$285,000
SOLD AUG 6, 2024

3217 Chestnut St Reading, PA 19605

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,271 Sq Ft
5,662 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$224 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Awning
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2024

Welcome to your dream Cape Cod-style home! This residence features four bedrooms and two full baths and an attached garage. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom conveniently located on the main floor. Two additional bedrooms on the second floor and another full bathroom in the basement provide plenty of space for family or guests. The bright, updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. The finished basement offers extra living space ideal for home office, gym, playroom, or entertaining guests. Outside, relax on the covered patio or explore the beautiful and spacious yard. Don't miss the opportunity to own this gem! Motivated seller! Move in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Josue Morales

Simple Realty License #RS310652 Listed on: 06/14/2024

Co-Listed By

Crystal Manon

Simple Realty License #RS345658

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Paula

EXP Realty, LLC License #RS348659

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,166

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 5,662 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,271 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Awning

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Water Proofing System

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4833
  • Assessor Parcel Number 57-5318-06-39-4833

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,166

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: 2 Refrigerators, Gas Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Storage Container in Yard
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-06-14
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to your dream Cape Cod-style home! This residence features four bedrooms and two full baths and an attached garage. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom conveniently located on the main floor. Two additional bedrooms on the second floor and another full bathroom in the basement provide plenty of space for family or guests. The bright, updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. The finished basement offers extra living space ideal for home office, gym, playroom, or entertaining guests. Outside, relax on the covered patio or explore the beautiful and spacious yard. Don't miss the opportunity to own this gem! Motivated seller! Move in ready!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block, Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Water Proofing System, Interior Access
  • Total Sq Ft: 1271
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1271
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 224.15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1271
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3217

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s)
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 2

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
  • 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: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • School District Source: 3rd Party

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 102
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5662.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2926.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4166.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 57-5318-06-39-4833
  • Tax Lot: 4833
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1271
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 08/06/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2024
Closed on
Aug 6, 2024
Sold by
Milety Ashley and Ortiz Andres Carlos
Bought by
Arredondo-Perez Cristin L and Arredondo-Lopez Jose M
Seller's Agent
Josue Morales
Simple Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Paula
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.69%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$286,130

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,130
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.16%
Original Mortgage
$279,837
Outstanding Balance
$277,916
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$7,498

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2017
Closed on
Oct 20, 2017
Sold by
Mutter Corey S and Mutter Jessie Lu
Bought by
Ortiz Andres Carlos and Milety Ashley
Seller's Agent
Liz Egner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Chaz Logan
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$136,900
Sold Price
$144,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,100
5.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.56%
Original Mortgage
$141,391
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2013
Sold by
Jarvis Ellen Sager and Jarvis John P
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
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 $285,000 Sentry Abstract
Deed $144,000 --
Sheriffs Deed $2,700 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $279,837 FHA
Previous Owner $141,391 FHA
Previous Owner $72,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $110,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $88,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2024 08/06/24 Sold $285,000 0.0% $224 / Sq Ft
06/23/2024 06/23/24 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2024 06/20/24 Price Changed $284,900 -1.7% $224 / Sq Ft
06/14/2024 06/14/24 For Sale $289,900 +101.3% $228 / Sq Ft
10/20/2017 10/20/17 Sold $144,000 +5.2% $91 / Sq Ft
08/13/2017 08/13/17 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2017 08/09/17 For Sale $136,900 +69.0% $86 / Sq Ft
11/25/2013 11/25/13 Sold $81,000 -4.6% $64 / Sq Ft
10/30/2013 10/30/13 Pending -- -- --
10/21/2013 10/21/13 For Sale $84,900 0.0% $67 / Sq Ft
10/14/2013 10/14/13 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2013 10/01/13 Price Changed $84,900 -10.5% $67 / Sq Ft
09/04/2013 09/04/13 Price Changed $94,900 -13.6% $75 / Sq Ft
07/29/2013 07/29/13 For Sale $109,900 -- $87 / 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 $1,400 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2024 $4,225 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2023 $4,006 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2022 $3,941 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2021 $3,877 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2020 $3,877 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2019 $3,798 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2018 $3,669 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2017 $3,602 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2016 $1,116 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2015 $1,116 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
2014 $1,116 $85,800 $30,100 $55,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Josue Morales

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Josue Morales

    Simple Realty

    (610) 451-2970

    1 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    Josue Morales
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  • Crystal Manon

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Crystal Manon

    Simple Realty

    (610) 914-5211

    1 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Crystal Manon
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  • Kevin Paula

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Kevin Paula

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (347) 290-1254

    2 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Kevin Paula
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  • Liz Egner

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Liz Egner

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 656-9426

    3 in this area

    242 Total Sales

    Liz Egner
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  • Tricia Bubel

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Tricia Bubel

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (484) 955-8018

    5 in this area

    187 Total Sales

    Tricia Bubel
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  • Chaz Logan

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Chaz Logan

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (484) 363-0558

    94 Total Sales

    Chaz Logan
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2044454

Bright MLS

APN: 57-5318-06-39-4833

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605

3217 Chestnut St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 3217 Chestnut St, Reading, PA 19605 and is currently priced at $285,000, approximately $224 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 3217 Chestnut St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Muhlenberg Elementary Center, C E Cole Intermediate School, and Muhlenberg Junior High School.

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