NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1512 Eckert Ave Reading, PA 19602

East Reading Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $245,000 - $493,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,173 Sq Ft
$145/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 27, 2015

Last sale price $120,000 $55 Per Sq Ft

Est. 162% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,872/month

244 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Additional Residence on Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Porch

About This Home

As of February 2015

Beautiful 2 Story home on secluded residential street in the Hessian Camp section of Northeast Reading. Hardwood floors throughout first and second stories. Fireplace, bay window, charming architectural details, spacious eat in kitchen with large picture window opens onto large elevated screened porch. Scenic views of Neversink Mountain. 4 Bedrooms (one with balcony), 1 1/2 baths. Large Terraced back yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Henry

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-228470-L Listed on: 06/10/2014

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Rita Dean

Class A Realty Corporation License #TREND:218394

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,173 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Additional Residence on Property

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4404
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-06-39-4404

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Remarks Public: Beautiful 2 Story home on secluded residential street in the Hessian Camp section of Northeast Reading. Hardwood floors throughout first and second stories. Fireplace, bay window, charming architectural details, spacious eat in kitchen with large picture window opens onto large elevated screened porch. Scenic views of Neversink Mountain. 4 Bedrooms (one with balcony), 1 1/2 baths. Large Terraced back yard.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2173
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2173
  • Net Sq Ft: 2173.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 57.52
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2173
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1512

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: 2nd House
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • 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: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 66300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 33400.00
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13068.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Roof, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1458344
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4035.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-06-39-4404
  • Tax Lot: 4404
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 02/27/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2014
Closed on
Feb 25, 2015
Sold by
Richardson William F and Richardson Emily C
Bought by
Collins Colleen C
Seller's Agent
Richard Henry
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Rita Dean
Class A Realty Corporation
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-4%
Total Days on Market
244
Current Estimated Value
$314,594

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$194,594
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.29%
Original Mortgage
$116,400
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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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
Collins Colleen C $120,000 Germantown Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Collins Colleen C $210,622
Closed Collins Colleen C $116,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2015 02/27/15 Sold $120,000 -4.0% $55 / Sq Ft
02/09/2015 02/09/15 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2015 02/06/15 For Sale $125,000 +4.2% $58 / Sq Ft
02/02/2015 02/02/15 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2015 02/01/15 Off Market $120,000 -- --
11/13/2014 11/13/14 Price Changed $125,000 -10.7% $58 / Sq Ft
08/26/2014 08/26/14 Price Changed $139,900 -6.7% $64 / Sq Ft
06/10/2014 06/10/14 For Sale $149,900 -- $69 / 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 $2,440 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2024 $3,992 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2023 $3,930 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2022 $3,930 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2021 $3,930 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2020 $3,891 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2019 $3,891 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2018 $3,891 $89,900 $32,400 $57,500
2017 $4,286 $99,700 $33,400 $66,300
2016 $2,449 $99,700 $33,400 $66,300
2015 $2,449 $99,700 $33,400 $66,300
2014 -- $99,700 $33,400 $66,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Richard Henry

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Richard Henry

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (717) 304-6193

    1 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    Richard Henry
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Rita Dean

    Class A Realty Corporation

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002963326

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-06-39-4404

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 East Reading

1512 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1512 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602 since 10 June 2014 and is currently estimated at $314,594, approximately $144 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 1512 Eckert Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including 16th & Haak Elementary School, Central Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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