Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
150 Total Sales
2 in Sinking Spring
$175K - $289K Price Range
3926 Penn Ave Reading, PA 19608
Sinking Spring Area
Studio
--
Bath
4,067
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Laundry Facilities
- Wilson High School Rated A-
- Hot Water Heating System
- Replacement Windows
About This Home
As of August 2013This architecturally appealing property is a rare opportunity to own an income generating 6-unit Victorian style apartment building in Sinking Spring Borough. This stately solid brick building has 5-one Br & 1-two Br apts, w/private entrances and/or balconies & secure lobby. This property also offers a coin-op laundry room, owner's workshop/utility room, storage areas & large private parking lot that fits 8+ cars. Replacement windows throughout, rebuilt cupola on roof, interior & exterior have been repainted & several units have been remodeled & updated. Good mechanicals & solid masonry. Safely located in desirable Wilson School District w/low taxes on main route w/high visibility & traffic count. Walking distance to stores, schools, public trans, police station, public library & close to all major highways & cities. Prop shows very well and rents easily.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 670-2770 info@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 07/05/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Earl Shumaker
earlshus@aol.com BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks License #TREND:022878
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,249
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,067 Sq Ft Home
- Replacement Windows
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 8 Open Parking Spaces
- 8 Parking Spaces
- Parking Lot
Schools
- Wilson High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8953
- Assessor Parcel Number 79-4386-09-15-8953
Community Details
Building Details
- Income includes laundry
- Electric Expense $200
- Insurance Expense $1,200
- Operating Expense $16,049
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 5, 2013
Closed on
Aug 21, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Robert Kearney
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Earl Shumaker
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-12.9%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Reading, PA
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Jerry Buffa
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Erica Fair
Erica Fair
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
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157 Total Sales
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$146K - $310K Price Range
-
Anthony Borelli
Anthony Borelli
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270 Total Sales
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Chuck Honabach
Chuck Honabach
Responds QuicklyRealty ONE Group Unlimited
(717) 807-6455
201 Total Sales
1 in Sinking Spring
$293,000 Price
-
Todd Sell
Todd Sell
Responds QuicklyPagoda Realty ERA Powered
(484) 772-2844
151 Total Sales
3 in Sinking Spring
$225K - $273K Price Range
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Ivonn Reyes
Ivonn Reyes
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 642-1605
142 Total Sales
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$195K - $277K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $290,000 | None Available | ||
| $270,000 | First American Title Insuran | ||
| $280,000 | -- | ||
| $185,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $224,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $148,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2013 08/21/13 | Sold | $270,000 | -12.9% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2013 07/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/05/2013 07/05/13 | For Sale | $310,000 | -- | $76 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,076 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2025 | $2,979 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2024 | $7,801 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2023 | $7,547 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2022 | $7,358 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2021 | $7,075 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2020 | $7,075 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2019 | $6,968 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2018 | $6,849 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2017 | $6,744 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2016 | $2,409 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2015 | $2,409 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
| 2014 | $2,409 | $167,300 | $41,300 | $126,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Robert Kearney
Seller's Agent in 2013
Robert Kearney
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 685-3169
35 Total Sales
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E
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Earl Shumaker
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003513332
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