NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2515 Penn Ave Reading, PA 19609

Estimated Value: $159,000 - $262,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,209 Sq Ft
$185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 06, 2022

Last sale price $170,000 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,248/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to Berks County Park

About This Home

As of January 2022

Be sure to see this totally renovated and updated semi-detached home in Spring Township, Wilson School District. This 3/4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is in move-in condition with new paint and floor coverings throughout. A beautiful brick, wood burning fireplace adds a cozy note to an otherwise spacious living room. The well-designed and updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and direct access to a remodeled powder room. Upstairs you will find 3 nice sized bedrooms, all with plush wall to wall carpeting and adequate closet space. The 3rd level has heat and electric and could easily be a 4th bedroom, hobby room or kids play area. Your utility bills are kept low with a new high-efficiency gas furnace, a new central A/C system and double hung replacement windows. The new Bachman roof carries a 20 year labor (55 year shingles), transferable warranty. There is a one car detached garage and off street parking for another 3 cars. Other features of this immaculate home include: 100 AMP electric service, a covered front porch, a rear deck, as well as new lighting , window treatments and siding. Washer and dryer included. There is nothing to do except move in and enjoy! Make this your next step to better living! Call today for more details and to set up your private showing. Showings start Friday, December 10th, 2021.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Tomaszewski

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS142081A Listed on: 12/10/2021

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Candelaria

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193774L

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,816

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Workshop
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Building Winterized

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3774
  • Assessor Parcel Number 80-4386-12-86-3774

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,816

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: All existing kitchen appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2021-12-10
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Be sure to see this totally renovated and updated semi-detached home in Spring Township, Wilson School District. This 3/4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is in move-in condition with new paint and floor coverings throughout. A beautiful brick, wood burning fireplace adds a cozy note to an otherwise spacious living room. The well-designed and updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and direct access to a remodeled powder room. Upstairs you will find 3 nice sized bedrooms, all with plush wall to wall carpeting and adequate closet space. The 3rd level has heat and electric and could easily be a 4th bedroom, hobby room or kids play area. Your utility bills are kept low with a new high-efficiency gas furnace, a new central A/C system and double hung replacement windows. The new Bachman roof carries a 20 year labor (55 year shingles), transferable warranty. There is a one car detached garage and off street parking for another 3 cars. Other features of this immaculate home include: 100 AMP electric service, a covered front porch, a rear deck, as well as new lighting , window treatments and siding. Washer and dryer included. There is nothing to do except move in and enjoy! Make this your next step to better living! Call today for more details and to set up your private showing. Showings start Friday, December 10th, 2021.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven - Self Cleaning, Stove, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Replacement, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Workshop, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Has Laundry
  • Total Sq Ft: 1484
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1209
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 148.80
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1209
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 275
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2515

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved, Us Highway/Interstate
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Shingle
  • View: Street
  • 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: Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street, On Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: WILSON
  • School District Key: 300200397305
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Open, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5227.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Zoning: PENN AVE MIXED USE

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1585923
  • School Tax: 1958.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2816.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 80-4386-12-86-3774
  • Tax Lot: 3774
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1209
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 01/06/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2021
Closed on
Jan 5, 2022
Sold by
Hitchens Robert L and Hitchens Carol A
Bought by
Ramirez Maria M
Seller's Agent
John Tomaszewski
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-5.5%
Current Estimated Value
$205,335

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$35,335
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2021
Sold by
Romich Nancy C
Bought by
Hitchens Robert L and Hitchens Carol A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2006
Sold by
Romich Richard W
Bought by
Romich Nancy C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Ramirez Maria M $170,000 None Listed On Document
Hitchens Robert L $40,000 Signature Abstract
Romich Nancy C $70,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hitchens Robert L $120,000
Previous Owner Romich Nancy C $55,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/06/2022 01/06/22 Sold $170,000 -5.5% $141 / Sq Ft
12/14/2021 12/14/21 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2021 12/10/21 For Sale $179,900 -- $149 / 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 $1,493 $73,100 $28,400 $44,700
2024 $3,029 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2023 $2,886 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2022 $2,816 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2021 $2,716 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2020 $2,716 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2019 $2,639 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2018 $2,617 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2017 $2,572 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2016 $876 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2015 $876 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
2014 $876 $70,800 $28,400 $42,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2007934

Bright MLS

APN: 80-4386-12-86-3774