1522 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,170
Sq Ft
2,178
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- No HOA
- Porch
- 3-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
As of October 2024HOME SWEET HOME ! From the moment you enter this house you will feel home, every room gets filled with lots of natural light making the floors shine and make you fall in love with the fine touches in this remarkable house, the elegantly kitchen with beautifully finished cabinets are so amazing that makes the art of cooking a complete pleasure. Second floor has 3 good size bedrooms and a modern and spacious bathroom. Are you concerned about parking ? well, you have a detached garage, so, PROBLEM SOLVED ! this house comes with a 1 year home warranty with a full price offer with no assist.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty One Group Alliance License #RM426110 Listed on: 09/03/2024
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,618
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,170 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Northeast Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8657
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-30-18-8657
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 3, 2024
Closed on
Oct 1, 2024
Sold by
Rymer Melanie
Bought by
Lawal Ola Tundun
Seller's Agent
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Trina Davis
Engel & Völkers
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$200,500
Premium/Discount to List
$15,600
8.44%
Views
82
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
$14,184
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.89%
Original Mortgage
$194,485
Outstanding Balance
$192,578
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$22,106
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 30, 2018
Closed on
Feb 28, 2019
Sold by
Tomlinson Karen M
Bought by
Rymer Melanie
Seller's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$64,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-18.77%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $200,500 | Keystone Title | |
| Deed | $64,900 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $194,485 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $70,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Sold | $200,500 | 0.0% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2024 09/11/24 | Price Changed | $200,500 | +8.4% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2024 09/11/24 | Off Market | $184,900 | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2024 09/10/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/03/2024 09/03/24 | For Sale | $184,900 | +184.9% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2019 02/28/19 | Sold | $64,900 | 0.0% | $55 / Sq Ft |
| 01/27/2019 01/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/31/2018 12/31/18 | Price Changed | $64,900 | -7.2% | $55 / Sq Ft |
| 11/26/2018 11/26/18 | Price Changed | $69,900 | -12.5% | $60 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2018 08/30/18 | For Sale | $79,900 | -- | $68 / 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 | $1,658 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2024 | $2,713 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2023 | $2,671 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2022 | $2,671 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2021 | $2,671 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2020 | $2,644 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2019 | $2,644 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2018 | $2,644 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2017 | $2,627 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2016 | $1,501 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2015 | $1,501 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
| 2014 | $1,381 | $61,100 | $17,300 | $43,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Seller's Agent in 2024
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
(484) 345-9135
11 in this area
243 Total Sales
-
Trina Davis
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Trina Davis
Engel & Völkers
(215) 383-3303
2 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Jose Candelaria
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 207-8066
4 in this area
220 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2047784
APN: 17-5317-30-18-8657
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