NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3117 Octagon Ave Reading, PA 19608

Whitfield Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $299,000 - $317,256

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,364 Sq Ft
$226/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2019

Last sale price $200,000 $147 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,852/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Dual Staircase
  • Rambler Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2019

Wilson Wilshire rancher ready to make your own. A nice large living room with a brick gas fireplace greets you when you enter this comfortable and well maintained home. There is hardwood under the newer carpet. The kitchen is updated. There are two full bathrooms on the main level that need updating. A separate dining area off of the kitchen leads to the attached 1 car garage. The lower level is partially finished with an unfinished storage room and laundry area plus a half bath. Updating is needed to the bar, unless you like the retro look or want a great conversation piece. Carpet will be left if you would like it.There is a walk out entrance. A radon system is in place. A new tankless water heater has been installed. You have a nice spacious patio out back that you can relax on and a huge flat yard for gardening, playing or entertaining. Make your appointment to see this solid , not too big, not too small home, just right very nice home in a great location! So close to everything. Call today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lorraine Guthier

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 08/25/2019

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Last Buyer's Agent

Tina Hogue

Keller Williams Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,332

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,364 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Dual Staircase
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Wilshire Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3039
  • Assessor Parcel Number 80-4386-06-48-3039

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,332

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Window Treatments
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2019-08-25
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Remarks Public: Wilson Wilshire rancher ready to make your own. A nice large living room with a brick gas fireplace greets you when you enter this comfortable and well maintained home. There is hardwood under the newer carpet. The kitchen is updated. There are two full bathrooms on the main level that need updating. A separate dining area off of the kitchen leads to the attached 1 car garage. The lower level is partially finished with an unfinished storage room and laundry area plus a half bath. Updating is needed to the bar, unless you like the retro look or want a great conversation piece. Carpet will be left if you would like it.There is a walk out entrance. A radon system is in place. A new tankless water heater has been installed. You have a nice spacious patio out back that you can relax on and a huge flat yard for gardening, playing or entertaining. Make your appointment to see this solid , not too big, not too small home, just right very nice home in a great location! So close to everything. Call today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Double/Dual Staircase
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1364
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1364
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 146.63
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1364
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3117

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Architectural 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 102
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3004.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4332.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 80-4386-06-48-3039
  • Tax Lot: 3039
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1364
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 10/18/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2023
Sold by
Wernicki Gladys L
Bought by
Hogue Eric W
Current Estimated Value
$306,705

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$121,000
Outstanding Balance
$116,246
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$189,606

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2019
Closed on
Oct 18, 2019
Sold by
Schrift Lisa M and Michalski John J
Bought by
Wernicki Gladys L
Seller's Agent
Lorraine Guthier
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
Tina Hogue
Keller Williams Realty Group
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.57%
Original Mortgage
$134,600
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2011
Sold by
Brock David C
Bought by
Michalski John J and Michalski Evelyn J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2002
Sold by
Schneider Krystyna
Bought by
Brock Carl M
Source: Public Records

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
Hogue Eric W -- None Listed On Document
Wernicki Gladys L $200,000 Edge Abstract
Michalski John J $175,000 None Available
Brock Carl M $139,999 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hogue Eric W $121,000
Closed Hogue Eric W $134,600
Previous Owner Wernicki Gladys L $134,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Sold $200,000 0.0% $147 / Sq Ft
08/28/2019 08/28/19 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2019 08/28/19 Off Market $200,000 -- --
08/25/2019 08/25/19 For Sale $200,000 -- $147 / 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 $2,081 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2024 $4,895 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2023 $4,664 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2022 $4,549 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2021 $4,389 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2020 $4,389 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2019 $4,264 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2018 $4,228 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2017 $4,156 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2016 $1,379 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2015 $1,379 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
2014 $1,379 $114,400 $38,700 $75,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lorraine Guthier

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Lorraine Guthier

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

    (484) 336-6378

    4 in this area

    96 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Tina Hogue

    Keller Williams Realty Group

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK346494

Bright MLS

APN: 80-4386-06-48-3039

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19608 Whitfield

3117 Octagon Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 3117 Octagon Ave, Reading, PA 19608 since 25 August 2019 and is currently estimated at $307,814, approximately $225 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 3117 Octagon Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Whitfield Elementary School, Wilson West Middle School, and Wilson High School.

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