Seller's Agent in 2024
John Griffin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(610) 406-1149
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
205 Taft Ave Reading, PA 19606
Estimated Value: $251,000 - $299,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,932
Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- A-Frame Home
- No HOA
- Solar Heating System
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of July 2024Great home with recent renovations, near shopping and business route 422! Spacious home with many upgrades and a detached 2 car garage! Renovations include new flooring, fresh paint, new drywalling, granite countertops, gas heating/cooling unit,new roof, sun/mud room, and assumable solar panels and a partially finished basement w a 5th bedroom. Immediate Possession... (Back on market due to buyer default)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(484) 450-8771 admin@ironvalleyrealestateofberks.com Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks License #RS291640 Listed on: 04/12/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
(484) 450-8771 admin@ironvalleyrealestateofberks.com Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks License #RS291640 Listed on: 04/12/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,576
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- A-Frame Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,932 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Partially Finished Basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Heating System
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Above Ground Utilities
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1733
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-5327-14-44-1733
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2024
Closed on
Jul 22, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
John Griffin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
John Griffin
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%
Views
96
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
$3,155
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.59%
Original Mortgage
$274,928
Outstanding Balance
$269,604
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$13,551
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 20, 2014
Closed on
Jun 30, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christopher Nelson
Genstone Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Nelson
Genstone Realty
List Price
$83,800
Sold Price
$78,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,050
-6.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.42%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 4, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,000
Interest Rate
5.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
7.14%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $280,000 | Stewart Title | ||
| $78,750 | None Available | ||
| $2,100 | None Available | ||
| $123,000 | T A Title Insurance Co | ||
| $70,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $274,928 | ||
| Previous Owner | $123,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $45,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2024 07/22/24 | Sold | $280,000 | 0.0% | $145 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2024 06/12/24 | Price Changed | $279,900 | 0.0% | $145 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2024 06/12/24 | For Sale | $279,900 | 0.0% | $145 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | Off Market | $279,900 | -- | -- | |
| 04/21/2024 04/21/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/12/2024 04/12/24 | For Sale | $279,900 | +255.4% | $145 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2014 07/01/14 | Sold | $78,750 | -6.0% | $41 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/24/2014 06/24/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | Price Changed | $83,800 | 0.0% | $43 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | For Sale | $83,800 | +6.4% | $43 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/19/2014 05/19/14 | Off Market | $78,750 | -- | -- | |
| 04/23/2014 04/23/14 | Price Changed | $87,000 | -5.0% | $45 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/23/2014 03/23/14 | Price Changed | $91,600 | -7.0% | $47 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/20/2014 02/20/14 | For Sale | $98,500 | -- | $51 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,600 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2025 | $1,526 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2024 | $4,661 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2023 | $4,504 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2022 | $4,361 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2021 | $4,270 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2020 | $4,151 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2019 | $4,021 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2018 | $3,978 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2017 | $3,860 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2016 | $1,077 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2015 | $1,077 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
| 2014 | $1,023 | $71,700 | $22,100 | $49,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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John Griffin
-
Christopher Nelson
Seller's Agent in 2014
Christopher Nelson
Genstone Realty
(610) 489-5911
144 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2041598
APN: 23-5327-14-44-1733
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