521 Curtis Ave Reading, PA 19601
Glenside Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,127
Sq Ft
6,970
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Living Room
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of October 2019Great location on this 3 bedroom single in a quiet peaceful neighborhood that is close to hospital and major highways. Fabulous price with very solid fundamentals, new roof in 2007, replacement windows, newer gas furnace and hot water heater, extension on garage with a workshop area. Huge level "almost" fenced in yard, economical gas heat and plenty of storage make this home a must see! Why rent when you can own for less. Call to see this one!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Asbestos
Interior Spaces
- 1,127 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Vinyl Flooring
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Water Treatment System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Exterior Lighting
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Greenfields Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5541
- Assessor Parcel Number 27-4398-16-92-5541
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2019
Closed on
Oct 11, 2019
Sold by
Bauman Traci Steffey and Steffey Traci L
Bought by
Burgos Ashley K and Svetz Scott
Seller's Agent
Judith Bispels
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
Buyer's Agent
nonmember nonmember
NON MBR Office
List Price
$134,500
Sold Price
$134,500
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
$150,395
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.44%
Original Mortgage
$130,465
Outstanding Balance
$115,545
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$150,251
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2013
Closed on
Jun 9, 2014
Sold by
Brame Matthew L and Adams Brame Casey L
Bought by
Steffey Traci L
Seller's Agent
Victoria Venezia
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$105,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-4.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$103,098
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 25, 2012
Closed on
Nov 21, 2012
Sold by
Stiely Alverda R
Bought by
Brame Matthew L and Adams Casey L
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Johnson
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Venezia
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$97,000
Sold Price
$94,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-3.09%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%
Original Mortgage
$92,287
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2001
Sold by
Stiely Norman C and Stiely Alverda R
Bought by
Stiely Norman C and Stiely Alverda R
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $134,500 | Edge Abstract | |
| Deed | $105,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $94,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $130,465 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $103,098 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $92,287 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2019 10/11/19 | Sold | $134,500 | 0.0% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2019 09/04/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2019 08/29/19 | For Sale | $134,500 | +28.1% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2014 07/07/14 | Sold | $105,000 | -4.5% | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2014 05/20/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2014 04/09/14 | For Sale | $109,900 | 0.0% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 02/26/2014 02/26/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/19/2014 02/19/14 | For Sale | $109,900 | 0.0% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2013 11/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2013 10/21/13 | Price Changed | $109,900 | -4.4% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2013 08/29/13 | For Sale | $114,900 | +22.2% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 11/26/2012 11/26/12 | Sold | $94,000 | 0.0% | $83 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2012 10/25/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2012 09/05/12 | Price Changed | $94,000 | -3.1% | $83 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2012 06/25/12 | For Sale | $97,000 | -- | $86 / 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 | $1,388 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2024 | $2,794 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2023 | $2,721 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2022 | $2,721 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2021 | $2,721 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2020 | $2,721 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2019 | $2,652 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2018 | $2,652 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2017 | $2,633 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2016 | $931 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2015 | $931 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
| 2014 | $931 | $68,600 | $28,700 | $39,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
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Seller's Agent in 2019
Judith Bispels
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
nonmember nonmember
NON MBR Office
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Victoria Venezia
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 781-9626
2 in this area
99 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Randy Weeber
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 858-4134
148 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2012
Rebecca Johnson
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 507-6281
1 in this area
86 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004011880
APN: 27-4398-16-92-5541
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