$300,000
SOLD MAY 13, 2024

344 E Elm St Reading, PA 19607

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,299 Sq Ft
7,840 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$130 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Workshop
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2024

Wonderful brick 3 BR 1 1/2 Story in Shillington. The large covered front porch welcomes your family and guests. The door opens to a spacious Living Rm with lots of windows for natural light. There are built in bookcases and cabinets along one wall. Adjacent is the large Dining Rm with corner china closet. The Kitchen has plenty of cabinets, lots of counterspace and stainless steel appliances. A door opens to a delightful covered porch overlooking a pretty paver patio and fenced in yard. There is a driveway that accommodates 2 parking spaces. Two bedrooms, each with good closet space, and a full vintage tile bath complete the main level. The spacious primary bedroom on the 2nd floor has lots of closets and built-ins. There is additional attic storage here as well. A Family Rm is in the lower level with lots of built-in cabinets, closets and shelving. A separate utility room provides the washer/dryer hookup plus 2 work areas and an additional full bath. Gas heat and central air. Set up your appointment now as you will just love this absolutely charming home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Matz

RE/MAX Of Reading

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Strain

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS276669

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,943

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Shelving
  • Workshop
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3987
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4395-08-89-3987

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,943

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Microwave
  • Inclusions: All appliances, including freezer, washer and dryer and the gas grill which is hooked up to gas. Trampoline if still present.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Wonderful brick 3 BR 1 1/2 Story in Shillington. The large covered front porch welcomes your family and guests. The door opens to a spacious Living Rm with lots of windows for natural light. There are built in bookcases and cabinets along one wall. Adjacent is the large Dining Rm with corner china closet. The Kitchen has plenty of cabinets, lots of counterspace and stainless steel appliances. A door opens to a delightful covered porch overlooking a pretty paver patio and fenced in yard. There is a driveway that accommodates 2 parking spaces. Two bedrooms, each with good closet space, and a full vintage tile bath complete the main level. The spacious primary bedroom on the 2nd floor has lots of closets and built-ins. There is additional attic storage here as well. A Family Rm is in the lower level with lots of built-in cabinets, closets and shelving. A separate utility room provides the washer/dryer hookup plus 2 work areas and an additional full bath. Gas heat and central air. Set up your appointment now as you will just love this absolutely charming home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Built-Ins, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Heated, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Shelving, Workshop
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2299
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2299
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 145.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1924
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 375
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 375
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 344

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • 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
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Exterior Cameras
  • 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: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Aluminum
  • Land Use Code: 107
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7840.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3314.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4943.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4395-08-89-3987
  • Tax Lot: 3987
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1924
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 05/13/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2024 05/13/24 Sold $300,000 +7.2% $130 / Sq Ft
03/07/2024 03/07/24 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2024 03/06/24 For Sale $279,900 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,778 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2024 $5,019 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2023 $4,888 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2022 $4,833 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2021 $4,778 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2020 $4,778 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2019 $4,723 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2018 $4,668 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2017 $4,581 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2016 $1,566 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2015 $1,566 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
2014 $1,431 $110,100 $36,000 $74,100
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $181,827 FHA
Previous Owner $177,219 FHA
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $300,000 Signature Abstract
Deed $180,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2039892

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4395-08-89-3987