Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
149 Total Sales
9 in Wyomissing
$135K - $395K Price Range
509 S 5th St Reading, PA 19602
Wyomissing AreaEstimated Value: $197,528
4
Beds
1
Bath
4,948
Sq Ft
$40/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Dual Staircase
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Beamed Ceilings
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Reading Skatepark
About This Home
As of October 2023Huge 4 bedroom 3 story home in the historic Callowhill section of Reading! Dramatic and spacious entryway-foyer, very large living room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling, large formal dining room with built in bar and large windows, large eat in kitchen with dishwasher, gas range, refrigerator, microwave, and laundry area with electric washing machine and gas dryer. Nice patio off the kitchen! Screened in porch overlooking beautiful and private fenced rear yard with mature flowering bushes and trees! No rear neighbor!! Upstairs is the primary bedroom with fireplace, a second large bedroom with vaulted ceiling and a row of high windows and a cedar closet!! The bathroom has a pedestal sink and bidet!! Two additional rooms are on the second floor and could be used as bedrooms or office or studio! The third floor is a large heated bedroom! 2480 square feet at $159,900 is only $64.50 per square foot!!!! Nice well maintained neighborhood!! Possession October 1 as owners are downsizing!! Much furniture and lawn equipment can remain!! A ton of house for the money!!! Live in or invest in this property and watch it appreciate!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 670-2770 info@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 08/14/2023
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,766
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Backs To Open Common Area
- Planted Vegetation
- Back Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Federal Architecture
- Studio
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Rubber Roof
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3.5 Levels
- Partially Furnished
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Fireplace Mantel
- Electric Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Stained Glass
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Gas Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Parking
- Public Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Reading High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9239
- Assessor Parcel Number 01-5306-43-77-9239
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Callowhill Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 14, 2023
Closed on
Oct 3, 2023
Sold by
Klick Madeline C and Klick Kerry
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bob Wertz
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Jimmy Thelusca
Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-6.19%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.68%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Outstanding Balance
$138,264
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$59,264
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2019
Sold by
Klick Madeline C
Bought by
Klick Madeline C and Klick Kerry
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$519,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Klick Madeline C | -- | Amrock Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $142,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Klick Madeline C | $519,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2023 10/03/23 | Sold | $150,000 | -6.2% | $30 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2023 08/20/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/14/2023 08/14/23 | For Sale | $159,900 | -- | $32 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,141 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2025 | $1,097 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2024 | $1,794 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2023 | $1,766 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2022 | $1,766 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2021 | $1,766 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2020 | $1,748 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2019 | $1,748 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2018 | $1,748 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2017 | $1,737 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2016 | $992 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2015 | $992 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
| 2014 | $913 | $40,400 | $9,000 | $31,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bob Wertz
Seller's Agent in 2023
Bob Wertz
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 413-1346
17 Total Sales
-
Jimmy Thelusca
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jimmy Thelusca
Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
(973) 666-1188
128 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2033598
APN: 01-5306-43-77-9239
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