NOT LISTED FOR SALE

48 Seminary Ave Reading, PA 19605

Hyde Park-Muhlenberg Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $182,000 - $243,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,530 Sq Ft
$143/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2014

Last sale price $67,000 $44 Per Sq Ft

Est. 227% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,267/month

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of July 2014

Great location bordering Sacred Heart Villa! Large Brick Muhlenberg Semi. Enter into the large living room that is sure to please with, then head back into the dining room with built ins, large closet and access onto the side porch. Behind this room is the kitchen with solid wood cabinets as well as a main level full bath at the rear of the home. Upstairs you will find 3 nice size bedrooms and a second full bath as well as plenty of closet space. The walk up attic could be finished off into another room...or used for storage. The basement has outside access, laundry hook ups, a workshop and lots more storage. Outside you will find nice porches, a level back yard and a garage in the back of the property. All of this, PLUS a 1 year Home Warranty may be provided with acceptable offer. Please schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Snyder

RE/MAX Of Reading License #5020826 Listed on: 04/09/2014

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Victoria Commender

Century 21 Gold License #RS290022

Century 21 Gold

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,530 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hyde Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6086
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-5318-09-06-6086

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Remarks Public: Great location bordering Sacred Heart Villa! Large Brick Muhlenberg Semi. Enter into the large living room that is sure to please with, then head back into the dining room with built ins, large closet and access onto the side porch. Behind this room is the kitchen with solid wood cabinets as well as a main level full bath at the rear of the home. Upstairs you will find 3 nice size bedrooms and a second full bath as well as plenty of closet space. The walk up attic could be finished off into another room...or used for storage. The basement has outside access, laundry hook ups, a workshop and lots more storage. Outside you will find nice porches, a level back yard and a garage in the back of the property. All of this, PLUS a 1 year Home Warranty may be provided with acceptable offer. Please schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1530
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1530
  • Net Sq Ft: 1530.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 44.44
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1530
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 48

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 38900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 27700.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1547497
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2596.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-5318-09-06-6086
  • Tax Lot: 6086
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 07/31/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2014
Closed on
Jul 29, 2014
Sold by
Stibitz Veronica
Bought by
Becker Melissa L
Seller's Agent
Kevin Snyder
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Commender
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$75,000
Sold Price
$67,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-10.67%
Current Estimated Value
$218,930

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$151,930
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.25%
Original Mortgage
$65,781
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Becker Melissa L $67,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Becker Melissa L $60,300
Closed Becker Melissa L $65,781
Previous Owner Stibitz Donald A $72,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $67,000 -1.5% $44 / Sq Ft
06/13/2014 06/13/14 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2014 05/14/14 Price Changed $68,000 -9.3% $44 / Sq Ft
04/09/2014 04/09/14 For Sale $75,000 -- $49 / 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 $1,000 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2024 $3,206 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2023 $3,009 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2022 $2,960 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2021 $2,890 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2020 $2,890 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2019 $2,828 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2018 $2,778 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2017 $2,726 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2016 $808 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2015 $808 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
2014 $808 $66,600 $27,700 $38,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kevin Snyder

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Kevin Snyder

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (484) 274-0607

    442 Total Sales

    Kevin Snyder
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  • Victoria Commender

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Victoria Commender

    Century 21 Gold

    (610) 823-1655

    12 Total Sales

    Victoria Commender
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002875802

Bright MLS

APN: 66-5318-09-06-6086

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Hyde Park-Muhlenberg

48 Seminary Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 48 Seminary Ave, Reading, PA 19605 since 09 April 2014 and is currently estimated at $218,930, approximately $143 per square foot. This property was built in 1909. 48 Seminary Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Muhlenberg Elementary Center, C E Cole Intermediate School, and Muhlenberg Junior High School.

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