212 Laurel Ave Reading, PA 19606
Mount Penn Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,190
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- No HOA
- Oversized Parking
- 2 Fireplaces
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Living Room
About This Home
As of May 2024OPEN HOUSE - Sunday, April 7th, 1:00-3:00. Beautifully remodeled four bedroom, two bathroom home in quiet, well-maintained Mt. Penn Township neighborhood. Nearly 1900 square feet of functional and charming updates. Open and airy first floor boasts new chef's kitchen with granite counter tops, new cabinets with soft-close drawers, a 36" gas range with stainless hood, and new, warrantied stainless steel appliances. Open living and dining space, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom complete the first floor. Gas fireplaces located in living room and upstairs master bedroom. Spacious second story features second full bathroom, third bedroom, and master bedroom with large cedar closet. Beautifully restored oak flooring throughout home. Finished basement with exposed stone offers additional living room, laundry room, and access to attached oversized one-car garage. The secluded sanctuary yard with outdoor built-in grill and flagstone patio and walkways grant privacy and luxury. Additional updates include new and warrantied high efficiency gas heating and cooling system, new roof, and new warrantied top of the line windows. No showings until open house.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 100 Amp Service
Additional Features
- Level Entry For Accessibility
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9754
- Assessor Parcel Number 64-5316-08-78-9754
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2024
Sold by
Stark Jonathan and Stark Kelley
Bought by
Kreger Ryan M and Rieger Gordon
Seller's Agent
Victoria Venezia
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Freese
Amo Realty
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
5.59%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
249
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
$2,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.00%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$198,179
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$89,709
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2019
Closed on
May 16, 2019
Sold by
Stasko Brothers Llc
Bought by
Stark Jonathan and Stark Kelley
Seller's Agent
Christopher Fritchman
House & Land Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Charles Beebe
RE/MAX Professional Realty
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$193,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.09%
Original Mortgage
$154,400
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 12, 2018
Closed on
Jan 17, 2019
Sold by
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc
Bought by
Stasko Brothers Llc
Seller's Agent
Tod Slabik
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Fritchman
House & Land Real Estate
List Price
$100,000
Sold Price
$111,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
11%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
463.29%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 12, 2018
Closed on
Dec 28, 2018
Sold by
Weidel Michael H and Weidel Jody W
Bought by
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc
Seller's Agent
Tod Slabik
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Fritchman
House & Land Real Estate
List Price
$100,000
Sold Price
$111,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2001
Sold by
Weidel Warren L and Weidel Elizabeth M
Bought by
The Warren L & Elizabeth M Weidel Revoca
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $285,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $193,000 | Icon Land Transfer Lp | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $111,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $2,394 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $154,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $251,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $40,933 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $20,375 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $19,594 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $78,700 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2024 05/17/24 | Sold | $285,000 | +5.6% | $216 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2024 04/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2024 04/03/24 | For Sale | $269,900 | +39.8% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2019 05/16/19 | Sold | $193,000 | -1.0% | $88 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2019 04/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2019 04/04/19 | For Sale | $195,000 | +75.7% | $89 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2019 01/18/19 | Sold | $111,000 | +11.0% | -- |
| 12/27/2018 12/27/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/12/2018 12/12/18 | For Sale | $100,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright MLS
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 | $2,816 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2024 | $6,547 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2023 | $6,318 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2022 | $5,895 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2021 | $5,774 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2020 | $5,590 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2019 | $5,454 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2018 | $5,398 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2017 | $5,149 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2016 | $1,650 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2015 | $1,650 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
| 2014 | $1,581 | $94,200 | $33,300 | $60,900 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK338958
APN: 64-5316-08-78-9754
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