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Seller's Agent in 2012
PATRICIA AUCHTER
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
1820 Bern St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $351,000 - $569,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,021
Sq Ft
$144/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.68 Acre Lot
- 1 Fireplace
- No HOA
- Rambler Architecture
- Corner Lot
- Built-In Double Oven
About This Home
As of August 2012Spacious 3BR, 3BA ranch home in Hampden Heights College/College Heights area. Close to Albright College. Very private setting- fenced yard. 37 handles kit w/built-in breakfast area in kit. nicely upgraded w/dbl wall ovens, dbl stainless steel sink, ceramic top range, instant hot water faucet, pantry w/pull-out shelves,Formica counters w/"no-drip" edge, under cabinet lighting, spice drawers, 2nd sink at wet bar/coffee bar w/sliders that open to entertaining area. Attractive tile backsplash. Large LR w/fireplace & wall of windows & sliders to yard. DR also is surrounded by windows on 2 sides & has wd & one of a kind handles. Large main bedroom has It's on BA. The other 2 BR share a "Jack & Jill" BA. One of these BR has been fitted w/a wall of bkshelves and was used as a library/den. Finished LL has many built-in storage & shelves including a blt-in sofa. LL also has a fl BA & well-out fitted laundry rm. Gar is huge w/several storage areas. Entire house is reminiscent of "Frank Lloyd Wright" Const. & quality!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
PATRICIA AUCHTER
babcipat@msn.com Commonwealth Real Estate LLC Listed on: 05/23/2012
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 0.68 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,021 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on lower level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hampden Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9533
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-24-49-9533
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2012
Closed on
Aug 2, 2012
Sold by
Fineran Sally and Periandi Joseph
Bought by
Wells Kenneth D and Wells Christa M
Seller's Agent
PATRICIA AUCHTER
Commonwealth Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Gilbert Carbon
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$220,000
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
$211,795
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.14%
Original Mortgage
$227,260
Outstanding Balance
$157,657
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$277,547
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2005
Sold by
Freedson John G and Freedson Margaret J
Bought by
Sawyer Harold G and Sawyer Frances K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 2002
Sold by
Freedson John G
Bought by
Freedson John G and Freedson Gonzelez Margaret J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Kenneth D | $220,000 | None Available | |
| Sawyer Harold G | $269,900 | None Available | |
| Freedson John G | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wells Kenneth D | $227,260 | |
| Previous Owner | Sawyer Harold G | $169,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2012 08/02/12 | Sold | $220,000 | 0.0% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Off Market | $220,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2012 06/28/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2012 06/13/12 | For Sale | $220,000 | 0.0% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2012 06/05/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2012 06/05/12 | Off Market | $220,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2012 05/23/12 | For Sale | $220,000 | -- | $73 / 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 | $4,720 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2024 | $7,722 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2023 | $7,602 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2022 | $7,602 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2021 | $7,602 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2020 | $7,526 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2019 | $7,526 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2018 | $7,526 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2017 | $7,476 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2016 | $4,271 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2015 | $4,271 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
| 2014 | $3,930 | $173,900 | $43,800 | $130,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Gilbert Carbon
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Gilbert Carbon
Century 21 Gold
(610) 413-9446
84 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003983812
APN: 17-5317-24-49-9533
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