$166,500
SOLD AUG 28, 2020
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,680 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$99 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Exeter Township Senior High School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2020

251 Elm St is a three-bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome located in the Exeter Township School District! The Penns Grant community is conveniently located within minutes of local shopping and restaurants. Happy Landings Community Park is also within walking distance. This home offers over 1,600 sq. feet of living space with plenty off-street parking which includes a one car garage. On the main level of the home you will find the kitchen and dining areas. There is also a spacious living room that leads to a deck that makes for great outdoor entertaining space during the warmer months. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with a private bathroom. There are two other bedrooms that share the second full hallway bath. The basement is finished and provides access to the garage and backyard. Also, no monthly HOA fees in this community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samuel Padovani

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS320171

RE/MAX Of Reading

Co-Listed By

Matt Wolf

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS271731

Last Buyer's Agent

JODIE ZUBER

Realty Mark Associates

Realty Mark Associates

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,912

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 119x21
  • Northwest Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6390
  • Assessor Parcel Number 81-5326-11-65-6390

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Penns Grant Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,912

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal property
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: 251 Elm St is a three-bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome located in the Exeter Township School District! The Penns Grant community is conveniently located within minutes of local shopping and restaurants. Happy Landings Community Park is also within walking distance. This home offers over 1,600 sq. feet of living space with plenty off-street parking which includes a one car garage. On the main level of the home you will find the kitchen and dining areas. There is also a spacious living room that leads to a deck that makes for great outdoor entertaining space during the warmer months. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with a private bathroom. There are two other bedrooms that share the second full hallway bath. The basement is finished and provides access to the garage and backyard. Also, no monthly HOA fees in this community!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl, Partially Carpeted, Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Tub Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Garage Access, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1680
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1680
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 118.46
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1392
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 288
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 288
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 251

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Built In, Garage - Rear Entry, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: EXETER TOWNSHIP
  • School District Key: 300200397319
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 69800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 10400.00
  • Land Use Code: 111
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 119x21
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2614.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1576905
  • School Tax: 2695.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3912.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 81-5326-11-65-6390
  • Tax Lot: 6390
  • Tax Page Number: 59
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 08/28/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EXETER TOWNSHIP

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2020
Closed on
Aug 19, 2020
Sold by
Batson Dean and Batson Katherine
Bought by
Bracken Alec Michael
Seller's Agent
Samuel Padovani
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
JODIE ZUBER
Realty Mark Associates
List Price
$164,900
Sold Price
$166,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,600
0.97%
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$256,914

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,414
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.65%
Original Mortgage
$161,505
Outstanding Balance
$144,943
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$111,971

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2008
Sold by
Citibank Na
Bought by
Batson Dean and Batson Katherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2008
Sold by
Fitzpatrick Victoria L
Bought by
Citibank Na

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2006
Sold by
Heyer Donald J
Bought by
Fitzpatrick Victoria L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2004
Sold by
Hud and Griffith Regina
Bought by
Heyer Donald J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2004
Sold by
Aurora Loan Services
Bought by
Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2003
Sold by
Baxter Kelly L
Bought by
Aurora Loan Services Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2001
Sold by
Elliott John E and Elliott Terri L
Bought by
Baxter Kelly L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,790
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA

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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 $166,500 Stewart Abstract Of Berks Cn
Deed $130,000 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $1,900 None Available
Deed $150,000 None Available
Deed $85,450 --
Corporate Deed -- --
Sheriffs Deed $1,161 --
Deed $90,500 Conestoga Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $161,505 New Conventional
Previous Owner $477,600 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $96,455 New Conventional
Previous Owner $477,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $104,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $30,000 FHA
Previous Owner $120,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $116,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $89,790 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2020 08/28/20 Sold $166,500 0.0% $99 / Sq Ft
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Off Market $166,500 -- --
07/13/2020 07/13/20 For Sale $164,900 -- $98 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,401 $81,400 $10,400 $71,000
2024 $4,171 $81,400 $10,400 $71,000
2023 $4,014 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2022 $3,959 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2021 $3,912 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2020 $3,872 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2019 $3,783 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2018 $3,763 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2017 $3,708 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2016 $1,124 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2015 $1,101 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
2014 $1,051 $80,200 $10,400 $69,800
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK360606

Bright MLS

APN: 81-5326-11-65-6390