NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1609 N 15th St Reading, PA 19604

College Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $212,000 - $250,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,330 Sq Ft
$169/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 15, 2013

Last sale price $98,000 $74 Per Sq Ft

Est. 130% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,426/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Tudor Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Stained Glass

About This Home

As of April 2013

Great beginnings in this single starter home that is in great shape. This home sparkles with hardwood floors, modern kitchen, remodeled bath and full basement. The 1 Car garage is great for tinkering. Seller will contribute $4,000 to help you buy.

Last Listed By

William Williams

Hybrid Home Brokers Bill Williams Listed on: 03/13/2013

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,330 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hampden Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3158
  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-23-39-3158

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: 2 Refrigerators, 2 Ac, All Window Treatments, Range, 2 Ceiling Fans
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Great beginnings in this single starter home that is in great shape. This home sparkles with hardwood floors, modern kitchen, remodeled bath and full basement. The 1 Car garage is great for tinkering. Seller will contribute $4,000 to help you buy.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1330
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1330
  • Net Sq Ft: 1330.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 78.87
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1330
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1609

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • 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: 1
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • 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: 58700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 19900.00
  • Land Use Code: 115
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1461687
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3143.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17-5317-23-39-3158
  • Tax Lot: 3158
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 04/15/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2023
Sold by
Christina M Macdonald Trust
Bought by
Macdonald Christina M
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$224,997

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2013
Closed on
Apr 13, 2013
Sold by
Stichler Richard N
Bought by
Macdonald Christina M
Seller's Agent
William Williams
Hybrid Home Brokers Bill Williams
Buyer's Agent
Mary Allen
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$104,900
Sold Price
$98,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-6.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2009
Sold by
Niu Xiaomei
Bought by
Stichler Richard N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2008
Sold by
Stichler Richard N
Bought by
Stichler Richard N and Niu Xiaomei

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,527
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2006
Sold by
Reedy David and Pluta Reedy Marie
Bought by
Stichler Richard N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$20,400
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

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
Macdonald Christina M -- None Listed On Document
Macdonald Christina M $98,000 None Available
Stichler Richard N -- None Available
Stichler Richard N -- None Available
Stichler Richard N $136,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stichler Richard N $105,000
Previous Owner Stichler Richard N $107,527
Previous Owner Stichler Richard N $20,400
Previous Owner Stichler Richard N $108,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2013 04/15/13 Sold $98,000 -6.6% $74 / Sq Ft
03/23/2013 03/23/13 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2013 03/13/13 For Sale $104,900 -- $79 / 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 $2,133 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2024 $3,490 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2023 $3,436 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2022 $3,436 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2021 $3,436 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2020 $3,402 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2019 $3,402 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2018 $3,402 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2017 $3,379 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2016 $1,930 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2015 $1,930 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
2014 $1,776 $78,600 $19,900 $58,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Williams

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    William Williams

    Hybrid Home Brokers Bill Williams

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  • Mary Allen

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Mary Allen

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (610) 721-0471

    46 Total Sales

    Mary Allen
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003371620

Bright MLS

APN: 17-5317-23-39-3158

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19604 College Heights

1609 N 15th St, Reading, PA

Homes for Sale in Reading, PA

This home is located at 1609 N 15th St, Reading, PA 19604 since 13 March 2013 and is currently estimated at $224,997, approximately $169 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 1609 N 15th St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Thirteenth & Union El School, Northeast Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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