$245,000
SOLD SEP 26, 2024

324 Playground Dr Reading, PA 19611

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,608 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$152 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
  • Solid Hardwood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to West Reading Park

About This Home

As of September 2024

This is the West Reading home you have been waiting for! Set on a quiet tree-lined street, but close to everything, where West Reading and Wyomissing have so much to offer. Move-in ready home is perfect for those looking for new beginnings. Expanded floor plan with finished basement gives you plenty of elbow room throughout. Main level features hardwood floors with spacious living room. Refreshed kitchen has plenty of counter and cabinet space along with dining room. Back part of the first floor serves as an all-purpose space for life on the go. Expanded living space can serve as a home office, craft space, or gaming room. Step out from here to off street parking for two cars. Finished lower level is a fun place to hang out featuring a wood stove for those chilly nights and half bath for when you are entertaining. You will also find updated mechanicals for your peace of mind including gas heat and hot water which are easy on your monthly budget. Upper level offers elbow room for everyone. Hardwood floors cover the upper level too. Updated modern bathroom is a real plus. Three spacious bedrooms too including third bedroom which is bigger than your typical West Reading area third bedroom. Walk up attic gives you plenty of extra storage space. Stay cool with central air all summer long! All appliances remain in the kitchen along with washer and dryer to help get you started. Awesome location is walkable to so many in town attractions. Enjoy shops, restaurants, and festivals just minutes from your door. Walk to the park, pool or courts for outdoor fun, or explore the Reading Public Museum. There is something here for everyone! A great place and town you will be proud to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey Martin

(610) 207-8474 jmartin@c21gold.com Century 21 Gold License #RS219358L Listed on: 08/15/2024

Century 21 Gold

Last Buyer's Agent

Yohanny Baret

(484) 755-9406 ybaret@goberkscounty.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RS339072

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,665

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home
  • Copper Plumbing
  • CPVC or PVC Pipes
  • Masonry
  • Tile

Interior Spaces

  • 1,608 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Flue
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Park or Greenbelt Views
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry in unit

Flooring

  • Solid Hardwood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Front Basement Entry
  • Shelving

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1740
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93-5306-06-37-1740

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,665

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Area Rug back first floor room, area rugs in 3 bedrooms, Ring camera(s) system
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Wood Stove
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-08-15
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: This is the West Reading home you have been waiting for! Set on a quiet tree-lined street, but close to everything, where West Reading and Wyomissing have so much to offer. Move-in ready home is perfect for those looking for new beginnings. Expanded floor plan with finished basement gives you plenty of elbow room throughout. Main level features hardwood floors with spacious living room. Refreshed kitchen has plenty of counter and cabinet space along with dining room. Back part of the first floor serves as an all-purpose space for life on the go. Expanded living space can serve as a home office, craft space, or gaming room. Step out from here to off street parking for two cars. Finished lower level is a fun place to hang out featuring a wood stove for those chilly nights and half bath for when you are entertaining. You will also find updated mechanicals for your peace of mind including gas heat and hot water which are easy on your monthly budget. Upper level offers elbow room for everyone. Hardwood floors cover the upper level too. Updated modern bathroom is a real plus. Three spacious bedrooms too including third bedroom which is bigger than your typical West Reading area third bedroom. Walk up attic gives you plenty of extra storage space. Stay cool with central air all summer long! All appliances remain in the kitchen along with washer and dryer to help get you started. Awesome location is walkable to so many in town attractions. Enjoy shops, restaurants, and festivals just minutes from your door. Walk to the park, pool or courts for outdoor fun, or explore the Reading Public Museum. There is something here for everyone! A great place and town you will be proud to call home.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Solid Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Replacement, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Flue For Stove, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Masonry, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bonus Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Fully Finished, Improved, Interior Access, Shelving
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1608
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1608
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 158.52
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1608
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 324

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry, Block, Brick, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, Cpvc/Pvc, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Tile, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WYOMISSING AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397308
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Interior, Level, Open, Road Frontage
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2855.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4665.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 93-5306-06-37-1740
  • Tax Lot: 1740
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1608
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 09/26/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WYOMISSING AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2024
Closed on
Sep 24, 2024
Sold by
Duguay Michele L and Duguay Mark W
Bought by
Baret Ruben D
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Yohanny Baret
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
List Price
$254,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.88%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$272,375

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,375
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.53%
Original Mortgage
$196,000
Outstanding Balance
$194,170
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$76,094

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2013
Sold by
Duguay Mark W
Bought by
Duguay Mark W and Duguay Michele L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2012
Closed on
Dec 13, 2012
Sold by
Stein Susan C
Bought by
Duguay Mark W
Seller's Agent
Denise Commings
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Loretta Leibert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$120,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,400
-7.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%
Original Mortgage
$96,400
Interest Rate
3.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2006
Sold by
Barnhardt Kevin S and Barnhardt Pamela J
Bought by
Stein Susan C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $245,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $120,500 None Available
Deed $145,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $196,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $96,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $112,804 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $29,485 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/26/2024 09/26/24 Sold $245,000 -3.9% $152 / Sq Ft
08/21/2024 08/21/24 Off Market $254,900 -- --
08/19/2024 08/19/24 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2024 08/15/24 For Sale $254,900 +111.5% $159 / Sq Ft
12/13/2012 12/13/12 Sold $120,500 -3.5% $80 / Sq Ft
11/15/2012 11/15/12 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2012 10/12/12 Price Changed $124,900 -3.8% $83 / Sq Ft
10/01/2012 10/01/12 For Sale $129,900 -- $86 / 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 $1,909 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2024 $4,665 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2023 $3,096 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2022 $4,330 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2021 $4,255 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2020 $4,131 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2019 $5,804 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2018 $3,931 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2017 $3,843 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2016 $1,264 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2015 $1,238 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
2014 $1,197 $84,400 $17,000 $67,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2046968

Bright MLS

APN: 93-5306-06-37-1740