Seller's Agent in 2019
James Ernst
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-1996
15 in this area
218 Total Sales
169 Orchard Rd Reading, PA 19605
Outer Muhlenberg Township NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $432,000 - $509,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,992
Sq Ft
$159/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Fireplaces
- 1.09 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of September 2019Lovely two-story brick home on a large corner lot offering over 2,700 square feet of living space in Lakeview Estates neighborhood. Cool off in your in-ground pool or relax in your hot tub after a long day. To accommodate you and your guests, your pool house offers a bathroom and changing area. Step inside to your well-appointed kitchen featuring beautiful, ornate cabinets, granite countertops with pretty tile backsplash and stylish light fixtures. Convenient breakfast bar adds extra seating and the bay window adds tons of light. Open to your kitchen is your family room, accented by a brick, gas fireplace, hardwood floors and provides tons of room for entertainment. The French doors off the living room is open to your lovely covered patio and private, roomy backyard. Dining room is spacious enough for a large dining table. Upstairs master bedroom has its own master bath. Three more good sized bedrooms and another bath keep things running smoothly in the morning. Upper floor laundry room is super convenient. Want more room for entertainment? Welcome your friends and family to your full, finished basement where they can hang by the bar or watch the game on your big flat screen TV. Pretty, tree-lined backyard is fenced in. A beautiful home you ll be proud to call yours!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 207-1996 jernst@c21gold.com Century 21 Gold License #AB066836 Listed on: 05/21/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,433
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 1.09 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Open Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R2, Moderate Density Residential
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Central Vacuum
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lakeview Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2574
- Assessor Parcel Number 61-5411-17-20-2574
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2019
Closed on
Sep 13, 2019
Sold by
Ray Sue A and Briand Donald S
Bought by
Defiore Ashley Lauren and Defiore Jeremy Patrick
Seller's Agent
James Ernst
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Ed Spayd
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-9.23%
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
$181,562
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$265,500
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2017
Closed on
Jun 2, 2017
Sold by
Blankenhorn James C and Blankenhorn Barbara M
Bought by
Ray Sue A and Briand Donald S
Seller's Agent
Jack Evans
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
James Ernst
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$299,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.72%
Original Mortgage
$239,920
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2006
Sold by
Blankenhorn James C
Bought by
Blankenhorn James C and Blankenhorn Barbara M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defiore Ashley Lauren | $295,000 | Stewart Abstract Of Berks Cn | |
| Ray Sue A | $299,900 | None Available | |
| Blankenhorn James C | -- | None Available | |
| Blankenhorn James C | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Defiore Ashley Lauren | $265,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Ray Sue A | $239,920 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2019 09/13/19 | Sold | $295,000 | -1.3% | $99 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2019 07/29/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2019 07/26/19 | Price Changed | $299,000 | -2.0% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2019 07/19/19 | Price Changed | $305,000 | -3.2% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2019 06/19/19 | Price Changed | $315,000 | -3.1% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2019 05/21/19 | For Sale | $325,000 | +8.4% | $109 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2017 06/02/17 | Sold | $299,900 | 0.0% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2017 04/09/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/06/2017 03/06/17 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $132 / 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 | $2,226 | $159,600 | $27,300 | $132,300 |
| 2024 | $7,350 | $159,600 | $27,300 | $132,300 |
| 2023 | $6,866 | $159,600 | $27,300 | $132,300 |
| 2022 | $6,826 | $159,600 | $27,300 | $132,300 |
| 2021 | $6,826 | $159,600 | $27,300 | $132,300 |
| 2020 | $6,433 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2019 | $6,433 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2018 | $6,350 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2017 | $6,193 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2016 | $1,353 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2015 | $1,353 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
| 2014 | $1,353 | $151,300 | $27,300 | $124,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
James Ernst
-
Ed Spayd
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Ed Spayd
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 587-4762
15 in this area
363 Total Sales
-
Jack Evans
Seller's Agent in 2017
Jack Evans
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 406-7496
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK341818
APN: 61-5411-17-20-2574
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