NOT LISTED FOR SALE

485 Merlin Rd Phoenixville, PA 19460

Estimated Value: $632,000 - $848,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
3,151 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 13, 2017

Last sale price $326,000 $103 Per Sq Ft

Est. 138% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,679/month

117 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Phoenixville Area High School Rated A-
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2017

Unique Opportunity to own a Custom Built Log Home on 2 plus acres backing to stream, Your Own Paradise in Chester Springs. This 4 bedroom Home in East Pikeland Township has over 3,000 square feet. The first floor consists of Living Room, Dinning Room, Family Room with fireplace, Powder Room, and Eat-In-Kitchen. Upstairs are 4 Bedrooms and a Bath. There is a large Multilevel Deck that gives you access to the Master Bedroom and Kitchen. The roof is 6 years young. An Absolutely Must See Property. This home is also available for rent.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Bell

RE/MAX Integrity License #RM419675 Listed on: 09/30/2016

RE/MAX Integrity

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Miraglia

Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,085

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,151 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Merlin Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0048.0100
  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-04 -0048.0100

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,085

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Remarks Public: Unique Opportunity to own a Custom Built Log Home on 2 plus acres backing to stream, Your Own Paradise in Chester Springs. This 4 bedroom Home in East Pikeland Township has over 3,000 square feet. The first floor consists of Living Room, Dinning Room, Family Room with fireplace, Powder Room, and Eat-In-Kitchen. Upstairs are 4 Bedrooms and a Bath. There is a large Multilevel Deck that gives you access to the Master Bedroom and Kitchen. The roof is 6 years young. An Absolutely Must See Property. This home is also available for rent.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Stove - Wood, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3151
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3151
  • Net Sq Ft: 3151.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 103.14
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3151
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 485

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Shed
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Access To Pool: No
  • 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
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: PHOENIXVILLE AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397340

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 121120.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 59110.00
  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.10
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 91476.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 264542
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6085.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 26-04 -0048.0100
  • Tax Lot: 0048.0100
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 02/13/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHOENIXVILLE AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2016
Closed on
Feb 7, 2017
Sold by
Vasko Gregory B and Vasko Karen
Bought by
Buono Bryan F and Buono Bernadette
Seller's Agent
John Bell
RE/MAX Integrity
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Miraglia
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$326,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$73,900
-18.48%
Current Estimated Value
$774,780

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$448,780
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.31%
Original Mortgage
$320,095
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2009
Sold by
Vasko Gregory B and Estate Of John Vasko
Bought by
Vasko Gregory B and Vasko Karen
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
Buono Bryan F $326,000 Title Services
Vasko Gregory B -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Buono Bryan F $150,000
Open Buono Bryan F $315,000
Closed Buono Bryan F $320,095
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/13/2017 02/13/17 Sold $326,000 +0.3% $103 / Sq Ft
01/25/2017 01/25/17 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2016 11/14/16 Price Changed $325,000 -7.1% $103 / Sq Ft
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Price Changed $349,900 -6.7% $111 / Sq Ft
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Price Changed $374,900 -6.3% $119 / Sq Ft
09/30/2016 09/30/16 For Sale $399,900 -- $127 / 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
2024 $6,802 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2023 $6,732 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2022 $6,685 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2021 $6,595 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2020 $6,450 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2019 $6,328 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2018 $6,198 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2017 $6,122 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2016 $826 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2015 $826 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
2014 $826 $180,230 $59,110 $121,120
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Bell

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    John Bell

    RE/MAX

    (610) 458-3456

    83 Total Sales

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  • Kimberly Miraglia

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kimberly Miraglia

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    49 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003577491

Bright MLS

APN: 26-004-0048.0100

Pennsylvania Chester County Phoenixville 19460

485 Merlin Rd, Phoenixville, PA

This home is located at 485 Merlin Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460 since 30 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $749,686, approximately $237 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 485 Merlin Rd is a home located in Chester County with nearby schools including Phoenixville Area Middle School, Phoenixville Area High School, and St. Basil the Great School.

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