Nancy Downs
RE/MAX Evolved
(610) 890-5797
46 Total Sales
2 in Northwest Reading
$184K - $300K Price Range
228 Bern St Reading, PA 19601
Northwest Reading NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $154,878
4
Beds
1
Bath
1,218
Sq Ft
$127/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Porch
- 3-minute walk to Keffer Park
About This Home
As of October 2020This home has been immaculately maintained by the same family for over 70 years and exudes pride of ownership! Enter into the front door off of the covered porch into the vast living room. The home is equipped with an alarm system and has replacement windows throughout and central air. Make your way to the 26 handle, eat-in kitchen complete with double stainless sink, ceiling fan, dishwasher, electric range, and access door to covered rear porch and fenced-in backyard. The second floor offers two spacious bedrooms, a walk-in hallway closet, and a full bath with shower/tub. An access door from one of the bedrooms leads you to a second story, covered balcony facing the rear of the property. The third floor offers two additional sizeable bedrooms with carpeting and one with ceiling fan. The unfinished basement houses the laundry hookups and the new gas hot water heater installed in 2017. New roof installed in 2015. Call today to schedule your private showing of this incredibly well-maintained home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 985-0224 daryl@daryltillman.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RS302939 Listed on: 09/10/2020
Co-Listed By
(610) 985-0224 Lisa@daryltillman.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RM425248
Last Buyer's Agent
(610) 985-0224 ybaret@goberkscounty.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RS339072
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,411
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,218 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5965
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-26-69-5965
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2020
Closed on
Oct 30, 2020
Sold by
Bradbury Joan Ann
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Daryl Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Yohanny Baret
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
List Price
$54,900
Sold Price
$63,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
14.75%
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
$91,878
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.41%
Original Mortgage
$59,850
Outstanding Balance
$51,904
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$102,974
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 12, 1995
Bought by
Bittle Lillian I and Bradbury Joan An
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $63,000 | Stewart Abstract | ||
| Bittle Lillian I | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $59,850 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2020 10/30/20 | Sold | $63,000 | -2.9% | $52 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2020 09/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2020 09/10/20 | Price Changed | $64,900 | +18.2% | $53 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2020 09/10/20 | For Sale | $54,900 | -- | $45 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $920 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2025 | $885 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2024 | $1,448 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2023 | $1,425 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2022 | $1,425 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2021 | $1,425 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2020 | $1,411 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2019 | $1,411 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2018 | $1,411 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2017 | $1,402 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2016 | $801 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2015 | $801 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
| 2014 | $737 | $32,600 | $12,000 | $20,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Daryl Tillman
Seller's Agent in 2020
Daryl Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
(484) 336-7758
1 in this area
305 Total Sales
-
Lisa Tillman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Lisa Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
(610) 850-3513
59 Total Sales
-
Yohanny Baret
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Yohanny Baret
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
(484) 755-9406
4 in this area
124 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK363776
APN: 14-5307-26-69-5965
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