NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1838 Perkiomen Ave Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,114 - $197,000

5 Beds
1 Bath
1,860 Sq Ft
$95/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 25, 2018

Last sale price $57,900 $31 Per Sq Ft

Est. 205% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,007/month

179 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.07 Acre Lot
  • Attic
  • Porch
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

As of May 2018

This 5 bedroom, 1,860 sq ft updated home is at the end of the row. The living room is spacious and boasts a beautiful brick fireplace. The dining room is large as you would expect in a home like this. The large kitchen (eat-in and with breakfast room) is updated and has tile countertops. The five private bedrooms are all good sized. There is a nice side porch and a cozy backyard. Top all this off with 2- 3 off-street parking spaces. Home has replacement windows and gas heat. Don't miss this one.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

MICHAEL VAVRECK

(484) 388-1604 vav@century21parkroad.com United Real Estate Strive 212 Listed on: 10/16/2017

United Real Estate Strive 212

Last Buyer's Agent

Mercedes Davis

(610) 401-8646 merleo06@yahoo.com Pagoda Realty

Pagoda Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,860 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3861
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-33-57-3861

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator "As Is"
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1860
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1860
  • Net Sq Ft: 1860.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 31.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1860
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3049.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1567.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-33-57-3861
  • Tax Lot: 3861
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2017
Closed on
Jun 6, 2018
Sold by
Fringetree Associates Lp
Bought by
Jimenez Jose Ramon
Seller's Agent
MICHAEL VAVRECK
United Real Estate Strive 212
Buyer's Agent
Mercedes Davis
Pagoda Realty
List Price
$57,900
Sold Price
$57,900
Current Estimated Value
$176,779

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$118,879
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.19%
Original Mortgage
$56,850
Outstanding Balance
$48,587
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$128,192

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2012
Sold by
Perez Carmen and Bank Of America National Assoc
Bought by
Fringetree Associates Lp

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2002
Sold by
Castello Stutchbury Kimberly E and Castello Kimberly E
Bought by
Perez Carmen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,570
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Jimenez Jose Ramon $57,900 Stewart Abstract Of Berks Co
Fringetree Associates Lp $21,300 None Available
Perez Carmen M $40,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jimenez Jose Ramon $56,850
Previous Owner Perez Carmen M $38,570
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/25/2018 05/25/18 Sold $57,900 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft
04/13/2018 04/13/18 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2017 11/27/17 For Sale $57,900 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft
11/27/2017 11/27/17 Off Market $57,900 -- --
10/24/2017 10/24/17 For Sale $57,900 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft
10/24/2017 10/24/17 Off Market $57,900 -- --
10/20/2017 10/20/17 For Sale $57,900 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft
10/20/2017 10/20/17 Off Market $57,900 -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Sale $57,900 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft
09/01/2016 09/01/16 Rented $850 0.0% --
09/01/2016 09/01/16 Under Contract -- -- --
08/16/2016 08/16/16 For Rent $850 -- --
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 $983 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2024 $1,607 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2023 $1,583 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2022 $1,583 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2021 $1,583 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2020 $1,567 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2019 $1,567 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2018 $1,567 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2017 $1,556 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2016 $889 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2015 $889 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
2014 $818 $36,200 $17,500 $18,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    MICHAEL VAVRECK

    United Real Estate Strive 212

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  • Mercedes Davis

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Mercedes Davis

    Pagoda Realty

    (610) 401-8646

    2 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Mercedes Davis
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004080219

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-33-57-3861

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

1838 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA

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