Seller's Agent in 2020
Loretta Leibert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
(215) 514-4872
7 in this area
493 Total Sales
241 Melrose Ave Reading, PA 19606
Estimated Value: $159,000 - $194,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,192
Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of April 2020Move right in to this well maintained 1.5 story, 2 bedroom home located on a flat, corner lot. This great home features a spacious living room with newer Pergo flooring, crown molding, and ceiling fan. The kitchen has lots of cabinets, brand new stainless steel range and hood, tile flooring, and a pretty tile backsplash, as well as plenty of storage in the hallway closets off the kitchen. You will also find a formal dining room which will easily accommodate mealtime. At the back of the home is a sitting room, with available laundry hook-up, leading into the first floor bedroom with its own remodeled powder room and ample closet space. An upgraded full bathroom with new flooring, new toilet, and new vanity completes the first floor. The second floor has additional storage and a nice sized, freshly painted second bedroom. You will also find a nicely sized yard and off-street parking. So call today for your private showing!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks License #AB067626 Listed on: 06/21/2019
Co-Listed By
Sandra Plenderleith
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,192 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5078
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-5327-14-33-5078
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 21, 2019
Closed on
Apr 24, 2020
Sold by
Mercadante Rita M
Bought by
Caral Christopher
Seller's Agent
Loretta Leibert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Paul Melniczek
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$127,000
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-21.26%
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
$74,545
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.57%
Original Mortgage
$98,188
Outstanding Balance
$89,149
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$81,349
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2017
Sold by
Gibbons David L and Gibbons Phyllis P
Bought by
Mercadante Rita M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2003
Sold by
Gibbons David I
Bought by
Gibbons David I and Gibbons Phyllis P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
5.59%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caral Christopher | $100,000 | Regal Abstract | |
| Mercadante Rita M | $60,000 | None Available | |
| Gibbons David I | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Caral Christopher | $8,403 | |
| Closed | Caral Christopher | $8,762 | |
| Closed | Caral Chistopher | $3,268 | |
| Open | Caral Christopher | $98,188 | |
| Previous Owner | Gibbons David I | $35,507 | |
| Previous Owner | Gibbons David I | $34,122 | |
| Previous Owner | Gibbons David I | $60,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2020 04/24/20 | Sold | $100,000 | -9.1% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2020 02/28/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/10/2020 01/10/20 | Price Changed | $110,000 | -4.3% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2019 09/12/19 | Price Changed | $114,900 | -4.3% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2019 08/07/19 | Price Changed | $120,000 | -5.5% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2019 06/21/19 | For Sale | $127,000 | -- | $107 / 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 | $1,000 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2024 | $2,938 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2023 | $2,839 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2022 | $2,749 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2021 | $2,692 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2020 | $2,617 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2019 | $2,535 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2018 | $2,508 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2017 | $2,434 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2016 | $679 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2015 | $679 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
| 2014 | $645 | $45,200 | $19,500 | $25,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Sandra Plenderleith
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Paul Melniczek
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 763-4459
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK343618
APN: 23-5327-14-33-5078
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