Seller's Agent in 2015
Wendy McCooey
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 342-7112
1 in this area
123 Total Sales
518 Dorchester Ave Reading, PA 19609
Estimated Value: $298,000 - $332,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,638
Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Wilson High School Rated A-
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of June 2015Dressed to Impress! Welcome home to this inviting 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Brick Charmer in Wilson School District with a BONUS Family Room, garage and a huge covered rear patio! The cheery front porch entry opens to the Living Room with large windows for natural light and natural hardwood floors that carry into the Dining Room and up to the 2nd floor. An easy flow from the Dining Room carries you into the Family Room with wood-burning fireplace, access to the patio and an exposed brick wall. The Updated Kitchen will not disappoint with new modern flooring and granite counter-tops framed with wainscoting for added texture! Spread out with plenty of pull-out cabinetry for storage and usable counter work space. An updated Powder Room is located just off of the Kitchen aside of the rear entry to the 17 x 16 covered porch with ceiling fan and a view of the flat back yard for warm summer nights. The second floor offers 3 large bedrooms with ample closet space, ceiling fans and a bath with updated vanity. Gas heat, central air, and a large attic and basement for additional storage are a few more features that make this home stand out from the rest!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 342-7112 wmccooey@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS291054 Listed on: 03/25/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,571
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,638 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lincoln Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8865
- Assessor Parcel Number 80-4396-13-02-8865
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2020
Sold by
Abstr Edge
Bought by
Crass Tiffani N
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,000
Outstanding Balance
$93,693
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$221,314
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 25, 2015
Closed on
Jun 12, 2015
Sold by
Schaeffer Daniel A and Schaeffer Sarah
Bought by
Crass Tiffani N
Seller's Agent
Wendy McCooey
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Weaver
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.72%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.86%
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2008
Sold by
French Phillis Shives and French Charles T
Bought by
Schaeffer Daniel A and Vanderbeck Sarah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,075
Interest Rate
4.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crass Tiffani N | -- | Edge Abstract | |
| Crass Tiffani N | $175,000 | None Available | |
| Schaeffer Daniel A | $171,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Crass Tiffani N | $134,000 | |
| Closed | Crass Tiffani N | $140,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schaeffer Daniel A | $170,075 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2015 06/12/15 | Sold | $175,000 | -2.7% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2015 04/12/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/25/2015 03/25/15 | For Sale | $179,900 | -- | $110 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,936 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2024 | $4,381 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2023 | $4,175 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2022 | $4,072 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2021 | $3,929 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2020 | $3,929 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2019 | $3,817 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2018 | $3,784 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2017 | $3,720 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2016 | $1,283 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2015 | $1,283 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
| 2014 | $1,346 | $102,400 | $29,400 | $73,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Wendy McCooey
-
Teresa Weaver
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Teresa Weaver
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 670-2770
2 in this area
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002559982
APN: 80-4396-13-02-8865
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