224 Laurel Ave Reading, PA 19606
Estimated payment $1,612/month
Total Views
6,371
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,439
Sq Ft
$198
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- No HOA
- Patio
About This Home
This quaint stone Cape Cod is nestled in a tree shaded hillside in Mt Penn. Enjoy summer relaxing on the rear patio or under the covered gazebo style deck. Indoors, the living room features authentic hardwood floors and a stone fireplace. First floor bedroom also has hardwood floors and a unique blanket closet. There is a convenient first floor full bathroom. The large eat-in kitchen has vintage wood cabinets and a hand painted scene of Carsonia Park. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, one with quarter circle windows and hardwood floors, and another with an area with shelving perfect for books or collectibles. An additional full bath is on this upper level. The windows on the first floor were replaced in 2015, furnace was installed in 2012, CA compressor was replaced in 2020,a new garage door was installed in 2016, water heater was replaced in 2007. The chimney was just cleaned in June. New smoke and CO detectors
have also just been installed. You will fall in love with this charming storybook Cape Cod home!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $450
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 72.01x170.23x72.01x143.14
- Property is zoned R2, Low Density Residential
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,439 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Stone Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9887
- Assessor Parcel Number 64-5316-08-78-9887
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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 | $450 | -- | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $450 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2023 | $5,989 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2022 | $5,588 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2021 | $5,588 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2020 | $5,300 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2019 | $5,170 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2018 | $195 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2017 | $4,881 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2016 | $185 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2015 | $185 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
| 2014 | $217 | $89,300 | $37,200 | $52,100 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $198 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $98,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $110,474 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $53,128 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $31,127 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $14,807 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2059348
APN: 64-5316-08-78-9887
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