$130,000
SOLD OCT 3, 2017

401 Sunset Rd Reading, PA 19611

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,407 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$92 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to West Reading Park

About This Home

As of October 2017

Exceptional, Brick tow home, in the ever popular West Reading Borough. Beautifully updated and exceptionally maintained. Finished lower level. Nice rear deck. Will Not Last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Liz Egner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB062436L Listed on: 07/24/2017

RE/MAX Of Reading

Co-Listed By

Dave Decembrino

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS223349L

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Egner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB062436L Listed on: 07/24/2017

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,869

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Hobby Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • West Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8946
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93-5306-06-27-8946

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,869

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrig., Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Remarks Public: Exceptional, Brick tow home, in the ever popular West Reading Borough. Beautifully updated and exceptionally maintained. Finished lower level. Nice rear deck. Will Not Last!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic, Hobby Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1407
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1407
  • Net Sq Ft: 1160.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 112.07
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1160
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 247
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 401

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WYOMISSING AREA
  • High School: WYOMISSING AREA JUNIOR-SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397308
  • High School: WYOMISSING AREA JUNIOR-SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 46000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 17000.00
  • Lot Features: Irregular, Level, Sloping, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1587597
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2869.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 93-5306-06-27-8946
  • Tax Lot: 8946
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 10/03/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WYOMISSING AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2024
Sold by
Kessler Carly A
Bought by
Trostle Michelle D
Current Estimated Value
$254,388

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,743
Outstanding Balance
$227,786
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$16,782

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2017
Closed on
Oct 3, 2017
Sold by
Frey Heston R and Frey Kelli A
Bought by
Kessler Carly A
Seller's Agent
Liz Egner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Liz Egner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.41%
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2003
Sold by
Eastman Bradley D
Bought by
Kensinger Jennie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,809
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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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 $235,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $130,000 --
Deed $82,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $230,743 FHA
Previous Owner $123,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $127,063 VA
Previous Owner $101,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $81,809 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/01/2022 10/01/22 Rented $1,600 0.0% --
09/24/2022 09/24/22 Under Contract -- -- --
09/20/2022 09/20/22 Off Market $1,600 -- --
09/16/2022 09/16/22 Price Changed $1,600 -5.9% $1 / Sq Ft
08/08/2022 08/08/22 For Rent $1,700 0.0% --
10/03/2017 10/03/17 Sold $130,000 0.0% $92 / Sq Ft
07/26/2017 07/26/17 Off Market $130,000 -- --
07/25/2017 07/25/17 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2017 07/24/17 For Sale $130,000 -- $92 / 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 $1,425 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2024 $3,482 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2023 $2,311 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2022 $3,232 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2021 $3,176 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2020 $3,083 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2019 $3,019 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2018 $2,934 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2017 $2,869 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2016 $924 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2015 $924 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
2014 $894 $63,000 $17,000 $46,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000449491

Bright MLS

APN: 93-5306-06-27-8946