NOT LISTED FOR SALE

165 Old State Rd Reading, PA 19606

East Reading Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $284,000 - $382,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,330 Sq Ft
$257/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 25, 2016

Last sale price $27,900 $21 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1,098% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,916/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2016

Property sold in its "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition. Seller does not prorate taxes. Buyer pays all closing costs including, but not limited to any and all transfer taxes, title, legal, and recording fees. 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath located in Reading, PA. This property will need to be completely gutted. Will need a new roof and new flooring. All new appliances will be needed and the electric should be upgraded. Thorough cleaning throughout is also needed. Has 2 car attached garage and sits on just over quarter acre of land. Other repairs and updates may be necessary before move in ready.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

KEN GEHRIS

USRealty.com LLP License #TREND:029371 Listed on: 03/16/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

KEN GEHRIS

USRealty.com LLP License #TREND:029371 Listed on: 03/16/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in below average condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,330 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating Available
  • Well
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6685
  • Assessor Parcel Number 22-5338-04-73-6685

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Remarks Public: Property sold in its "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition. Seller does not prorate taxes. Buyer pays all closing costs including, but not limited to any and all transfer taxes, title, legal, and recording fees. 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath located in Reading, PA. This property will need to be completely gutted. Will need a new roof and new flooring. All new appliances will be needed and the electric should be upgraded. Thorough cleaning throughout is also needed. Has 2 car attached garage and sits on just over quarter acre of land. Other repairs and updates may be necessary before move in ready.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1330
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1330
  • Net Sq Ft: 1330.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 20.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1330
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 165

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: Fuses
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: OLEY VALLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397314

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 46700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 32600.00
  • Land Use Code: 104
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloping, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11326.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1469665
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2752.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 22-5338-04-73-6685
  • Tax Lot: 6685
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 05/25/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: OLEY VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 16, 2016
Closed on
May 13, 2016
Sold by
Castle 2016 Llc
Bought by
Brossman Michaelk and Brossman Beeky
Seller's Agent
KEN GEHRIS
USRealty.com LLP
Buyer's Agent
KEN GEHRIS
USRealty.com LLP
List Price
$34,900
Sold Price
$27,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-20.06%
Current Estimated Value
$334,109

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$306,209
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2016
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Castle 2016 Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2015
Sold by
Bowman Dawn and Bowman Dawn L
Bought by
U S Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2003
Sold by
Bowman Linda L
Bought by
Bowman Linda L and Bowman Dawn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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
Brossman Michaelk $27,900 None Available
Castle 2016 Llc $12,050 None Available
U S Bank Na $2,700 None Available
Bowman Linda L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bowman Linda L $14,000
Previous Owner Bowman Linda L $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/25/2016 05/25/16 Sold $27,900 0.0% $21 / Sq Ft
05/04/2016 05/04/16 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2016 04/11/16 Price Changed $27,900 -20.1% $21 / Sq Ft
03/16/2016 03/16/16 For Sale $34,900 -- $26 / 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 $1,141 $106,000 $32,600 $73,400
2024 $4,259 $106,000 $32,600 $73,400
2023 $4,102 $106,000 $32,600 $73,400
2022 $4,049 $106,000 $32,600 $73,400
2021 $2,989 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2020 $2,942 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2019 $2,894 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2018 $2,861 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2017 $2,791 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2016 $689 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2015 $689 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
2014 $651 $79,300 $32,600 $46,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    KEN GEHRIS

    USRealty.com LLP

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003892085

Bright MLS

APN: 22-5338-04-73-6685

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 East Reading

165 Old State Rd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 165 Old State Rd, Reading, PA 19606 since 16 March 2016 and is currently estimated at $342,133, approximately $257 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 165 Old State Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Oley Valley Elementary School, Oley Valley Middle School, and Oley Valley Senior High School.

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