$211,000
SOLD JUN 6, 2013

1901 Olive St Reading, PA 19604

College Heights Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,374 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$89 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Attic

About This Home

As of May 2015

Vacation at home Olde World Charm Abounds. Wonderful blend with all modern amenities including a very private rear yard surrounding a beautiful in-ground pool. Cathedral ceiling pristine hardwood floors thru-out and leaded glass add to the charm. Design of home allows for either 4 bedrooms or 3 with a nice office, 2 full baths. Nifty fifty's kitchen is striking. Moderate taxes, extremely quiet neighborhood. Pleasing to the eye, this home is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

bradley difulvio

Pagoda Realty Listed on: 03/21/2013

Pagoda Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,202

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,374 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Trash Compactor

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Northeast Middle School
  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6751
  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-5318-79-30-6751

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,202

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Remarks Public: Vacation at home Olde World Charm Abounds. Wonderful blend with all modern amenities including a very private rear yard surrounding a beautiful in-ground pool. Cathedral ceiling pristine hardwood floors thru-out and leaded glass add to the charm. Design of home allows for either 4 bedrooms or 3 with a nice office, 2 full baths. Nifty fifty's kitchen is striking. Moderate taxes, extremely quiet neighborhood. Pleasing to the eye, this home is a must see!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Built-In Range, Oven - Wall, Trash Compactor
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower, Dining Area
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2374
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2374
  • Net Sq Ft: 2374.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 92.63
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2374
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1901

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Slate
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • Middle School: NORTHEAST
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • Middle Or Junior School: NORTHEAST

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Lot Features: Corner, Sloping, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: .
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14375.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5202.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17-5318-79-30-6751
  • Tax Lot: 6751
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 06/06/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2015
Closed on
May 12, 2015
Sold by
Kent Todd D and Newton Ronda L
Bought by
Davis Corinne A
Seller's Agent
Eric Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jerry Moyer
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$254,640
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,260
-5.65%
Current Estimated Value
$409,200

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$154,560
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.77%
Original Mortgage
$229,150
Outstanding Balance
$178,873
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$230,327

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2013
Closed on
Jun 6, 2013
Sold by
Quaglia James J and Quaglia Susan T
Bought by
Kent Todd D and Newton Ronda L
Seller's Agent
bradley difulvio
Pagoda Realty
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$211,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,900
-4.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.07%
Original Mortgage
$168,800
Interest Rate
2.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2010
Sold by
Wanner Richard M and Wanner Debra A
Bought by
Quaglia James J and Quaglia Susan T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
4.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $254,640 None Available
Deed $211,000 None Available
Deed $209,900 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $74,000 New Conventional
Closed $30,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $229,150 New Conventional
Previous Owner $33,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $168,800 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $156,226 Unknown
Previous Owner $124,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Sold $254,640 -5.7% $107 / Sq Ft
04/16/2015 04/16/15 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2015 03/25/15 For Sale $269,900 +27.9% $114 / Sq Ft
06/06/2013 06/06/13 Sold $211,000 -4.0% $89 / Sq Ft
04/04/2013 04/04/13 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2013 03/21/13 For Sale $219,900 -- $93 / 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 $3,531 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2024 $5,777 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2023 $5,687 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2022 $5,687 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2021 $5,687 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2020 $5,630 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2019 $5,630 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2018 $5,630 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2017 $5,593 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2016 $3,195 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2015 $3,195 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
2014 $2,940 $130,100 $35,500 $94,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eric Miller

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Eric Miller

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 685-3103

    5 in this area

    250 Total Sales

    Eric Miller
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Jerry Moyer

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 468-8225

    24 Total Sales

    Jerry Moyer
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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    bradley difulvio

    Pagoda Realty

    (610) 207-7188

    1 in this area

    29 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003379952

Bright MLS

APN: 17-5318-79-30-6751

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19604 College Heights

1901 Olive St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 1901 Olive St, Reading, PA 19604 and is currently priced at $211,000, approximately $88 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 1901 Olive St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Thirteenth & Union El School, Northeast Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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