NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 Constitution Ave Reading, PA 19606

Exeter Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $396,425 - $448,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,268 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 16, 2019

Last sale price $240,000 $106 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,471/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Exeter Township Senior High School Rated A-
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Porch

About This Home

As of December 2019

This well cared for home is located in a highly desirable Exeter Township development. The home boasts three nicely sized bedrooms and plenty of extra living space between the living room, family room, and a large finished walkout basement. The sellers have recently installed a new high efficiency heating unit, new central air unit and have replaced the roof with architectural shingles. There is a large deck for entertaining that provides a great view of a neighboring tree filled hilltop. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space along with an island and attached dining area. This house is ready for you to move right in.

Last Listed By

Stanley Backenstoss

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS324998 Listed on: 10/24/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,742

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,268 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Colony Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5541
  • Assessor Parcel Number 43-5336-14-22-5541

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,742

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Remarks Public: This well cared for home is located in a highly desirable Exeter Township development. The home boasts three nicely sized bedrooms and plenty of extra living space between the living room, family room, and a large finished walkout basement. The sellers have recently installed a new high efficiency heating unit, new central air unit and have replaced the roof with architectural shingles. There is a large deck for entertaining that provides a great view of a neighboring tree filled hilltop. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space along with an island and attached dining area. This house is ready for you to move right in.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 2268
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2268
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 105.78
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2268
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

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
  • Roof: Architectural 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 220 Volts
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Phone
  • 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

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 85300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 44500.00
  • Land Use Code: 111
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11761.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1510974
  • School Tax: 4298.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5742.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 43-5336-14-22-5541
  • Tax Lot: 5541
  • Tax Page Number: 46
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2268
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 12/16/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: EXETER TOWNSHIP

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2019
Closed on
Dec 16, 2019
Sold by
Follweiler Max and Follweiler Erin
Bought by
Audette Jonathan A
Seller's Agent
Stanley Backenstoss
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Walley
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$415,856

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$175,856
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.65%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Outstanding Balance
$203,589
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$211,811

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2016
Closed on
May 13, 2016
Sold by
Hall Gail A and Ring Gail A
Bought by
Follweiler Max and Follweiler Erin
Seller's Agent
Kylie Walbert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Stanley Backenstoss
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.81%
Original Mortgage
$220,924
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2013
Sold by
Hall Joseph C and Hall Gail A
Bought by
Hall Gail A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,233
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2007
Sold by
Cambria Dennis S and Cambria Angela M
Bought by
Hall Joseph C and Hall Gail A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,385
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2001
Sold by
Wingco Development Corp
Bought by
Cambria Dennis S and Cambria Angela M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,912
Interest Rate
6.9%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Audette Jonathan A $240,000 Signature Abstract
Follweiler Max $225,000 None Available
Hall Gail A -- None Available
Hall Joseph C $235,900 None Available
Cambria Dennis S $134,890 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Audette Jonathan A $228,000
Previous Owner Follweiler Max $220,924
Previous Owner Hall Gail A $208,233
Previous Owner Hall Joseph C $35,385
Previous Owner Hall Joseph C $188,720
Previous Owner Cambria Dennis S $61,860
Previous Owner Cambria Dennis S $107,912
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/16/2019 12/16/19 Sold $240,000 0.0% $106 / Sq Ft
10/31/2019 10/31/19 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2019 10/24/19 For Sale $239,900 +6.6% $106 / Sq Ft
05/13/2016 05/13/16 Sold $225,000 +2.3% $99 / Sq Ft
03/09/2016 03/09/16 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2016 01/28/16 For Sale $219,900 -- $97 / 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 $1,978 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2024 $6,164 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2023 $5,963 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2022 $5,896 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2021 $5,807 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2020 $5,742 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2019 $5,679 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2018 $5,662 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2017 $5,580 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2016 $1,394 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2015 $1,394 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
2014 $1,346 $129,800 $44,500 $85,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stanley Backenstoss

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Stanley Backenstoss

    RE/MAX of Reading

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  • Daniel Walley

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Daniel Walley

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 685-3506

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  • Kylie Walbert

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Kylie Walbert

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 334-0261

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK349842

Bright MLS

APN: 43-5336-14-22-5541

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 Exeter

253 Constitution Ave, Reading, PA

Homes for Sale in Reading, PA

This home is located at 253 Constitution Ave, Reading, PA 19606 since 24 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $415,856, approximately $183 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 253 Constitution Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Owatin Creek Elementary School, Exeter Township Junior High School, and Exeter Township Senior High School.

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