212 Amherst Ave Reading, PA 19609
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,367
Sq Ft
5,227
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Wilson High School Rated A-
- No HOA
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of August 2024Great location with convenient access to Route 222, Route 724, and stores! Tudor style cape cod with maintenance free exterior--all brick construction and aluminum soffiting! A rocking chair on the front porch will greet you as you walk up to the door. When you enter the front door, you will notice the beautiful hardwood floors, open staircase, and stone fireplace. The hardwood floors carry thru to the dining room, which also has a built-in corner hutch. Wood stove in the dining room will make those cold winter nights history. Kitchen has brand new countertops, new dishwasher, and is freshly painted! 3 nice size bedrooms on the 2nd floor and all have hardwood flooring. Spacious master bedroom has his & her closets. Tile flooring in the bathroom. There is a finished rec room in basement (currently not heated) that have many possibilities--play room, exercise room, office, etc. Other features include nice flat yard & replacement windows! The rear patio area will be ideal for entertaining & BBQing this summer! Peace of mind for the Buyer--Seller is offering a home warranty to Buyer at settlement
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CENTURY21 Epting Realty License #RM421150 Listed on: 02/11/2017
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,310
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 44x115
- Sloped Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,367 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Stone Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drainage System
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Wilson Southern Middle School
- Wilson High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7310
- Assessor Parcel Number 80-4396-17-11-7310
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Lincoln Park Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2024
Closed on
Aug 30, 2024
Sold by
Ogden Kenneth B and Ogden Teresa L
Bought by
Espinoza Jonathan Matthew
Seller's Agent
Wendy McCooey
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Karen Malec
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Views
104
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
$5,240
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.22%
Original Mortgage
$10,550
Outstanding Balance
$3,228
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$276,699
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2017
Closed on
Jun 29, 2017
Sold by
Schaeffer Stefanie L
Bought by
Ogden Kenneth B and Ogden Teresa L
Seller's Agent
Denise Specht
CENTURY21 Epting Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wendy McCooey
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$157,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.31%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2015
Closed on
Aug 3, 2015
Sold by
Singley Lydia J
Bought by
Schaeffer Stefanie
Seller's Agent
Terry Dietrich
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Keith Malone
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$141,900
Sold Price
$139,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.41%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.51%
Original Mortgage
$137,362
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 1996
Bought by
Singley Lydia J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $275,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $155,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $139,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $84,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $10,550 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $270,019 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $137,362 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/30/2024 08/30/24 | Sold | $275,000 | 0.0% | $201 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2024 07/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2024 07/07/24 | For Sale | $275,000 | +77.4% | $201 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2017 06/29/17 | Sold | $155,000 | 0.0% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2017 05/30/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2017 05/30/17 | Off Market | $155,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2017 04/13/17 | Price Changed | $155,000 | -1.8% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2017 02/11/17 | For Sale | $157,900 | +12.9% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2015 08/03/15 | Sold | $139,900 | 0.0% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2015 07/02/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/08/2015 06/08/15 | Price Changed | $139,900 | -1.4% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2015 04/04/15 | For Sale | $141,900 | -- | $104 / 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 | $1,765 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2024 | $3,898 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2023 | $3,714 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2022 | $3,623 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2021 | $3,495 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2020 | $3,495 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2019 | $3,396 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2018 | $3,367 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2017 | $3,310 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2016 | $1,250 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2015 | $1,225 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
| 2014 | $1,092 | $91,100 | $27,300 | $63,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Wendy McCooey
Seller's Agent in 2024
Wendy McCooey
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 342-7112
1 in this area
130 Total Sales
-
Karen Malec
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Karen Malec
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 413-8919
2 in this area
160 Total Sales
-
Denise Specht
Seller's Agent in 2017
Denise Specht
CENTURY21 Epting Realty
(610) 334-5513
103 Total Sales
-
Terry Dietrich
Seller's Agent in 2015
Terry Dietrich
Century 21 Gold
(610) 780-0705
13 Total Sales
-
Gabrielle Dietrich
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Gabrielle Dietrich
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-6809
20 Total Sales
-
Keith Malone
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Keith Malone
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 670-2770
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003261349
APN: 80-4396-17-11-7310
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