$211,000
SOLD DEC 17, 2024

405 State St Reading, PA 19607

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,892 Sq Ft
5,662 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$112 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

As of December 2024

This 3 bedroom 2 full bath home in Old Shillington is full of character and waiting for the right buyer to bring it back to life. The property features a classic front porch, covered side porch and two wood burning fireplaces that offer warmth and charm.

The detached two-car garage has plenty of space for storage or projects. While the home requires some TLC and is currently without utilities, it presents an exciting opportunity for a buyer with vision.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ann Woodward

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks Listed on: 11/14/2024

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Last Buyer's Agent

Karl Becker

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS191894L

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,662 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in below average condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,892 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Gas Oven or Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2365
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4396-19-70-2365

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Range, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-11-14
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This 3 bedroom 2 full bath home in Old Shillington is full of character and waiting for the right buyer to bring it back to life. The property features a classic front porch, covered side porch and two wood burning fireplaces that offer warmth and charm. The detached two-car garage has plenty of space for storage or projects. While the home requires some TLC and is currently without utilities, it presents an exciting opportunity for a buyer with vision.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Replacement, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Partial, Walkout Stairs
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1892
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1892
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 115.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1892
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 405

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Sidewalks
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Summer/Winter Changeover
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: S/W Changeover
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

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: Wood
  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5662.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4237.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6317.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4396-19-70-2365
  • Tax Lot: 2365
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1892
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 12/17/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 14, 2024
Closed on
Dec 17, 2024
Sold by
Kallos Sara C
Bought by
Jkm Real Estate Llc
Seller's Agent
Ann Woodward
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Karl Becker
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$211,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-11.72%
Total Days on Market
6
Views
176
Current Estimated Value
$238,354

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,354
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.95%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2016
Closed on
Jan 10, 2017
Sold by
The Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
Kallos Sara C
Seller's Agent
Brenda Florida
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Ann Woodward
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$96,940
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,060
-22.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.30%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Millisock Lee A and Millisock Amanda Sue
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2005
Sold by
Kreitz Raymond P and Kreitz Patricia A
Bought by
Millisock Lee A and Millisock Amanda Sue

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
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $211,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $96,940 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $2,800 None Available
Deed $185,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $148,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Closed $0 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/17/2024 12/17/24 Sold $211,000 -3.7% $112 / Sq Ft
11/21/2024 11/21/24 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2024 11/19/24 Price Changed $219,000 -8.4% $116 / Sq Ft
11/14/2024 11/14/24 For Sale $239,000 +146.5% $126 / Sq Ft
01/13/2017 01/13/17 Sold $96,940 -3.0% $51 / Sq Ft
12/06/2016 12/06/16 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2016 11/14/16 Price Changed $99,900 -20.1% $53 / Sq Ft
10/18/2016 10/18/16 For Sale $125,000 -- $66 / 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 $2,169 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2024 $6,122 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2023 $5,963 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2022 $5,895 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2021 $5,828 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2020 $5,828 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2019 $5,761 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2018 $5,694 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2017 $5,588 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2016 $1,910 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2015 $1,910 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
2014 $1,745 $134,300 $44,300 $90,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Ann Woodward

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 372-9977

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Ann Woodward
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  • Karl Becker

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Karl Becker

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (484) 256-5882

    2 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    Karl Becker
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  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Brenda Florida

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2050556

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4396-19-70-2365

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607

405 State St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 405 State St, Reading, PA 19607 and is currently priced at $211,000, approximately $111 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 405 State St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Cumru Elementary School, Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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