NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 Bran Rd Reading, PA 19608

Estimated Value: $614,000 - $889,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,805 Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 05, 2014

Last sale price $470,000 $124 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,306/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5.65 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2014

Unbelievable potential with this huge home on almost 6 acres.Residential,farming,or commercial possibilities abound.Very solid home in need of cosmetic upgrades and priced accordingly.Boasts huge rooms,flowing floor plan,random width hardwood floors, ornate fireplaces,huge master suite,3 car garage.Mechanicals and roof both upgraded in last 5 years.Huge barn with many possibilities as well.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Quentin Miller

(610) 373-9900 quentin.miller@cbhomes.com Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 10/21/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Quentin Miller

(610) 373-9900 quentin.miller@cbhomes.com Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 10/21/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,164

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 5.65 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,805 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Back Up Oil Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2870
  • Assessor Parcel Number 80-4375-04-60-2870

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,164

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3805
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3805
  • Net Sq Ft: 3805.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 131.38
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3805
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Heat Pump - Oil Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil, Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 196900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 65900.00
  • Lot Features: Level, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.65
  • Lot Dimensions: 0X0X0X0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 246114.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1568054
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9164.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 80-4375-04-60-2870
  • Tax Lot: 2870
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 21, 2014
Closed on
Dec 5, 2014
Sold by
Whiston Richard M
Bought by
Mccarthy George Edward and Mccarthy Teresa Michelle
Seller's Agent
Quentin Miller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Quentin Miller
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-5.98%
Current Estimated Value
$742,935

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$272,935
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.19%
Original Mortgage
$453,197
Outstanding Balance
$347,274
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$395,661

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2003
Sold by
Wixon Merrill L and Wixon Edith A
Bought by
Whiston Richard M
Source: Public Records

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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
Mccarthy George Edward $470,000 None Available
Whiston Richard M $775,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mccarthy George Edward $453,197
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Sold $470,000 -6.0% $124 / Sq Ft
11/03/2014 11/03/14 Pending -- -- --
10/21/2014 10/21/14 For Sale $499,900 -- $131 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $4,360 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2024 $11,244 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2023 $10,714 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2022 $10,451 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2021 $10,083 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2020 $10,083 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2019 $9,796 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2018 $9,712 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2017 $9,548 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2016 $2,831 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2015 $2,775 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
2014 $2,775 $262,800 $65,900 $196,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Quentin Miller

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (717) 278-2003

    1 Total Sale

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003125820

Bright MLS

APN: 80-4375-04-60-2870

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19608

161 Bran Rd, Reading, PA

Not Listed for Sale

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