223 S 5th St Reading, PA 19602
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,750
Sq Ft
2,178
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Patio
- Attic
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Living Room
About This Home
As of August 2021Well maintained Historic End of Row Federal Townhouse located in the Callowhill Historic District featuring original architectural details w/updated kitchen and mechanicals. Built circa 1830-1840 and filled with historic character, the home features a double living room/parlor w/two fireplaces (one gas), a sitting room/den for relaxing, dining room, and updated kitchen w/picture window of enclosed rear courtyard - Perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs you'll find four nice size bedrooms (two w/fireplaces) along w/two full baths. There is also a walk up attic. This well cared for home also features updated electric and state of the art energy saving heating system along w/hot water on demand, A truly "Must see" home. Off street parking is availbale across street.. yearly fee $250.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS141675A Listed on: 08/30/2018
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1898
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,750 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Marble Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Schools
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
- Patio
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Callowhill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9834
- Assessor Parcel Number 04-5306-27-78-9834
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 18, 2021
Closed on
Aug 10, 2021
Sold by
Truman Jennifer
Bought by
Fequiere Margaret P and Esser Dominique
Seller's Agent
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Eric Fisher
Pagoda Realty
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$157,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
1.36%
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
$108,278
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.56%
Original Mortgage
$125,600
Outstanding Balance
$115,434
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$135,991
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 30, 2018
Closed on
Dec 28, 2018
Sold by
Hathaway Mark R and Hathaway Pamela R
Bought by
Truman Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Mark Werner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$99,500
Sold Price
$92,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-7.54%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.63%
Original Mortgage
$82,800
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2017
Closed on
May 26, 2017
Sold by
Miller Marcia L
Bought by
Hathaway Mark R and Hathaway Pamela R
Seller's Agent
O. Chris Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Mark Werner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$90,000
Sold Price
$87,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-3.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.58%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $157,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $92,000 | Edge Abstract | |
| Deed | $87,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $125,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $82,800 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2021 08/10/21 | Sold | $157,000 | +1.4% | $57 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2021 06/25/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2021 06/18/21 | For Sale | $154,900 | +68.4% | $56 / Sq Ft |
| 12/28/2018 12/28/18 | Sold | $92,000 | -7.5% | $33 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2018 11/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2018 10/15/18 | For Sale | $99,500 | 0.0% | $36 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2018 09/10/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/30/2018 08/30/18 | For Sale | $99,500 | +14.4% | $36 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2017 05/26/17 | Sold | $87,000 | -3.3% | $32 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2017 03/15/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/03/2017 02/03/17 | For Sale | $90,000 | -- | $33 / 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 | $1,629 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2024 | $2,664 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2023 | $2,623 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2022 | $2,623 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2021 | $2,623 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2020 | $2,597 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2019 | $2,597 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2018 | $2,597 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2017 | $2,579 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2016 | $1,474 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2015 | $1,474 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
| 2014 | $1,356 | $60,000 | $24,700 | $35,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
(610) 507-3520
23 in this area
283 Total Sales
-
E
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Eric Fisher
Pagoda Realty
(484) 721-3361
2 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Mark Werner
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 334-9469
2 in this area
134 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
O. Chris Miller
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 603-2676
2 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002343490
APN: 04-5306-27-78-9834
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