1537 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,064
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- 4-minute walk to Eleventh and Pike Playground
About This Home
As of December 2019Excellent move-in condition Northeast semi. Close to Albright College and, Northeast middle school. This nicely cared for home, has 3 bedroom, with 1 1/2 bath, modern kitchen, off street parking for two cars. Easy to show. No 24hr notice needed to set up a showing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS228843 Listed on: 07/18/2017
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,064 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Northeast Middle School
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9891
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-22-18-9891
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 22, 2019
Closed on
Nov 29, 2019
Sold by
Plamondon David R and Plamondon Kelly F
Bought by
Perera Joadys
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$89,900
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
$100,689
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.38%
Original Mortgage
$88,271
Outstanding Balance
$79,378
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$103,168
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2017
Closed on
Mar 26, 2018
Sold by
Greth Kevin and Richard I Greth Estate
Bought by
Plamondon David R and Plamondon Kelly F
Seller's Agent
Felix Morales
United Real Estate Strive 212
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$70,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-22.14%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.56%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $89,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $70,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $88,271 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2019 12/16/19 | Sold | $89,900 | 0.0% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2019 10/26/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/22/2019 10/22/19 | For Sale | $89,900 | +28.4% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2018 03/26/18 | Sold | $70,000 | -12.4% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 03/02/2018 03/02/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/26/2017 10/26/17 | Price Changed | $79,900 | -5.9% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2017 09/18/17 | Price Changed | $84,900 | -5.6% | $80 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2017 07/18/17 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $84 / 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 | $1,588 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2024 | $2,598 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2023 | $2,557 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2022 | $2,557 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2021 | $2,557 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2020 | $2,532 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2019 | $2,532 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2018 | $2,532 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2017 | $2,515 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2016 | $1,437 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2015 | $1,437 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
| 2014 | $1,322 | $58,500 | $16,500 | $42,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-8474
208 Total Sales
-
d
Buyer's Agent in 2019
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
-
F
Seller's Agent in 2018
Felix Morales
United Real Estate Strive 212
(610) 207-7972
24 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000257459
APN: 17-5317-22-18-9891
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