221 Douglass St Reading, PA 19601
Estimated Value: $192,952 - $253,000
5
Beds
1
Bath
2,258
Sq Ft
$100/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Attic
- No HOA
- 2-minute walk to Centre Park
About This Home
As of November 2018Spacious three story brownstone in the Centre Park Area. Semi detached home built in the elegant Romanesque Revival style on an extra deep corner lot. Upon approaching you'll take notice of the front porch surrounded by ivy covered railings with a hanging swing that is the perfect spot to take in the streetscape. This home is filled with historic details including the original heart pine flooring, dumbwaiter hardware, pocket doors and fine millwork throughout the home. This charming property features a chef's kitchen with new cabinets, granite counter tops and a full suite of high end Samsung appliances in stainless which includes a five burner self cleaning convection range. Thee appliances were purchased in 2018 and are still under warranty. Beyond the kitchen is the large main floor laundry and access to the rear covered porch. Off the second floor master bedroom is a comfortable sitting area on the remodeled sleeping porch over looking the back yard. The full bath features a claw foot tub, with shower enclosure, new flooring, and vanity. The beautifully landscaped yard has a wide variety of plantings and a kitchen herb garden. The yard offers an outdoor dining area under pergola covered with grape vines and wisteria. Enclosed with a Spirea hedge and Jane Magnolia this secluded yard is the perfect urban escape.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sands & Company Real Estate License #RS335366 Listed on: 09/14/2018
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,761
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,258 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Kitchen Island
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5723
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-58-64-5723
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 14, 2018
Closed on
Nov 2, 2018
Sold by
Haver Steven J and Haver Karen L
Bought by
Glick Ephraim Z and Glick Hope D
Seller's Agent
Sean Devine
Sands & Company Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$126,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-6.67%
Total Days on Market
25
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
$100,488
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.29%
Original Mortgage
$122,220
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2010
Sold by
Haver Karen L
Bought by
Haver Steven J and Haver Karen L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2001
Sold by
Chaffe Mark C and Chaffe Jennifer P
Bought by
Meyers Karen L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,390
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glick Ephraim Z | $126,000 | Regal Abstract Lancaster | |
| Haver Steven J | -- | None Available | |
| Meyers Karen L | $64,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Glick Ephraim Z | $105,000 | |
| Closed | Glick Ephraim Z | $122,220 | |
| Previous Owner | Haver Steven J | $21,251 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyers Karen L | $64,390 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2018 11/09/18 | Sold | $126,000 | -6.7% | $56 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2018 10/09/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/14/2018 09/14/18 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $60 / 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 | $1,732 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2024 | $2,833 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2023 | $2,789 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2022 | $2,789 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2021 | $2,789 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2020 | $2,761 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2019 | $2,761 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2018 | $2,761 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2017 | $2,743 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2016 | $1,567 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2015 | $1,567 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
| 2014 | $1,442 | $63,800 | $10,800 | $53,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sean Devine
Seller's Agent in 2018
Sean Devine
Sands & Company Real Estate
(610) 451-0774
45 Total Sales
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d
Buyer's Agent in 2018
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Non Subscribing Office
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004251230
APN: 14-5307-58-64-5723
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