NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Pershing Blvd Reading, PA 19607

Liggett Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $268,000 - $322,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,786 Sq Ft
$162/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 21, 2014

Last sale price $146,000 $82 Per Sq Ft

Est. 99% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,755/month

186 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • 4-minute walk to Brookline Park

About This Home

As of February 2014

Gorgeous 4 BDRM home in the Governor Mifflin school district . This house has been very well taken care of with 2 new entry and storm doors, replacement windows ( reduced utilities by 28% ) , new roof , upgraded electric and more. As evident by pictures ,the front and side wrap around porch with it's arch pillars and well maintained deck, are unsurpassed in it's architectural beauty and integrity. . The classic wood work in the spacious first floor has been preserved .Don't forget to take a look at the enormous 30 X 30 walk up floored attic with dormer and 15 ft ceiling just waiting to be finished . House sits on a large corner lot and within walking distance to shopping and close proximity to schools and restaurants . Come see for yourself, will not disappoint . Sale contingent on sellers finding a home .

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Dulin

RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 06/17/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Herb

Herb Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,786 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
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Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9338
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-5306-17-01-9338

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: 4 Window A/C Units; Ceiling Fans ; Kitchen Fridge; Gas Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Gorgeous 4 BDRM home in the Governor Mifflin school district . This house has been very well taken care of with 2 new entry and storm doors, replacement windows ( reduced utilities by 28% ) , new roof , upgraded electric and more. As evident by pictures ,the front and side wrap around porch with it's arch pillars and well maintained deck, are unsurpassed in it's architectural beauty and integrity. . The classic wood work in the spacious first floor has been preserved .Don't forget to take a look at the enormous 30 X 30 walk up floored attic with dormer and 15 ft ceiling just waiting to be finished . House sits on a large corner lot and within walking distance to shopping and close proximity to schools and restaurants . Come see for yourself, will not disappoint . Sale contingent on sellers finding a home . ,
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1786
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1786
  • Net Sq Ft: 1786.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 83.37
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1786
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 42

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 73200.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 30100.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1498433
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3920.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-5306-17-01-9338
  • Tax Lot: 9338
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 02/21/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2013
Closed on
Feb 21, 2014
Sold by
Howland James and Howland Gail
Bought by
Ely Katie E and Reeve Christopher C
Seller's Agent
James Dulin
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Herb
Herb Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$148,900
Sold Price
$146,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.95%
Current Estimated Value
$289,973

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$143,973
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.05%
Original Mortgage
$138,700
Outstanding Balance
$107,278
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$177,920

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2002
Sold by
Umstead Walter H
Bought by
Howland James and Howland Gail

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
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
Ely Katie E $146,000 None Available
Howland James $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ely Katie E $138,700
Previous Owner Howland James $75,000
Previous Owner Howland James $85,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/21/2014 02/21/14 Sold $146,000 -1.9% $82 / Sq Ft
12/20/2013 12/20/13 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2013 11/06/13 For Sale $148,900 0.0% $83 / Sq Ft
10/26/2013 10/26/13 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2013 10/15/13 Price Changed $148,900 -0.4% $83 / Sq Ft
08/07/2013 08/07/13 Price Changed $149,500 -3.5% $84 / Sq Ft
06/17/2013 06/17/13 For Sale $154,900 -- $87 / 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 $1,844 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2024 $4,753 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2023 $4,620 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2022 $4,504 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2021 $4,415 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2020 $4,415 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2019 $4,361 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2018 $4,283 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2017 $4,199 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2016 $1,524 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2015 $1,524 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
2014 $1,524 $103,300 $30,100 $73,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    James Dulin

    RE/MAX of Reading

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  • Andrew Herb

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Andrew Herb

    Herb Real Estate, Inc.

    (610) 656-4663

    1 in this area

    118 Total Sales

    Andrew Herb
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003494404

Bright MLS

APN: 39-5306-17-01-9338

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607 Liggett

42 Pershing Blvd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 42 Pershing Blvd, Reading, PA 19607 since 17 June 2013 and is currently estimated at $289,973, approximately $162 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 42 Pershing Blvd 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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