NOT LISTED FOR SALE

488 Snyder Rd Reading, PA 19605

Outer Muhlenberg Township Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $315,000 - $365,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,470 Sq Ft
$225/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 27, 2023

Last sale price $300,000 $204 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,902/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Garden View
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of November 2023

Best kept two story for the money! Hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths full basement with walkout. Rear entertaining deck. Decorative landscaping. Garage with wide driveway for parking. Very economical electric radiant heat, average $140 per month. No need to pay expensive oil.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Martin

Hostetter Realty LLC License #RS354435 Listed on: 09/21/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Werner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS141675A

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,636

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,470 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Garden Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Storage Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Playground
  • Play Equipment
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating unit installed on the ceiling
  • Coal Stove
  • Heating System Uses Coal
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Well
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6087
  • Assessor Parcel Number 68-5400-12-76-6087

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,636

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Stove - Coal, Stove - Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1470
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1470
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 187.07
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1470
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 488

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Storage Barn/Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Play Area, Play Equipment
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split, Window Unit(s)
  • Monthly Average Electric: 140
  • Previous Twelve Months Electric Expense: 1680.00
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Coal, Electric, Wood
  • Heating Type: Ceiling, Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Wood Burn Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Above Ground, Cable Tv, Electric Available, Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Land Use Code: 111
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 16552.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2559.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3636.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 68-5400-12-76-6087
  • Tax Lot: 6087
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1064
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 11/27/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SCHUYLKILL VALLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2023
Closed on
Nov 27, 2023
Sold by
Hostetler Stephen L and Hostetler Marilee B
Bought by
Peters Paul W and Derecola Devon P
Seller's Agent
John Martin
Hostetter Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mark Werner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
9.09%
Views
86
Current Estimated Value
$330,718

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,718
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.70%
Original Mortgage
$291,000
Outstanding Balance
$286,528
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$44,190

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2012
Sold by
Lord David J and Lord Naomi A
Bought by
Hostetler Stephen L and Hostetler Marilee B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,250
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Peters Paul W $300,000 Signature Abstract
Hostetler Stephen L $115,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Peters Paul W $291,000
Previous Owner Hostetler Stephen L $51,000
Previous Owner Hostetler Stephen L $109,250
Previous Owner Lord Naomi A $116,800
Previous Owner Lord Naomi A $10,000
Previous Owner Lord David J $102,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2023 11/27/23 Sold $300,000 +9.1% $204 / Sq Ft
09/24/2023 09/24/23 Pending -- -- --
09/21/2023 09/21/23 For Sale $275,000 -- $187 / 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 $1,202 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2024 $3,700 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2023 $3,636 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2022 $3,636 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2021 $3,636 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2020 $3,636 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2019 $3,567 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2018 $3,567 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2017 $3,541 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2016 $1,030 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2015 $1,030 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
2014 $1,007 $92,000 $42,200 $49,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Martin

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    John Martin

    Hostetter Realty LLC

    (717) 322-4379

    1 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    John Martin
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  • Mark Werner

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Mark Werner

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 334-9469

    10 in this area

    136 Total Sales

    Mark Werner
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2035034

Bright MLS

APN: 68-5400-12-76-6087

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Outer Muhlenberg Township

488 Snyder Rd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 488 Snyder Rd, Reading, PA 19605 since 21 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $330,718, approximately $224 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 488 Snyder 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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