229 Reading Ave Reading, PA 19607
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,910
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Deck
- No HOA
- Patio
About This Home
As of August 2024Move in Ready Stone Cape Cod in Governor Mifflin School District; features a living room w/ stone fireplace (gas), formal dining room, 1/2 bath, hardwood floors, kitchen with granite counter tops, master bedroom addition w/ full bath on main floor (currently being used as a family room), 2 additional bedroom and a full bath upstairs, finished room in LL, replacement windows and private yard.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks License #RS286148 Listed on: 05/14/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,528
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,910 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Stone Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Governor Mifflin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,543
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.74%
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
6.29%
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
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $339,900 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $219,900 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $59,738 | None Available | |
| Deed | $187,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $95,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $288,915 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $213,303 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $183,612 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Stand Alone Second |
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
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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Creighton Stringer
Seller's Agent in 2024
Creighton Stringer
Pagoda Realty
(484) 529-9624
8 in this area
146 Total Sales
-
Nancy Jones
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Nancy Jones
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 207-3174
4 in this area
92 Total Sales
-
Jerry Buffa
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 529-9521
146 Total Sales
-
Jodi Brick
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jodi Brick
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
(484) 678-5325
1 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
Nelson Oswald
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Nelson Oswald
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
(484) 678-5325
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002603100
APN: 77-4396-20-70-6147
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