NOT LISTED FOR SALE

405 N Tulpehocken Rd Reading, PA 19601

Glenside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $873,385 - $1,364,000

7 Beds
8 Baths
6,370 Sq Ft
$167/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 07, 2024

Last sale price $860,000 $135 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,064/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Dual Staircase
  • Second Kitchen
  • 2.63 Acre Lot
  • Manor Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2024

Tucked away on a wooded lot in Greenfields, sets an English Cotswald. It was commissioned by Dr. Fredrick Wilson of the Goggle Factory, in Reading, after his visit to England, where he fell in love with the Cotswalds. Taking measurements and replicating the structure. Completed in 1925. Beautiful stone structure. Leaded glass throughout brings dances of light into each room. Hand hewn timber, which begs to be touched. The wheel stone used in the construction of this home remains along the garden path.This home, rich in history with the Mercer tile adorning the massive dining room and foyer.The plaster relief ceiling in the dining room is most stunning at sunset.Enjoy the quiet summer breeze on the grand patio or in the tea house.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Wolf

(610) 587-3844 MWolf@remax.net RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS271731 Listed on: 02/16/2024

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Brad Gellman

(267) 259-0134 gellmanrealestate@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,785

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 2.63 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 346 x 280
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 5 Car Attached Garage
  • 15 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Manor Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • French Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Dual Staircase
  • Sound System
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Wainscoting
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Bonus Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Chute

Partially Finished Basement

  • Drain
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Motion Detectors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Playground

Schools

  • Schulykill Valley High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Air Filtration System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 440 Volts
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Air Cleaner
  • Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Greenfields Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4999
  • Assessor Parcel Number 27-4397-08-99-4999

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,785

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Manor, French, Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: Elevator
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Tucked away on a wooded lot in Greenfields, sets an English Cotswald. It was commissioned by Dr. Fredrick Wilson of the Goggle Factory, in Reading, after his visit to England, where he fell in love with the Cotswalds. Taking measurements and replicating the structure. Completed in 1925. Beautiful stone structure. Leaded glass throughout brings dances of light into each room. Hand hewn timber, which begs to be touched. The wheel stone used in the construction of this home remains along the garden path. This home, rich in history with the Mercer tile adorning the massive dining room and foyer. The plaster relief ceiling in the dining room is most stunning at sunset. Enjoy the quiet summer breeze on the grand patio or in the tea house.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Air Cleaner, Cooktop, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Air Filter System, Attic, Bar, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Elevator, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Laundry Chute, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Sound System
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Drain
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 6370
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 6370
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 155.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5792
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 578
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 578
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 405

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 8
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Gazebo, Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Slate
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Courtyard, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 5.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 5
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 20
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 15

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 440 Volts
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY
  • High School: SCHULYKILL VALLEY
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397313
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: SCHULYKILL VALLEY

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.63
  • Lot Dimensions: 346 X 280
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 114562.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Enclosed, Screened
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 11072.36
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15785.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 27-4397-08-99-4999
  • Tax Lot: 4999
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/07/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2024
Closed on
May 7, 2024
Sold by
Coots Kenneth R and Coots Barbara J
Bought by
Ratze David Christopher and Ratze Sarah Nicole
Seller's Agent
Matt Wolf
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Brad Gellman
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-4.44%
Views
2179
Current Estimated Value
$1,062,462

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$202,462
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.30%
Original Mortgage
$817,000
Outstanding Balance
$806,327
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$256,135

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1995
Bought by
Coots Kenneth R and Coots Barbara A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ratze David Christopher $860,000 None Listed On Document
Coots Kenneth R $620,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ratze David Christopher $817,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/07/2024 05/07/24 Sold $860,000 -4.4% $135 / Sq Ft
03/27/2024 03/27/24 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2024 02/16/24 For Sale $900,000 -- $141 / 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 $5,168 $318,800 $103,000 $215,800
2024 $16,209 $398,000 $103,000 $295,000
2023 $18,562 $468,000 $103,000 $365,000
2022 $18,562 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2021 $21,180 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2020 $21,180 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2019 $20,646 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2018 $20,646 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2017 $20,494 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2016 $6,029 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2015 $6,029 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
2014 $6,029 $534,000 $117,500 $416,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matt Wolf

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Matt Wolf

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 587-3844

    1 in this area

    444 Total Sales

    Matt Wolf
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  • Brad Gellman

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Brad Gellman

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (267) 259-0134

    1 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    Brad Gellman
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2039650

Bright MLS

APN: 27-4397-08-99-4999

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19601 Glenside

405 N Tulpehocken Rd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 405 N Tulpehocken Rd, Reading, PA 19601 since 16 February 2024 and is currently estimated at $1,062,462, approximately $166 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 405 N Tulpehocken Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Schuylkill Valley Elementary School, Schuylkill Valley Middle School, and Schuylkill Valley High School.

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