$254,900
SOLD FEB 5, 2025

2219 Penn Ave Reading, PA 19609

5 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,941 Sq Ft
3,484 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$131 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Wilson West Middle School Rated 9+
  • Attic
  • 4-minute walk to West Lawn Playground

About This Home

As of February 2025

Grand Wilson Schools brick semi-detached home with space for everyone and everything! Absolutely the best dollar per square foot deal on the market in the hottest, most on sought after and highly acclaimed school district in the county. With over 1900 SQFT of finished living space, this just rehabbed beauty features 5 BRS, 1 large full bath with new luxury vinyl plank flooring "LVP," a very convenient laundry/half bath combo on the main level with new LVP flooring, a spacious 18 handle eat-in kitchen with new Corian countertops, ceramic tiled backsplash, gas cooking, pantry, built-in dishwasher, double sink and new LVP flooring. The living and dining rooms also have new LVP flooring. There's also new carpeting throughout the 2nd & 3rd levels and stairs. The basement is large, clean, dry and freshly painted and has an exit to the rear yard. For outdoor enjoyment there's a covered front porch, covered rear patio, large fenced rear yard, side & front yard. For the car enthusiast or hobbyist there's a fantastic, large nearly 700 SQFT, 2 story, 2 car garage with automatic opener and newer aluminum double door with paved access from the rear alley. Recent updates include newer rubber roofs, newer architectural mansard roofs, double pane replacement windows, Weil McLain gas boiler, newer gas water heater in December 2018, 100 AMP electrical breaker panel and a water softener. There's also a bonus room off the rear 2nd floor BR with an outside access to a potential future balcony. This turn-key home is in move in condition, ready for immediate occupancy and ultra conveniently located to schools, shopping, medical facilities, restaurants, major roads with just a short drive into West Reading & Wyomissing and all the activities and attractions they have to offer. The property is located within the PHC - Planned Highway Commercial Zoning District and its current approved use is residential. Please check with the township for approval if you're interested in using it as a commercial property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jose Candelaria

(610) 670-2770 info@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L Listed on: 08/09/2024

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Candelaria

(610) 670-2770 info@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L Listed on: 08/09/2024

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,049

Year Built

  • Built in 1930 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 3,484 Sq Ft Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 1,941 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Unfinished Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drain

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8030
  • Assessor Parcel Number 80-4386-12-97-8030

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,049

Year Built

Built in 1930 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Range/Oven, Dishwasher
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2024-08-09
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Renovated: 2024
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Replacement, Screens, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bonus Room, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Drain, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1941
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1941
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 131.32
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1941
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Asbestos
  • Roof: Rubber, Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Front Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3484.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2126.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3049.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 80-4386-12-97-8030
  • Tax Lot: 8030
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2024
Sold by
Equity Trust Company and Jean Gail Freymoyer
Bought by
Sanchez Bradley Emille Raivi and Feliz Larriset Segura
Current Estimated Value
$273,999

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$242,150
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2024
Sold by
Frei Hildegard S
Bought by
Equity Trust and Fremoyer
Seller's Agent
Dave Mattes
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.39%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $254,900 Signature Abstract
Deed $175,000 Signature Abstract
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $242,150 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/05/2025 02/05/25 Sold $254,900 0.0% $131 / Sq Ft
10/08/2024 10/08/24 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2024 09/26/24 Price Changed $254,900 -1.9% $131 / Sq Ft
09/08/2024 09/08/24 Price Changed $259,900 0.0% $134 / Sq Ft
09/08/2024 09/08/24 For Sale $259,900 -5.5% $134 / Sq Ft
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Price Changed $275,000 +1.9% $142 / Sq Ft
09/02/2024 09/02/24 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2024 08/19/24 Price Changed $269,900 -1.9% $139 / Sq Ft
08/09/2024 08/09/24 For Sale $275,000 +57.1% $142 / Sq Ft
04/30/2024 04/30/24 Sold $175,000 0.0% $110 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/25/2024 03/25/24 For Sale $175,000 -- $110 / Sq Ft
03/23/2024 03/23/24 Pending -- -- --
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,430 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2024 $2,969 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2023 $2,829 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2022 $2,760 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2021 $2,663 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2020 $2,663 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2019 $2,587 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2018 $2,565 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2017 $2,521 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2016 $1,006 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2015 $986 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
2014 $986 $69,400 $25,700 $43,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2046664

Bright MLS

APN: 80-4386-12-97-8030