Seller's Agent in 2016
Dean Rentschler
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 914-6970
25 Total Sales
3406 Perkiomen Ave Reading, PA 19606
Estimated Value: $313,000 - $365,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,152
Sq Ft
$157/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Above Ground Pool
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Exeter Township Senior High School Rated A-
- Deck
- Attic
About This Home
As of August 2016Looking for character and charm? This beautiful home has it all. Center hall with large living room with wood insert fireplace,beautiful side sunroom of the living room. Dining room with corner cabinets and lighting. Remodeled chefs kitchen with leather look granite, sunken farm sink, recessed lighting and more. Gorgeous powder room with custom wainscoting made from five panel doors from homes throughout Reading. The cabinet is from an 1800s kitchen. The vanity is from the 1920's. Large master bedroomw with original built-in makeup table. The rear bedroom has a cedar closet. The third floor loft comes with its own half bath, lots of natural light and quarter windows. All the light fixtures are either period pieces from the Reading Historical Society or Wage Lighting in Feasterville. All the trim and millwork is poplar and is from Curtis Millwork Co. Also new roof in 2015, insulation added to the exterior walls, 200amp electric, economical gas heat, 1 car garage, nice lot with patio, deck and above ground pool with slide. Lots of history, this is the first home built in Reifftom for the daughter of Zipf's Family Candy. It had remained in the Zipfs family until 2002.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 914-6970 dean@therealestatedean.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 02/29/2016
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,152 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 3 Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Pool
- Deck
- Shed
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include pier/dock maintenance
- Reiffton Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5022
- Assessor Parcel Number 43-5326-10-25-5022
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 29, 2016
Closed on
Aug 1, 2016
Sold by
Murray Ronald F and Murray Cynthia S
Bought by
Houston Jeffrey J and Houston Ashley J
Seller's Agent
Dean Rentschler
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Brad Kissam
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$161,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,900
-10.51%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$177,689
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.46%
Original Mortgage
$152,950
Outstanding Balance
$122,367
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$216,322
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2002
Sold by
Household Finance Consumer Discount Co
Bought by
Murray Ronald F and Murray Cynthia S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,890
Interest Rate
6.73%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Algier James T and Algier Kathleen M
Bought by
Household Finance Consumer Discount Co
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Jeffrey J | $161,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Murray Ronald F | $137,000 | -- | |
| Household Finance Consumer Discount Co | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Houston Jeffrey J | $152,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Murray Ronald F | $132,890 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2016 08/01/16 | Sold | $161,000 | -2.4% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2016 05/26/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2016 05/13/16 | Price Changed | $164,900 | +3.1% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2016 05/09/16 | Price Changed | $159,900 | -3.0% | $74 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2016 04/28/16 | Price Changed | $164,900 | -2.9% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2016 04/19/16 | Price Changed | $169,900 | -5.6% | $79 / Sq Ft |
| 02/29/2016 02/29/16 | For Sale | $179,900 | -- | $84 / 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 | $1,685 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2024 | $5,186 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2023 | $5,016 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2022 | $4,960 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2021 | $4,885 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2020 | $4,831 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2019 | $4,777 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2018 | $4,763 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2017 | $4,695 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2016 | $1,172 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2015 | $1,172 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
| 2014 | $1,131 | $109,200 | $36,400 | $72,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dean Rentschler
-
Brad Kissam
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Brad Kissam
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 823-7534
5 in this area
50 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003891529
APN: 43-5326-10-25-5022
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