Seller's Agent in 2021
Lorrayne Klahr
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 223-7370
3 in this area
50 Total Sales
39 Philadelphia Ave Reading, PA 19607
Estimated Value: $300,000 - $349,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,688
Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Garden View
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
About This Home
As of March 2021This is a beautiful, historic and well-maintained detached home in Shillington. The dwelling is stone construction, similar to Holland stone, and is in exceptionally fine condition. 1st fl. provides a LR, formal DR, full bath, kitchen & entry foyer. Door from kitchen to cov. rear porch is used as the entry & exit by the owners, with parking in the rear. 1st fl cov. rear porch has new vinyl-clad railings, and newer awnings. Lovely back yard, plenty of off-st. parking, and a great place to watch Shillington fireworks. Perennials, lilacs, forsythia, hydrangea, etc. It's a quick 2 min. walk to Mifflin home games. The full basement is unfinished & provides great storage. Kitchen was remodeled with quartz counter tops, an island, retro tile backsplash, tile floor (goes into hallway and entry foyer), porcelain farm sink with two drain sides. Formal DR has a pine floor which was refinished, and DR has a storage nook plus Fr. doors to living room. LR is painted, ceiling fan, newer carpet, 3 windows across front form a "bay window" bump-out. Two coat closets are on 1st fl. and 2 pantry closets. The first floor full bath has original cer. tile, tub, and shower, and two medicine cabinets. Entry foyer from the front door, off the large covered front porch, was used as the entrance to 2nd floor apt. when the property was a 2-unit. Stairs to 2nd floor lead to 2 nice-sized BRs with good closets, one smaller BR, and the second kitchen, recently updated...which could easily become a bedroom . Refrig. & elec. range are in that 2nd fl. kitchen. New retro countertop, very nice wooden cabinets, newer tile fl., door to another cov. porch...a "balcony" with awnings, and new vinyl-clad railings...a lovely place to sit. Outside wooden stairs from back of property to 2nd floor were rebuilt & re-stained. Full bath on 2nd fl is ceramic tile, nice cond., tub, & shower. A stacked laundry unit used to be in what is now the linen closet, and could be reinstalled if 2nd laundry is desired. Large attic provides storage. Some replacement windows. Lots of handy storage nooks throughout this home, surprisingly good closet space, and lots of windows for light. This dwelling would be ideal for a 2nd living unit, for an in-law living space. or used as it is now as a single family home with lots of possibilities & living arrangements. May be returned to use as a 2-unit. Short walk to Mifflin Middle School and High School, and close to shopping, restaurants, and parade route.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 223-7370 lorrayne@mindspring.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB047924L Listed on: 06/27/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,193
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 43.00 x 195.00
- Southwest Facing Home
- Split Rail Fence
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Historic Home
- Property is in very good condition
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,688 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Chair Railings
- Ceiling Fan
- Awning
- Replacement Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Garden Views
- Motion Detectors
- Attic
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Rear Basement Entry
- Drain
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- Gravel Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shillington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 6209
- Assessor Parcel Number 77-4395-08-78-6209
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2020
Closed on
Mar 12, 2021
Sold by
Klahr Timothy and Sebelist Daphne
Bought by
Marrero Ruthy
Seller's Agent
Lorrayne Klahr
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Ada Rivera
Home 1st Realty
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$232,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
3.11%
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
$96,445
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.43%
Original Mortgage
$220,924
Outstanding Balance
$198,941
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$109,177
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2005
Sold by
Sebelist J Robert
Bought by
Klahr Timothy D and Sebelist Daphne E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 2001
Sold by
Weber Daniel M and Weber Barbara J
Bought by
Sebelist J Robert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,600
Interest Rate
6.77%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrero Ruthy | $225,000 | Realty Settlement Svcs Inc | |
| Klahr Timothy D | $150,000 | -- | |
| Sebelist J Robert | $94,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Marrero Ruthy | $220,924 | |
| Previous Owner | Klahr Timothy D | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sebelist J Robert | $84,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2021 03/12/21 | Sold | $232,000 | 0.0% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 01/27/2021 01/27/21 | Off Market | $232,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/22/2021 01/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/28/2020 12/28/20 | For Sale | $225,000 | -3.0% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 12/23/2020 12/23/20 | Off Market | $232,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/18/2020 11/18/20 | Price Changed | $225,000 | 0.0% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2020 11/18/20 | For Sale | $225,000 | -3.0% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 09/23/2020 09/23/20 | Off Market | $232,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/22/2020 09/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/15/2020 09/15/20 | Price Changed | $222,000 | -4.5% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2020 06/27/20 | For Sale | $232,500 | -- | $138 / 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 | $1,738 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2024 | $4,905 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2023 | $4,777 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2022 | $4,723 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2021 | $4,670 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2020 | $4,670 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2019 | $4,616 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2018 | $4,562 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2017 | $4,477 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2016 | $1,530 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2015 | $1,530 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
| 2014 | $1,398 | $107,600 | $37,500 | $70,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lorrayne Klahr
-
Ada Rivera
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Ada Rivera
Home 1st Realty
(717) 615-3400
1 in this area
206 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK359648
APN: 77-4395-08-78-5158
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