Amanda Higginbotham
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 894-7379
59 Total Sales
4 in College Heights
$167K - $369K Price Range
1521 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $191,747 - $229,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,064
Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
- Porch
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- 4-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
Very well kept twin semi, 3 beds 1 bath, modern kitchen, finished basement updated heating system, central air system, new windows, new roof, close to schools, recreational areas, shopping centers, with easy access to major routes, Ready to move in. 1 Year home warranty included.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 670-2770 info@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-271069 Listed on: 03/18/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
(610) 372-0212 urestrive212@gmail.com United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS177046L
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,064 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Laundry on lower level
- Attic
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Northeast Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9695
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-30-18-9695
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2015
Closed on
Aug 31, 2015
Sold by
Kochard Suzanne L and Kochard Sean C
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Angelo Giannotti
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Susan Robitzer
United Real Estate Strive 212
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$79,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-1.13%
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
$124,937
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.01%
Original Mortgage
$77,569
Outstanding Balance
$59,134
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$144,803
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2003
Sold by
Kochard Suzanne L
Bought by
Kochard Sean C and Kochard Suzanne L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,600
Interest Rate
5.9%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Julie Strickler
Julie Strickler
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(484) 878-4460
107 Total Sales
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$230,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $79,000 | Old Republic Natl Title Ins | ||
| Kochard Sean C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $77,569 | ||
| Previous Owner | Kochard Sean C | $57,600 |
Source: Public Records
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,632 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2025 | $1,569 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2024 | $2,567 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2023 | $2,527 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2022 | $2,527 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2021 | $2,527 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2020 | $2,501 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2019 | $2,501 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2018 | $2,501 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2017 | $2,485 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2016 | $1,420 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2015 | $1,420 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
| 2014 | $1,306 | $57,800 | $16,500 | $41,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Angelo Giannotti
Seller's Agent in 2015
Angelo Giannotti
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 334-3431
2 in this area
236 Total Sales
-
Susan Robitzer
SR
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Susan Robitzer
United Real Estate Strive 212
(704) 880-0510
2 in this area
33 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002554308
APN: 17-5317-30-18-9695
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