315 Amherst Ave Reading, PA 19609
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,808
Sq Ft
4,791
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Traditional Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Wilson High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to this charming Lincoln Park cape. It has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath including a main floor bedroom and bath. Enter through the side porch into the living room which has a fabulous large front window. There are hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels. Light abounds from every room and the best spot in the house is the sun room addition. There you can lounge, watch TV, catch a nap or read a good book. There is a dining room and a good sized main floor bedroom. The kitchen boasts of plenty of cabinetry and is spacious enough to have a breakfast table. On the upper level are 2 very generous sized bedrooms. The lower level has a family room and half bath, as well as laundry and a workshop space in the unfinished section. A basement walkout door takes you to the fenced in and private back yard. Some additional features are central air(serviced Dec 2024), gas heat(serviced Dec 2024), new water heater installed Dec 2024, majority of windows installed in 2021, roof installed in 2016.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville License #RS352075 Listed on: 03/16/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,759
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 4,791 Sq Ft Lot
- Vinyl Fence
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Up Access
- Rear Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- Public Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Wilson High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lincoln Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3877
- Assessor Parcel Number 80-4396-17-11-3877
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 16, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Parks Justin Daniel
Bought by
Estevez Alan
Seller's Agent
Jim Crawford
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville
Buyer's Agent
Johanna Castaneda
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Views
210
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.76%
Original Mortgage
$13,750
Outstanding Balance
$13,750
Interest Rate
6.65%
Estimated Equity
$259,674
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2020
Closed on
Dec 10, 2020
Sold by
Bowers Joseph A
Bought by
Parks Justin Daniel
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jim Crawford
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.77%
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2014
Closed on
Nov 14, 2014
Sold by
Shomgard Jane A
Bought by
Bowers Joseph A
Seller's Agent
Kelly Spayd
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Bodanza
Sands & Company Real Estate
List Price
$156,000
Sold Price
$141,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-9.29%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%
Original Mortgage
$111,500
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 1966
Bought by
Shomgard Maurice L and Shomgard Jane A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $275,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $215,000 | Tri County Re Svcs Inc | |
| Deed | $141,500 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $13,750 | No Value Available | |
| Open | $266,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $215,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $113,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $111,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Sold | $275,000 | 0.0% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2025 03/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/16/2025 03/16/25 | For Sale | $275,000 | +27.9% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 12/10/2020 12/10/20 | Sold | $215,000 | 0.0% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Price Changed | $215,000 | 0.0% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Off Market | $215,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2020 07/25/20 | For Sale | $210,000 | +48.4% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2014 11/14/14 | Sold | $141,500 | -3.0% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 10/28/2014 10/28/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2014 10/16/14 | Price Changed | $145,900 | -0.7% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2014 10/06/14 | Price Changed | $147,000 | -1.9% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2014 09/12/14 | Price Changed | $149,900 | -2.0% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2014 09/03/14 | Price Changed | $153,000 | -1.9% | $115 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2014 08/29/14 | For Sale | $156,000 | -- | $117 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,704 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2024 | $3,714 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2023 | $3,539 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2022 | $3,452 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2021 | $3,330 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2020 | $3,330 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2019 | $3,236 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2018 | $3,208 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2017 | $3,154 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2016 | $1,182 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2015 | $1,182 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
| 2014 | $1,182 | $86,800 | $27,300 | $59,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jim Crawford
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jim Crawford
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville
(267) 768-7676
2 in this area
72 Total Sales
-
Johanna Castaneda
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Johanna Castaneda
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 507-6352
3 in this area
97 Total Sales
-
Cheryl Takach
Seller's Agent in 2020
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 587-9183
3 in this area
112 Total Sales
-
Kelly Spayd
Seller's Agent in 2014
Kelly Spayd
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(484) 256-8818
1 in this area
469 Total Sales
-
Stephanie Bodanza
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Stephanie Bodanza
Sands & Company Real Estate
(610) 823-4774
6 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2054268
APN: 80-4396-17-11-3877
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