213 Kent Way Reading, PA 19611
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,250
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 0.14 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of January 2020This wonderful, quaint, and classic stone house with slate roof is located on a very quiet tree lined street right at the entrance of the Reading Hospital close to the main attractions of the Penn Avenue strip in West Reading. The school district is Wyomissing. This lovely single detached property features 2 nicely sized bedrooms, two full baths, a large unfinished basement, and a walk up attic with restricted height. The one car garage is detached and is at the back of the property. Underneath the wall to wall carpets the new home owner will find untouched hardwood floors! To top it all off there is a central air-conditioning system and the primary heating is gas. Enjoy the large full eat in kitchen with a view of Kent Way. This home is waiting for you and priced competitively.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS312678 Listed on: 08/02/2013
Co-Listed By
Carel Harmsen
RE/MAX Of Reading
Last Buyer's Agent
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS166910L
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Slate Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,250 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Living Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
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%
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
$87,019
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.64%
Original Mortgage
$208,550
Outstanding Balance
$187,033
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$119,530
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 | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $215,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Deed | $154,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $92,000 | Conestoga Title Insurance | |
| Deed | $115,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $208,550 | New Conventional |
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
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 858-4134
1 in this area
148 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 587-9183
1 in this area
103 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 587-1913
16 in this area
217 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jeroen Harmsen
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 763-5179
9 in this area
310 Total Sales
-
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
Carel Harmsen
RE/MAX of Reading
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003585894
APN: 93-5306-05-19-5202
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