18 Seminary Ave Reading, PA 19605
Hyde Park-Muhlenberg Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,634
Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
Highlights
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
- Barn or Farm Building
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2016Charming Muhlenberg single in need of next caring owner. Proof of funds is required to submit an offer. Corp addendum apply to accepted offer. No verbal, letter of intent, or escalation offers. Buyer is responsible for any required certs (u/o) or repairs!
Last Buyer's Agent
Durwin Fernandez
Century 21 Gold License #TREND:60019773
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in below average condition
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,634 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Laundry Room
- Attic
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Attached Carport
- On-Street Parking
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Porch
- Barn or Farm Building
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4913
- Assessor Parcel Number 66-5318-09-05-4913
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 17, 2015
Closed on
Apr 12, 2016
Sold by
Zak Homes L L C
Bought by
Clark Shane M and Clark Jacki M
Seller's Agent
Mark Lowe
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Diane Podlesny
Stout Associates Realtors
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$157,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.81%
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
$158,100
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.97%
Original Mortgage
$157,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2015
Closed on
Sep 14, 2015
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co
Bought by
Zak Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Tom Bitler
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Durwin Fernandez
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$93,500
Sold Price
$49,215
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,285
-47.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
693.68%
Original Mortgage
$49,251
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2014
Sold by
Focht Robert and Focht Anita L
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2006
Sold by
Maltby Terrance J and Maltby Dona S
Bought by
Focht Robert and Focht Anita
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
8.17%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2001
Sold by
Maltby Terrance J
Bought by
Maltby Terrance J and Maltby Donna S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,700
Interest Rate
7.06%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $157,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $49,215 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $2,500 | None Available | |
| Deed | $185,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $238,500 | VA | |
| Closed | $146,152 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $157,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $49,251 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $148,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $73,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $92,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/12/2016 04/12/16 | Sold | $157,000 | 0.0% | $60 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2016 02/28/16 | Off Market | $157,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/27/2016 02/27/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/11/2016 02/11/16 | Price Changed | $149,900 | -6.3% | $57 / Sq Ft |
| 12/17/2015 12/17/15 | For Sale | $159,900 | +224.9% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2015 09/21/15 | Sold | $49,215 | -11.3% | $19 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2015 08/14/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/29/2015 07/29/15 | Price Changed | $55,500 | -15.3% | $21 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2015 06/25/15 | Price Changed | $65,500 | -12.9% | $25 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | Price Changed | $75,200 | -9.9% | $29 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2015 04/29/15 | Price Changed | $83,500 | -10.7% | $32 / Sq Ft |
| 03/27/2015 03/27/15 | For Sale | $93,500 | -- | $35 / 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 | $4,712 | -- | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $4,712 | -- | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $4,712 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,712 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $4,712 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2020 | $4,712 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2019 | $4,612 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2018 | $4,530 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2017 | $4,445 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2016 | $1,317 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2015 | $1,317 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
| 2014 | $1,317 | $108,600 | $46,900 | $61,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Mark Lowe
Century 21 Gold
(484) 336-5719
55 Total Sales
-
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Durwin Fernandez
Century 21 Gold
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Diane Podlesny
Stout Associates Realtors
(610) 334-3794
20 Total Sales
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2015
Tom Bitler
Century 21 Gold
(610) 779-2500
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002561444
APN: 66-5318-09-05-4913
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