NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Brownsville Rd Reading, PA 19608

Lower Heidelberg Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $419,803 - $506,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,418 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2013

Last sale price $169,900 $70 Per Sq Ft

Est. 167% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,629/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Wilson High School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2013

Remarkable million dollar view of Blue Marsh. this home is an estate being sold "As Is", needs some cosmetics but the mechanicals are good. Quick possession available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randy Skokowski

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-206630-L Listed on: 02/26/2013

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Weikel

Weikel Realty Group LLC License #RM422649

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,465

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,418 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Water Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5701
  • Assessor Parcel Number 49-4377-02-89-5701

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,465

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Bi-Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Master Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2418
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2418
  • Net Sq Ft: 2418.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 70.26
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2418
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WILSON
  • School District Key: 300200397305

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 20909.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1519741
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3465.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 49-4377-02-89-5701
  • Tax Lot: 5701
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 04/30/2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2021
Sold by
Hill Thomas A and Hill Caroline
Bought by
Fussner Sakira L
Current Estimated Value
$452,921

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2016
Sold by
Hill Thomas A and Hill Caroline P
Bought by
Hill Thomas A and Hill Caroline P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
2.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2013
Closed on
Apr 30, 2013
Sold by
Reis David M
Bought by
Hill Thomas A and Lash Caroline P
Seller's Agent
Randy Skokowski
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Chris Weikel
Weikel Realty Group LLC
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$169,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-5.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.57%
Original Mortgage
$152,910
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1972
Bought by
Reis Raymond and Mary Ann
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
Fussner Sakira L $337,500 None Available
Hill Thomas A -- Attorney
Hill Thomas A $169,900 None Available
Reis Raymond -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hill Thomas A $148,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas A $152,910
Previous Owner Reis Raymond $25,000
Previous Owner Reis Raymond $25,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2013 04/30/13 Sold $169,900 0.0% $70 / Sq Ft
03/20/2013 03/20/13 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2013 03/20/13 Off Market $169,900 -- --
03/13/2013 03/13/13 Price Changed $169,900 -5.6% $70 / Sq Ft
02/26/2013 02/26/13 For Sale $179,900 -- $74 / 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 $1,524 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2024 $4,311 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2023 $4,165 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2022 $4,068 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2021 $3,863 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2020 $3,863 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2019 $3,758 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2018 $3,687 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2017 $3,589 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2016 $1,329 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2015 $1,329 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
2014 $1,319 $96,700 $29,600 $67,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Randy Skokowski

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Randy Skokowski

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 858-3760

    54 Total Sales

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  • Chris Weikel

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Chris Weikel

    Weikel Realty Group LLC

    (610) 914-3199

    3 in this area

    108 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003346230

Bright MLS

APN: 49-4377-02-89-5701

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19608 Lower Heidelberg

521 Brownsville Rd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 521 Brownsville Rd, Reading, PA 19608 since 26 February 2013 and is currently estimated at $451,701, approximately $186 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 521 Brownsville Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Green Valley Elementary School, Wilson West Middle School, and Wilson High School.

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