NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 Columbia Ave Reading, PA 19605

Hyde Park-Muhlenberg Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $217,707 - $265,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,030 Sq Ft
$122/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 26, 2021

Last sale price $150,500 $74 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,389/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • No HOA
  • Storm Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Chair Railings

About This Home

As of March 2021

Nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home on a quiet, dead end street! This Muhlenberg split level has so much to offer with an open floor plan, tons of natural light, and a 42 handle kitchen, complete with a breakfast island and gas cooking. A large living room leads through two glass sliders to a beautiful covered patio with plenty of space for outdoor entertaining. Ample closet space in each bedroom and a laundry/utility room that could be used for almost anything. Economical gas heat, central air, and low taxes! For peace of mind, a one year Home Warranty with full price offer. Immediate possession possible!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terry Imschweiler

(484) 695-3508 terrysellshomes212@gmail.com United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS332599 Listed on: 02/08/2021

United Real Estate Strive 212

Co-Listed By

Ronald Samsel

(941) 842-6100 ron@berksrealtor.com United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS202136L

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Manzueta

(484) 219-9232 josemanzueta946@gmail.com JM Diamond Realty License #RM426115

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,994

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9322
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-5308-16-83-9322

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hyde Park Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,994

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven/Stove, Dishwasher, Giant Wall Clock, Patio Furniture, Shed
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Chair Railings, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Storm
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space, Slab
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Hookup
  • Total Sq Ft: 2030
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2030
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 111.57
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1478
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 552
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 552
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s), Roof
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2120.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2994.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-5308-16-83-9322
  • Tax Lot: 9322
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2021
Closed on
Mar 26, 2021
Sold by
Christman Dennis Jay
Bought by
Brito Manuel A Herasme and Medina Yosanlly M
Seller's Agent
Terry Imschweiler
United Real Estate Strive 212
Buyer's Agent
Jose Manzueta
JM Diamond Realty
List Price
$164,900
Sold Price
$150,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,400
-8.73%
Current Estimated Value
$248,427

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$97,927
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.20%
Original Mortgage
$147,773
Outstanding Balance
$132,913
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$115,514

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2009
Sold by
Poppe Susan
Bought by
Christman Dennis Jay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,793
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2008
Sold by
Taylor Andrea
Bought by
Poppe Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2006
Sold by
Roush Sandra L and Rhein Sandra L
Bought by
Taylor Andrea

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,000
Interest Rate
9.55%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Rhein David A and Rhein Sandy L
Bought by
Rhein Sandra L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,945
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brito Manuel A Herasme $150,500 Edge Abstract
Christman Dennis Jay $121,000 None Available
Poppe Susan $75,500 None Available
Taylor Andrea $110,000 Stewart Abstract
Rhein Sandra L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brito Manuel A Herasme $147,773
Previous Owner Christman Dennis Jay $118,793
Previous Owner Taylor Andrea $99,000
Previous Owner Rhein Sandra L $71,945
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/26/2021 03/26/21 Sold $150,500 -8.7% $74 / Sq Ft
02/10/2021 02/10/21 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2021 02/08/21 For Sale $164,900 -- $81 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,036 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2024 $3,322 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2023 $3,118 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2022 $3,066 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2021 $2,994 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2020 $2,994 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2019 $2,930 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2018 $2,878 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2017 $2,824 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2016 $837 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2015 $837 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
2014 $837 $69,000 $28,000 $41,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Terry Imschweiler

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Terry Imschweiler

    United Real Estate Strive 212

    (484) 695-3508

    1 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Terry Imschweiler
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  • Ronald Samsel

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Ronald Samsel

    United Real Estate Strive 212

    (941) 842-6100

    2 in this area

    114 Total Sales

    Ronald Samsel
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  • Jose Manzueta

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Jose Manzueta

    JM Diamond Realty

    (484) 219-9232

    1 in this area

    265 Total Sales

    Jose Manzueta
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK373344

Bright MLS

APN: 66-5308-16-83-9322

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Hyde Park-Muhlenberg

217 Columbia Ave, Reading, PA

Not Listed for Sale

Townhouses

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