$220,000
SOLD SEP 30, 2025

228 Beverly Place Reading, PA 19611

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,075 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$205 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Wood Flooring
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • 5-minute walk to Brookline Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

Well maintained brick Cape Cod on the outskirts of the City of Reading near the museum, Reading Hospital and the West Reading entertainment district. The main level offers a spacious living room with hardwood floor, a new modern 19 handle kitchen with granite countertops, gas cooking, dishwasher, double sink, refrigerator, 2 bedrooms, a full bath with ceramic tiled floor and walls. Level 2 has the 3rd bedroom plus and insulated, unfinished room that could be the 4th bedroom. The lower level unfinished, walkout basement provides an additional 713 sqft of potential future living space. Mechanicals and updates include a new architectural shingle roof in 2015, gas forced air heat, gas water heater, 100 AMP breakers and front loading washer & dryer remaining. For outdoor enjoyment there's a large rear yard with a nice covered patio. Ultra convenient location near major roads, shopping, schools and medical. Priced for a quick sale!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jose Candelaria

(610) 207-8066 jcandelaria@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L Listed on: 08/14/2025

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Candelaria

(610) 207-8066 jcandelaria@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L Listed on: 08/14/2025

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R-3

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,075 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2137
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-5306-62-23-2137

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,957

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, 3 A/C's
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Storage Room, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1075
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1075
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 204.65
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1075
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Satellite Dish, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: 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: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground
  • Water Source: Public

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
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5227.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Roof
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R-3

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1176.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2957.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-5306-62-23-2137
  • Tax Lot: 2137
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2012
Closed on
Aug 19, 2013
Sold by
Buchter Leon R and Buchter Catharine R
Bought by
Allen Alice
Seller's Agent
Randy Corcoran
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$60,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-24.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.55%
Original Mortgage
$58,913
Outstanding Balance
$43,671
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$182,203
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $60,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $58,913 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Sold $220,000 0.0% $205 / Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2025 08/14/25 For Sale $220,000 +266.7% $205 / Sq Ft
08/19/2013 08/19/13 Sold $60,000 -13.0% $56 / Sq Ft
06/18/2013 06/18/13 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2013 03/28/13 Price Changed $69,000 -13.6% $64 / Sq Ft
10/24/2012 10/24/12 For Sale $79,900 +33.2% $74 / Sq Ft
10/20/2012 10/20/12 Off Market $60,000 -- --
07/27/2012 07/27/12 Price Changed $79,900 -11.1% $74 / Sq Ft
04/19/2012 04/19/12 For Sale $89,900 -- $84 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,781 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2024 $2,913 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2023 $2,868 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2022 $2,868 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2021 $2,868 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2020 $2,839 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2019 $2,839 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2018 $2,839 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2017 $2,820 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2016 $1,611 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2015 $1,611 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
2014 $1,483 $65,600 $25,800 $39,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2061472

Bright MLS

APN: 18-5306-62-23-2137