$283,000
SOLD DEC 9, 2024

311 W Franklin St Topton, PA 19562

Longswamp Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,496 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$189 Per Sq Ft

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of December 2024

Well maintained and updated home in Topton Boro, walking distance to schools, parks, and restaurants. Hardwood Floors - New Luxury Vinyl in Kitchen, Dining, and Bathroom - Replacement windows - Central Air Conditioning and Gas Heat - Upgrade Electrical System - Lifetime Metal Roof - Lots of Storage Space throughout - Finished Room in Basement offering additional 528 Sq Ft with Walk-In Cedar Closet - Big 2 Car Detached Garage / Workshop - Private Backyard and Modern Landscaping - Economical Natural Gas Heat, Hot Water & Cooking - Back Sunporch to Relax

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Dion

BHHS Fox & Roach-Macungie License #RS354001 Listed on: 10/18/2024

BHHS Fox & Roach-Macungie

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Cole

Re/Max One Realty License #RS219967L

Re/Max One Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,592

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Copper Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Awning
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Drain
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Playground

Schools

  • Brandywine Heights Elementary And Middle School
  • Brandywine Heights High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2572
  • Assessor Parcel Number 85-5463-16-82-2572

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,592

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: washer/dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Well maintained and updated home in Topton Boro, walking distance to schools, parks, and restaurants. Hardwood Floors - New Luxury Vinyl in Kitchen, Dining, and Bathroom - Replacement windows - Central Air Conditioning and Gas Heat - Upgrade Electrical System - Lifetime Metal Roof - Lots of Storage Space throughout - Finished Room in Basement offering additional 528 Sq Ft with Walk-In Cedar Closet - Big 2 Car Detached Garage / Workshop - Private Backyard and Modern Landscaping - Economical Natural Gas Heat, Hot Water & Cooking - Back Sunporch to Relax
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer - Electric
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Office, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Drain, Heated, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Poured Concrete, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Basement Finished Percent: 50.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2008
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1496
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 267.99
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1056
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 440
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 512
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 952
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 311

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Play Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Copper
  • Spa: No
  • 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, Shared Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 2

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
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA
  • Elementary School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
  • Middle School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
  • High School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397309
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
  • High School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS
  • Middle Or Junior School: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8712.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3132.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4592.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 85-5463-16-82-2572
  • Tax Lot: 2572
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1056
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 12/09/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Dec 16, 2024
Sold by
Diehl Andrew P and Diehl Sarah Coleen
Bought by
Wilson Chandler and Glackin Francesca
Seller's Agent
Brian Dion
BHHS Fox & Roach-Macungie
Buyer's Agent
Christine Cole
Re/Max One Realty
List Price
$283,000
Sold Price
$283,000
Views
57
Current Estimated Value
$294,219

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,219
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.63%
Original Mortgage
$274,510
Outstanding Balance
$272,818
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,401

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2016
Closed on
Aug 31, 2016
Sold by
Bean Terry G and Bean Kathleen J
Bought by
Diehl Andrew P and Diehl Sarah Coleen
Seller's Agent
Lynda Kapec
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
Laura Case
Coldwell Banker Heritage-Quakertown
List Price
$152,900
Sold Price
$152,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.72%
Original Mortgage
$150,130
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2012
Closed on
Sep 14, 2012
Sold by
Schofer Jean B
Bought by
Bean Terry G and Bean Kathleen J
Seller's Agent
Alane Falcone
AMF Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Lynda Kapec
Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-20%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.31%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $283,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $152,900 None Available
Deed $120,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $274,510 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,130 FHA
Previous Owner $80,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/09/2024 12/09/24 Sold $283,000 0.0% $189 / Sq Ft
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $283,000 +85.1% $189 / Sq Ft
08/31/2016 08/31/16 Sold $152,900 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
07/05/2016 07/05/16 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $152,900 +27.4% $145 / Sq Ft
09/14/2012 09/14/12 Sold $120,000 -11.1% $114 / Sq Ft
08/30/2012 08/30/12 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2012 08/20/12 Price Changed $135,000 -2.9% $128 / Sq Ft
08/05/2012 08/05/12 Price Changed $139,000 -4.1% $132 / Sq Ft
07/27/2012 07/27/12 Price Changed $145,000 -3.3% $137 / Sq Ft
07/09/2012 07/09/12 For Sale $150,000 -- $142 / 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 $1,517 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2024 $4,569 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2023 $3,643 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2022 $4,288 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2021 $4,258 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2020 $4,229 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2019 $4,100 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2018 $4,060 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2017 $3,950 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2016 $1,120 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2015 $1,120 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
2014 $1,120 $86,400 $29,900 $56,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Brian Dion

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (484) 519-4444

    1 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Brian Dion
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  • Christine Cole

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Christine Cole

    RE/MAX

    (215) 588-4808

    1 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Christine Cole
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  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lynda Kapec

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley

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  • Laura Case

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Laura Case

    Coldwell Banker Heritage-Quakertown

    (267) 446-8898

    8 Total Sales

    Laura Case
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  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Alane Falcone

    AMF Real Estate Services

    (610) 914-9509

    23 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Alane Falcone
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2050044

Bright MLS

APN: 85-5463-16-82-2572

Pennsylvania Berks County Topton 19562 Longswamp

311 W Franklin St, Topton, PA

This home is located at 311 W Franklin St, Topton, PA 19562 and is currently priced at $283,000, approximately $189 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 311 W Franklin St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Brandywine Heights Elementary School, Brandywine Intermediate School, and Brandywine Heights High School.

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