NOT LISTED FOR SALE

249 W Elm St Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $224,000 - $270,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,470 Sq Ft
$169/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2014

Last sale price $135,000 $92 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,417/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of February 2014

BACK ON MARKET DUE TO MORTGAGE ISSUE - Move-in ready twin just off Museum Rd. Corner lot with large 24x14 deck (patio furniture remains), 2 car garage, off-street parking, paver patio walkway. Attractive kitchen recently updated includes tile floors & back splash, cherry cabinetry, appliance garage, Corian counters-- All appliances in kitchen remain. Kitchen is "eat in" w/small table or there's room for an island. Open formal dining/living room space w/hardwood floors is great for entertaining. Upper level features updated bath with tile floors, marble vanity top & tub surround, glass tiles, skylight. Master bedroom offers a wall of closets including a custom shoe closet plus two additional bedrooms, all w/ceiling fans. Finished basement currently being used as a work-out space and could also be a great playroom or den. Newer full bath in lower level offers tile floors, single bowl vanity & shower for added convenience. Lower level laundry. Energy efficient boiler w/average heat costs at $115/mo over last 3 years. Replacement windows. Quiet neighborhood. Must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Greiss

(484) 680-1517 kgreiss@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 10/13/2013

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Daryl Tillman

(484) 336-7758 daryl@daryltillman.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RS302939

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,873

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 135x35
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin Middle School
  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8653
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4395-07-59-8653

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,873

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Washer/Dryer*
  • Inclusions: Microwave, D/W, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Patio Furniture, 3 Window Ac
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: BACK ON MARKET DUE TO MORTGAGE ISSUE - Move-in ready twin just off Museum Rd. Corner lot with large 24x14 deck (patio furniture remains), 2 car garage, off-street parking, paver patio walkway. Attractive kitchen recently updated includes tile floors & back splash, cherry cabinetry, appliance garage, Corian counters-- All appliances in kitchen remain. Kitchen is "eat in" w/small table or there's room for an island. Open formal dining/living room space w/hardwood floors is great for entertaining. Upper level features updated bath with tile floors, marble vanity top & tub surround, glass tiles, skylight. Master bedroom offers a wall of closets including a custom shoe closet plus two additional bedrooms, all w/ceiling fans. Finished basement currently being used as a work-out space and could also be a great playroom or den. Newer full bath in lower level offers tile floors, single bowl vanity & shower for added convenience. Lower level laundry. Energy efficient boiler w/average heat costs at $115/mo over last 3 years. Replacement windows. Quiet neighborhood. Must see!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1470
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1470
  • Net Sq Ft: 1120.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 124.91
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1120
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 249

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Security: Security System
  • 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
  • Middle School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • Middle Or Junior School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 45700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 30800.00
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 135X35
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1563406
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2873.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4395-07-59-8653
  • Tax Lot: 8653
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 02/28/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2022
Sold by
Hopgood Jared A
Bought by
Wentzel Courtney Ella
Current Estimated Value
$247,746

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,450
Outstanding Balance
$170,477
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$77,269

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2013
Closed on
Feb 28, 2014
Sold by
Eisenhut Kevin A and Waradzin Michelle L
Bought by
Hopgood Jared A and Kelly Erica L
Seller's Agent
Kathy Greiss
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Daryl Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Original Mortgage
$132,554
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2004
Sold by
Watson Kevin S and Watson Heather F
Bought by
Eisenhut Kevin A and Waradzin Michelle L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,200
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2001
Sold by
Carman Janice
Bought by
Watson Kevin S and Watson Heather F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,755
Interest Rate
7.14%
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
Wentzel Courtney Ella $185,000 None Listed On Document
Hopgood Jared A $135,000 None Available
Eisenhut Kevin A $101,500 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Watson Kevin S $82,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wentzel Courtney Ella $179,450
Previous Owner Hopgood Jared A $132,554
Previous Owner Eisenhut Kevin A $81,200
Previous Owner Watson Kevin S $78,755
Closed Eisenhut Kevin A $15,225
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2014 02/28/14 Sold $135,000 -3.5% $92 / Sq Ft
01/30/2014 01/30/14 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2013 12/12/13 For Sale $139,900 +3.6% $95 / Sq Ft
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Off Market $135,000 -- --
10/13/2013 10/13/13 Price Changed $139,900 -22.2% $95 / Sq Ft
10/13/2013 10/13/13 For Sale $179,900 -- $122 / 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 $1,236 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2024 $3,487 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2023 $3,396 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2022 $3,358 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2021 $3,320 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2020 $3,320 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2019 $3,282 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2018 $3,243 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2017 $3,183 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2016 $1,088 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2015 $1,088 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
2014 $994 $76,500 $30,800 $45,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003617754

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4395-07-59-8653