NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1524 Ridge Ave Reading, PA 19607

Liggett Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $300,000 - $339,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,579 Sq Ft
$201/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 04, 2013

Last sale price $172,000 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,950/month

82 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Oversized Parking

About This Home

As of October 2013

Like new, three bedroom, three bath home on a low traffic street with a great view of the Pagoda & Tower from the rear deck. Sit back and enjoy cookouts while relaxing in this tranquil setting. Upon arriving, you'll notice the garage and off street parking as well as a professionally landscaped yard. Entering the home, you'll see a large living room with a gas fireplace for those cold nights. In the summer enjoy the central air or in spring and fall...just open the windows and feel the breeze as it flows through the home. Large kitchen and dining room area with a slider to the rear deck. First floor laundry will make this chore a breeze, also a half bath for your guests. The finished lower level family room adds bonus square footage to the home, as well as a full bath and a bonus room. The second floor completes the home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and full bath. Schedule your showing today!

Last Listed By

Michael Yourkavitch

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 06/05/2013

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,579 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7519
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-4396-16-92-7519

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Remarks Public: Like new, three bedroom, three bath home on a low traffic street with a great view of the Pagoda & Tower from the rear deck. Sit back and enjoy cookouts while relaxing in this tranquil setting. Upon arriving, you'll notice the garage and off street parking as well as a professionally landscaped yard. Entering the home, you'll see a large living room with a gas fireplace for those cold nights. In the summer enjoy the central air or in spring and fall...just open the windows and feel the breeze as it flows through the home. Large kitchen and dining room area with a slider to the rear deck. First floor laundry will make this chore a breeze, also a half bath for your guests. The finished lower level family room adds bonus square footage to the home, as well as a full bath and a bonus room. The second floor completes the home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and full bath. Schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1579
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1579
  • Net Sq Ft: 1579.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 113.93
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1579
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1524

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • 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: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 117900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 27100.00
  • Land Use Code: 149
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: SEE LEGAL DESCRIP
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3683191
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5387.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-4396-16-92-7519
  • Tax Lot: 7519
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 10/04/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2013
Closed on
Sep 28, 2013
Sold by
Chowns David N and Chowns Linda A
Bought by
Ness Ralph H
Seller's Agent
Michael Yourkavitch
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Linda Novotny
Springer Realty Group
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$172,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-4.39%
Total Days on Market
82
Current Estimated Value
$318,037

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$146,037
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.49%

Range of Values:

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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
Ness Ralph H $172,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chowns David N $136,000
Previous Owner Chowns David N $143,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/04/2013 10/04/13 Sold $172,000 -4.4% $109 / Sq Ft
08/26/2013 08/26/13 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2013 06/05/13 For Sale $179,900 -- $114 / 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 $2,238 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2024 $5,770 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2023 $5,608 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2022 $5,468 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2021 $5,359 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2020 $5,359 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2019 $5,294 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2018 $5,199 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2017 $5,098 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2016 $1,817 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2015 $1,817 $125,400 $23,300 $102,100
2014 $1,817 $145,000 $27,100 $117,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Michael Yourkavitch

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Linda Novotny

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Linda Novotny

    Springer Realty Group

    (610) 750-3170

    25 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003476082

Bright MLS

APN: 39-4396-16-92-7519

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607 Liggett

1524 Ridge Ave, Reading, PA

Homes for Sale in Reading, PA

This home is located at 1524 Ridge Ave, Reading, PA 19607 since 05 June 2013 and is currently estimated at $318,037, approximately $201 per square foot. This property was built in 2004. 1524 Ridge Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Cumru Elementary School, Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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