. No parking issues here with the paved 4 car driveway plus plenty of street parking. The updated mechanicals includes 200 AMP breakers, gas boiler, electric water heater, most windows replaced and a slate roof. This charming single is located in one of the most beautiful and prestigious neighbors in NE Reading with so much to offer and move in ready!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L Listed on: 06/24/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,166
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 4,791 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned R-2
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Permanent Foundation
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,288 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Stained Glass
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement with some natural light
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- 4 Driveway Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Above Ground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hampden Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3083
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-23-39-3083
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 2004
Sold by
Lis Anthony J
Bought by
Zarzuela Gregorio J
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,500
Outstanding Balance
$37,458
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$293,254
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $97,500 | Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $18,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $40,465 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $30,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $25,000 | Unknown | |
| Open | $77,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | Sold | $329,900 | 0.0% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 10/13/2024 10/13/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2024 06/24/24 | For Sale | $329,900 | -- | $144 / 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 | $2,546 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2024 | $4,165 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2023 | $4,101 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2022 | $4,101 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2021 | $4,101 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2020 | $4,059 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2019 | $4,059 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2018 | $4,059 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2017 | $4,033 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2016 | $2,304 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2015 | $2,304 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
| 2014 | $2,120 | $93,800 | $16,500 | $77,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jose Candelaria
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 207-8066
4 in this area
230 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2043280
APN: 17-5317-23-39-3083
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