NOT LISTED FOR SALE

218 Opal Ave Reading, PA 19606

Pennside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $291,000 - $326,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,209 Sq Ft
$140/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 17, 2016

Last sale price $150,000 $68 Per Sq Ft

Est. 106% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,858/month

172 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Exeter Township Senior High School Rated A-
  • Corner Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

As of March 2016

Located in Exeter Schools, this all brick corner home has lots to offer. 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths and one half bath, and many builtin drawers and closets. The lower level bedroom could also be a family room. The home has a New Roof, New Paint, New Carpet and ready for quick possession. Gas hot air heat and C/A was new in 2006. The rear of the home has a private gazebo and large storage shed. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and includes electric flat top cooking and a side by side refrigerator freezer with ice maker. This is one to see.

Last Listed By

Ed Stauffer

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS294153 Listed on: 08/27/2015

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,209 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6088
  • Assessor Parcel Number 43-5327-18-20-6088

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrig., Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Remarks Public: Located in Exeter Schools, this all brick corner home has lots to offer. 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths and one half bath, and many builtin drawers and closets. The lower level bedroom could also be a family room. The home has a New Roof, New Paint, New Carpet and ready for quick possession. Gas hot air heat and C/A was new in 2006. The rear of the home has a private gazebo and large storage shed. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and includes electric flat top cooking and a side by side refrigerator freezer with ice maker. This is one to see.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s)
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: Other
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2209
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2209
  • Net Sq Ft: 2209.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 72.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2209
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 218

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: 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: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: EXETER TOWNSHIP
  • School District Key: 300200397319

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 79900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 30400.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7841.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1507877
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4618.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 43-5327-18-20-6088
  • Tax Lot: 6088
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 03/17/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EXETER TOWNSHIP

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2015
Closed on
Mar 17, 2016
Sold by
Croushore Yolande F
Bought by
Cochran Amber R and Cochran Aaron
Seller's Agent
Ed Stauffer
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Linda Minotto
Bold Realty
List Price
$173,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,000
-13.29%
Total Days on Market
172
Current Estimated Value
$309,562

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$159,562
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%
Original Mortgage
$147,283
Outstanding Balance
$119,279
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$191,316

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 1983
Bought by
Croushore Yolande F

Range of Values:

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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
Cochran Amber R $150,000 None Available
Croushore Yolande F -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cochran Amber R $147,283
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/17/2016 03/17/16 Sold $150,000 -6.2% $68 / Sq Ft
02/15/2016 02/15/16 Pending -- -- --
11/24/2015 11/24/15 Price Changed $159,900 -3.1% $72 / Sq Ft
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Price Changed $165,000 -4.6% $75 / Sq Ft
08/27/2015 08/27/15 For Sale $173,000 -- $78 / 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 $1,708 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2024 $5,238 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2023 $5,067 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2022 $5,010 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2021 $4,934 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2020 $4,879 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2019 $4,825 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2018 $4,811 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2017 $4,742 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2016 $1,189 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2015 $1,189 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
2014 $1,148 $110,300 $30,400 $79,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ed Stauffer

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Ed Stauffer

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 334-7099

    2 in this area

    143 Total Sales

    Ed Stauffer
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  • Linda Minotto

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Linda Minotto

    Bold Realty

    (610) 763-5568

    1 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Linda Minotto
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002686756

Bright MLS

APN: 43-5327-18-20-6088

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 Pennside

218 Opal Ave, Reading, PA

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This home is located at 218 Opal Ave, Reading, PA 19606 since 27 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $309,562, approximately $140 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 218 Opal Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Jacksonwald Elementary School, Exeter Township Junior High School, and Exeter Township Senior High School.

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