$120,000
SOLD MAY 27, 2016

234 E Elm St Reading, PA 19607

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,316 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$91 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of October 2024

Nice 2 story home with fenced in rear yard, 3 car detached garage in Governor Mifflin schools. Your sure to enjoy the covered front porch leading into spacious living room with hardwood floors and brick fireplace. The dining room is bright with natural sunlight and hardwoods floors. The kitchen is off to the left and offers plenty of cabinet and counter space. The second floor has 4 nice sized bedrooms and a full bath. There is also a floored attic. The basement is full and has an outside entrance. Call listing agent for additional addendum before writing an offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Buck

(484) 645-3482 GaryMBuck@Gmail.com Buck Realty Group License #RM425550 Listed on: 10/05/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Buck

(484) 645-3482 GaryMBuck@Gmail.com Buck Realty Group License #RM425550 Listed on: 10/05/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Detached Carport Space

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,316 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9608
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4395-08-79-9608

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: Nice 2 story home with fenced in rear yard, 3 car detached garage in Governor Mifflin schools. Your sure to enjoy the covered front porch leading into spacious living room with hardwood floors and brick fireplace. The dining room is bright with natural sunlight and hardwoods floors. The kitchen is off to the left and offers plenty of cabinet and counter space. The second floor has 4 nice sized bedrooms and a full bath. There is also a floored attic. The basement is full and has an outside entrance. Call listing agent for additional addendum before writing an offer.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1316
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1316
  • Net Sq Ft: 1316.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 100.30
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1316
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 234

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Number Of Detached Carport Spaces: 1
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Detached Carport

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 40900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 36000.00
  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7841.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1564035
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3162.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4395-08-79-9608
  • Tax Lot: 9608
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 05/27/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2024
Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Burr James and Burr Patricia Forbes
Bought by
Edwards Stephanie E
Seller's Agent
Jason Miller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Austin Cerankowski
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.7%
Views
66
Current Estimated Value
$314,548

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,548
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.20%
Original Mortgage
$285,408
Outstanding Balance
$282,408
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$32,140

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2015
Closed on
May 5, 2016
Sold by
Citizens Bank Of Pennsylvania
Bought by
Forbes Burr James and Forbes Burr Patricia
Seller's Agent
Gary Buck
Buck Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Gary Buck
Buck Realty Group
List Price
$132,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.77%
Original Mortgage
$96,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2015
Sold by
Austin Patrick R and Austin Patricia A
Bought by
Citizens Bank Of Pennsylvania

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 1996
Bought by
Austin Patrick R and Austin Patricia A
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 $305,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $120,000 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $2,300 None Available
Deed $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $285,408 FHA
Previous Owner $96,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/10/2024 10/10/24 Sold $305,000 +1.7% $232 / Sq Ft
09/09/2024 09/09/24 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2024 09/05/24 For Sale $299,900 +149.9% $228 / Sq Ft
05/27/2016 05/27/16 Sold $120,000 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Off Market $120,000 -- --
04/12/2016 04/12/16 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2016 04/11/16 For Sale $132,000 +10.0% $100 / Sq Ft
03/06/2016 03/06/16 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2016 03/04/16 Off Market $120,000 -- --
02/05/2016 02/05/16 Price Changed $132,000 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
02/05/2016 02/05/16 For Sale $132,000 +10.0% $100 / Sq Ft
02/04/2016 02/04/16 Off Market $120,000 -- --
01/04/2016 01/04/16 For Sale $142,900 +19.1% $109 / Sq Ft
01/03/2016 01/03/16 Off Market $120,000 -- --
10/05/2015 10/05/15 For Sale $142,900 -- $109 / 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 $1,242 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2024 $3,505 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2023 $3,414 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2022 $3,376 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2021 $3,337 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2020 $3,337 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2019 $3,299 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2018 $3,260 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2017 $3,200 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2016 $1,094 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2015 $1,094 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
2014 $999 $76,900 $36,000 $40,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002712130

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4395-08-79-9608