NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 Reading Ave Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $299,701 - $373,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,910 Sq Ft
$179/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2024

Last sale price $339,900 $178 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,927/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2024

Open House cancelled, under contract as of 7/10. Charming is an understatement for this stone, Shillington single. Looks are deceiving. Nearly 2000 sq feet of living space. Main floor addition offers a primary bedroom suite with ensuite full bath along with a den/study/bar and access to one of the decks. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout most of the home. Deep window sills add character. 2nd floor offers two spacious bedrooms and an updated full bath. You are going to fall in love with the back yard. Fully fenced with a newer vinyl privacy fence. Flat yard. 2 composite decks. Simply gorgeous and perfect for entertaining. Small section of the basement is finished. This is not a drive-by. Must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Creighton Stringer

(484) 529-9624 crstringer@msn.com Pagoda Realty License #RM425777 Listed on: 07/05/2024

Pagoda Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Jones

(610) 207-3174 njones@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS206634L

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,973

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 5,662 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,910 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Drain
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6147
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4396-20-70-6147

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,973

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-07-05
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Remarks Public: Open House cancelled, under contract as of 7/10. Charming is an understatement for this stone, Shillington single. Looks are deceiving. Nearly 2000 sq feet of living space. Main floor addition offers a primary bedroom suite with ensuite full bath along with a den/study/bar and access to one of the decks. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout most of the home. Deep window sills add character. 2nd floor offers two spacious bedrooms and an updated full bath. You are going to fall in love with the back yard. Fully fenced with a newer vinyl privacy fence. Flat yard. 2 composite decks. Simply gorgeous and perfect for entertaining. Small section of the basement is finished. This is not a drive-by. Must see.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Basement
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Drain, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1910
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1910
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 177.96
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1910
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 229

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Rubber, Shingle
  • 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: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Privacy, Vinyl
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5662.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2664.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3973.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4396-20-70-6147
  • Tax Lot: 6147
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1910
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 08/30/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2024
Closed on
Aug 30, 2024
Sold by
Nelson Andrew Robert and Nelson Casey M
Bought by
Hawkins Kyle
Seller's Agent
Creighton Stringer
Pagoda Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Jones
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$339,900
Sold Price
$339,900
Views
332
Current Estimated Value
$342,425

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,525
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.69%
Original Mortgage
$288,915
Outstanding Balance
$286,117
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$56,308

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2019
Closed on
Jul 31, 2019
Sold by
Heinly Tiffany C
Bought by
Nelson Andrew Robert and Nelson Casey Marie
Seller's Agent
Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Creighton Stringer
Pagoda Realty
List Price
$226,500
Sold Price
$219,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,600
-2.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.93%
Original Mortgage
$213,303
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2017
Sold by
Taylor Jennifer L and Heinly Tiffany C
Bought by
Heinly Tiffany C

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2015
Closed on
Oct 2, 2015
Sold by
Ostrowski Frederick E and Ostrowski Sharon L
Bought by
Taylor Jennifer L and Heinly Tiffany C
Seller's Agent
Jodi Brick
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$187,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.06%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.24%
Original Mortgage
$183,612
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1995
Bought by
Ostrowski Frederick E and Ostrowski Sharon L
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hawkins Kyle $339,900 None Listed On Document
Nelson Andrew Robert $219,900 None Available
Heinly Tiffany C $59,738 None Available
Taylor Jennifer L $187,000 None Available
Ostrowski Frederick E $95,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hawkins Kyle $288,915
Previous Owner Nelson Andrew Robert $213,303
Previous Owner Taylor Jennifer L $183,612
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Sold $339,900 0.0% $178 / Sq Ft
07/09/2024 07/09/24 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2024 07/05/24 For Sale $339,900 +54.6% $178 / Sq Ft
07/31/2019 07/31/19 Sold $219,900 0.0% $115 / Sq Ft
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Off Market $219,900 -- --
06/06/2019 06/06/19 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Price Changed $219,900 -2.9% $115 / Sq Ft
05/03/2019 05/03/19 Price Changed $226,500 -1.3% $119 / Sq Ft
04/29/2019 04/29/19 Price Changed $229,500 +1.3% $120 / Sq Ft
04/29/2019 04/29/19 For Sale $226,500 +21.1% $119 / Sq Ft
10/02/2015 10/02/15 Sold $187,000 +1.1% $98 / Sq Ft
07/25/2015 07/25/15 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2015 07/16/15 Price Changed $185,000 -2.1% $97 / Sq Ft
05/14/2015 05/14/15 For Sale $189,000 -- $99 / 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 $1,430 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2024 $4,034 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2023 $3,929 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2022 $3,885 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2021 $3,841 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2020 $3,841 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2019 $3,796 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2018 $3,752 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2017 $3,683 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2016 $1,259 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2015 $1,259 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
2014 $1,150 $88,500 $32,300 $56,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2045356

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4396-20-70-6147