213 Kent Way Reading, PA 19611
Estimated Value: $273,519 - $311,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,250
Sq Ft
$240/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 24-Hour Security
- 0.14 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of January 2020Built around 1955, this all stone Cape Code offers large room sizes for a modest sized home, and many location benefits. It is only 1/2 block from the Reading Hospital / Tower Health Campus and is just 2 blocks off of Penn Ave with many restaurants, shops and fresh market shopping. Efficient gas heat and central air make this very comfortable living. A large useful front porch offers weather protection and stylish summer enjoyment too. The finished lower level offers 500 additional square feet of living space, with a HUGE family room, full bath and a finished bedroom.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB046770L Listed on: 12/16/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,816
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Slate Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,250 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on lower level
- Attic
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 24-Hour Security
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5202
- Assessor Parcel Number 93-5306-05-19-5202
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 16, 2019
Closed on
Jan 24, 2020
Sold by
Merlino A J
Bought by
Sterner Benjamin G
Seller's Agent
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.43%
Total Days on Market
3
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
$85,130
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.66%
Original Mortgage
$208,550
Outstanding Balance
$187,033
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$117,478
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 2, 2014
Closed on
Feb 21, 2014
Sold by
Dietrich Bryan and Dietrich Jennifer
Bought by
Merlino Aj
Seller's Agent
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$157,900
Sold Price
$154,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-2.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.79%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 2, 2013
Closed on
Oct 3, 2013
Sold by
Jeschke Chester J and Dolinski Greta E
Bought by
Dietrich Bryan and Dietrich Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Jeroen Harmsen
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$92,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,900
-16.29%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
274.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 1995
Bought by
Jeschke Chester J % Dolinski Greta
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterner Benjamin G | $215,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Merlino Aj | $154,000 | None Available | |
| Dietrich Bryan | $92,000 | Conestoga Title Insurance | |
| Jeschke Chester J % Dolinski Greta | $115,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sterner Benjamin G | $208,550 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2020 01/24/20 | Sold | $215,000 | +2.4% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2019 12/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/16/2019 12/16/19 | For Sale | $209,900 | +36.3% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2014 02/21/14 | Sold | $154,000 | -2.5% | $85 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2014 01/26/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/02/2014 01/02/14 | For Sale | $157,900 | +71.6% | $87 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2013 10/03/13 | Sold | $92,000 | 0.0% | $74 / Sq Ft |
| 09/23/2013 09/23/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/20/2013 09/20/13 | Off Market | $92,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/02/2013 08/02/13 | For Sale | $109,900 | -- | $88 / 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 | $2,236 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2024 | $5,466 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2023 | $3,628 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2022 | $5,074 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2021 | $4,986 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2020 | $4,840 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2019 | $4,740 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2018 | $4,606 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2017 | $4,504 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2016 | $1,451 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2015 | $1,451 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
| 2014 | $1,403 | $98,900 | $24,000 | $74,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Randy Weeber
Seller's Agent in 2020
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 858-4134
1 in this area
149 Total Sales
-
Cheryl Takach
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 587-9183
1 in this area
114 Total Sales
-
Michele McCartney
Seller's Agent in 2014
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 587-1913
17 in this area
217 Total Sales
-
Jeroen Harmsen
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jeroen Harmsen
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 763-5179
10 in this area
311 Total Sales
-
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
CAREL HARMSEN
RE/MAX of Reading
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK352038
APN: 93-5306-05-19-5202
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