1925 Elder St Reading, PA 19604
College Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $211,000 - $282,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,240
Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.16 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Rambler Architecture
- Attic
- 1 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of March 2017Beautiful all Brick Rancher in College Heights near Albright College. When you step into this home you can see and feel the attention to detail and comfort. Lovely modern kitchen with plenty of cabinets and Corian countertops. The home features 3 spacious bedrooms with double door closets,1 1/2 tile baths on first floor along with a first floor laundry. Full REAL hardwood floors. Basement is Dry and semi-finished with office and rec area along with a workshop and a lit outside exit. Off the kitchen area is a really nice covered large patio ideal for entertaining on warm summer nights. Off the patio is a large full brick 1 1/2 car garage with overhead door and workbench area. The roof is almost new fully replaced in last few years with Lifetime GAF Warranty Shingles. Comfortable home with economical gas heat with humidifier and electronic air cleaner and central air. All of this on a lovely level landscaped lot. Almost in your backyard is a beautiful public pool. You must see inside to really appreciate this home. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x160
- Northwest Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 1 Level
- Replacement Windows
- Bay Window
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Thirteenth And Union Elementary School
- Northeast Middle School
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1974
- Assessor Parcel Number 17-5318-80-40-1974
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 15, 2016
Closed on
Mar 31, 2017
Sold by
Beck James M and Beck Carol S
Bought by
Herb Mark M and Herb Cynthia A
Seller's Agent
Douglas Hayward
Doug Hayward Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
David Zoschke
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$135,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,100
-1.52%
Total Days on Market
110
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
$115,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.46%
Original Mortgage
$120,800
Outstanding Balance
$101,547
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$161,568
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 2012
Sold by
Kerns Jane A
Bought by
Beck James M and Beck Carol S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2004
Sold by
Weidenhammer Stephen E
Bought by
Kerns Jane A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 2003
Sold by
Weidenhammer Jane M and Weidenhammer Ernest W
Bought by
Weidenhammer Ernest W
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herb Mark M | $135,800 | Signature Abstract | |
| Beck James M | $146,000 | None Available | |
| Kerns Jane A | $125,000 | -- | |
| Weidenhammer Ernest W | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Herb Mark M | $120,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Beck James M | $73,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerns Jane A | $110,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2017 03/31/17 | Sold | $135,800 | 0.0% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 02/02/2017 02/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2017 01/12/17 | Price Changed | $135,800 | -0.1% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 12/09/2016 12/09/16 | Price Changed | $135,900 | -1.5% | $61 / Sq Ft |
| 10/15/2016 10/15/16 | For Sale | $137,900 | -- | $62 / 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 | $2,212 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2024 | $3,619 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2023 | $3,563 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2022 | $3,563 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2021 | $3,563 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2020 | $3,527 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2019 | $3,527 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2018 | $3,527 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2017 | $3,504 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2016 | $2,002 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2015 | $2,002 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
| 2014 | $1,842 | $81,500 | $23,200 | $58,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Douglas Hayward
Seller's Agent in 2017
Douglas Hayward
Doug Hayward Real Estate
(610) 780-9821
23 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2017
David Zoschke
RE/MAX of Reading
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003330073
APN: 17-5318-80-40-1974
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