Carly Schaffer
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 463-1363
60 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$158,000 Price
229 Elwyn Ave Reading, PA 19608
Sinking Spring AreaEstimated Value: $202,000 - $300,296
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,171
Sq Ft
$230/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Garage
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Attic
- Wilson High School Rated A-
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Fireplace
About This Home
As of May 2024This quality built all- brick home with a first floor Owner’s bedroom, a covered front porch perfect for sitting on summer evenings, a nicely landscaped front yard, and Pella windows is ready for it’s next owner. This home offers an incredible opportunity for increasing value as it’s unfinished second floor is waiting for someone to realize it’s full potential. This home features a spacious kitchen with built -in oven and cooktop, hot water baseboard heat AND a propane stove in the LR for extra comfort. The attached one care garage is oversized and features a 10’ wide door. There is a shed in the rear yard with a garage door that can hold another car and/or be used as a storage shed. If you’re looking for one-floor living with expansion potential, don’t miss this unique home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 898-1441 frontdesk1110@kw.com Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS353512 Listed on: 05/17/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
(215) 376-4444 bsmith@realtymarkus.com Realty Mark Associates License #RS301073
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,003
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 9,147 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Garage Spaces | 1 Direct Access and 1 Detached
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- Second Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,171 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Built-In Features
- Brick Wall or Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Built-In Oven
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Slate Flooring
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Stacked Electric Washer and Dryer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
- Water Proofing System
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Accessible Home Design
- Grab Bars
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Awning
Schools
- Wilson High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 200+ Amp Service
- Propane
- Water Treatment System
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Conditioner is Owned
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3080
- Assessor Parcel Number 79-4376-12-85-3080
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2024
Closed on
May 29, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jon Gerhart
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Renso Minaya
Realty Mark Associates
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$267,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-4.61%
Views
26
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
$1,824
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.31%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 23, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Reading, PA
-
Carly Schaffer
-
Amanda Higginbotham
Amanda Higginbotham
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 894-7379
59 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$340,000 Price
-
Daniel Ortiz
Daniel Ortiz
Real of Pennsylvania
(717) 722-4290
27 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$316,000 Price
-
Cindy Borelli
Cindy Borelli
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(484) 878-4272
55 Total Sales
4 in Sinking Spring
$210K - $350K Price Range
-
Shalani Colon
Shalani Colon
Realty One Group Alliance
(484) 878-5806
56 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$340,000 Price
-
Alison Nuttall
Alison Nuttall
United Real Estate Strive 212
(610) 890-7941
10 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$412,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $267,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2024 05/31/24 | Sold | $267,000 | -4.6% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2024 05/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/17/2024 05/17/24 | For Sale | $279,900 | -- | $239 / 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 | $2,002 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2025 | $1,939 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2024 | $5,078 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2023 | $4,913 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2022 | $4,790 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2021 | $4,605 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2020 | $4,605 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2019 | $4,535 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2018 | $4,458 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2017 | $4,390 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2016 | $1,600 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2015 | $1,568 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
| 2014 | $1,568 | $108,900 | $32,200 | $76,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jon Gerhart
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jon Gerhart
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 587-1009
17 Total Sales
-
Renso Minaya
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Renso Minaya
Realty Mark Associates
(610) 587-8673
142 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2043290
APN: 79-4376-12-85-3080
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