NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2542 Reading Blvd Reading, PA 19609

West Wyomissing Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $202,000 - $233,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
840 Sq Ft
$262/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2015

Last sale price $110,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

Est. 100% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,354/month

68 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of December 2015

This is a perfect starter home located on a wide, quiet street in West Lawn. Don't let the square footage deter you. The walk up attic is an additional 600 sq. ft. with hardwood floors just waiting to be finished and small room in the basement that could be used as bedroom. Kitchen is big with door to back porch and lovely private back yard. Utilities & taxes are quite reasonable, roof, windows replaced approx. 10 yrs. ago and upgraded 200 amp electric. Come see for yourself; easy to show!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Dulin

RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 09/10/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Judith Specht

Synergy Realty Properties License #RM419722

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,649

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 840 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5166
  • Assessor Parcel Number 80-4386-12-75-5166

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,649

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrig., Washer & Dryer.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Remarks Public: This is a perfect starter home located on a wide, quiet street in West Lawn. Don't let the square footage deter you. The walk up attic is an additional 600 sq. ft. with hardwood floors just waiting to be finished and small room in the basement that could be used as bedroom. Kitchen is big with door to back porch and lovely private back yard. Utilities & taxes are quite reasonable, roof, windows replaced approx. 10 yrs. ago and upgraded 200 amp electric. Come see for yourself; easy to show!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 840
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 840
  • Net Sq Ft: 840.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 142.74
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 840
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2542

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WILSON
  • School District Key: 300200397305

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 47900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 27300.00
  • Lot Features: Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1570597
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2649.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 80-4386-12-75-5166
  • Tax Lot: 5166
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 12/15/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2015
Closed on
Dec 15, 2015
Sold by
Hafer Ida M and Hafer Brian L
Bought by
Chelius Joseph L
Seller's Agent
James Dulin
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Judith Specht
Synergy Realty Properties
List Price
$122,500
Sold Price
$110,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-10.2%
Current Estimated Value
$219,996

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,996
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.85%
Original Mortgage
$108,007
Outstanding Balance
$85,197
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$140,861
Source: Public Records

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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
Chelius Joseph L $110,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chelius Joseph L $108,007
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2015 12/15/15 Sold $110,000 -8.3% $131 / Sq Ft
11/17/2015 11/17/15 Pending -- -- --
10/26/2015 10/26/15 Price Changed $119,900 -2.1% $143 / Sq Ft
09/10/2015 09/10/15 For Sale $122,500 -- $146 / 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 $1,533 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2024 $3,217 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2023 $3,066 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2022 $2,990 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2021 $2,885 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2020 $2,885 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2019 $2,803 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2018 $2,779 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2017 $2,732 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2016 $998 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2015 $998 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
2014 $929 $75,200 $27,300 $47,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • James Dulin

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    James Dulin

    RE/MAX of Reading

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  • Judith Specht

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Judith Specht

    Synergy Realty Properties

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002694686

Bright MLS

APN: 80-4386-12-75-5166

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19609 West Wyomissing

2542 Reading Blvd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 2542 Reading Blvd, Reading, PA 19609 since 10 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $219,996, approximately $261 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 2542 Reading Blvd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Spring Ridge Elementary School, Wilson Southern Middle School, and Wilson High School.

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