NOT LISTED FOR SALE

526 S 18th St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $138,000 - $184,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
984 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2021

Last sale price $115,000 $117 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $993/month

173 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Pendora Park
  • No HOA
  • Hot Water Heating System

About This Home

As of April 2021

Welcome to this unique property. This lot contains two separate homes allowing for various usage options. You can live in one while renting the other and so much more! First home is a semi detached property and contains 3 bedrooms. It is currently rented for $874. The second home is another semi detached with two bedrooms. This property is currently rented for $720. Investors - this could be your next investment opportunity as both properties are currently rented. Property is being sold as is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jose Manzueta

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 08/17/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Jose Manzueta

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 08/17/2020

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,181

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 984 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • 16Th-Haak Elementary School
  • Southern Middle School
  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Penn Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8488
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-8488

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,181

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator and stove
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2020-08-17
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this unique property. This lot contains two separate homes allowing for various usage options. You can live in one while renting the other and so much more! First home is a semi detached property and contains 3 bedrooms. It is currently rented for $874. The second home is another semi detached with two bedrooms. This property is currently rented for $720. Investors - this could be your next investment opportunity as both properties are currently rented. Property is being sold as is.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 984
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 984
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 121.85
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 984
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 526

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Roof: Rubber, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • Elementary School: 16TH-HAAK
  • Middle School: SOUTHERN
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: 16TH-HAAK
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • Middle Or Junior School: SOUTHERN

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 34100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 15800.00
  • Land Use Code: 149
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1460455
  • School Tax: 895.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2181.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-8488
  • Tax Lot: 8488
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 984
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 04/12/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2020
Closed on
Apr 12, 2021
Sold by
Gandia Marta C
Bought by
Figueroa Jose A Navarro and Sostre Luz N
Seller's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-11.47%
Current Estimated Value
$160,800

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,800
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.49%
Original Mortgage
$112,917
Outstanding Balance
$103,123
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$47,846

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2017
Sold by
Gandia Noel
Bought by
Gandia Marta C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Lebron Fidel and Lebron Norma
Bought by
Gandia Noel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,620
Interest Rate
9.35%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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
Figueroa Jose A Navarro $115,000 Edge Abstract
Gandia Marta C -- --
Gandia Noel $79,600 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Figueroa Jose A Navarro $112,917
Previous Owner Kalabovic Safet $27,750
Previous Owner Gandia Noel $75,620
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Sold $115,000 0.0% $117 / Sq Ft
02/07/2021 02/07/21 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2021 02/07/21 Off Market $115,000 -- --
12/23/2020 12/23/20 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $122 / Sq Ft
12/08/2020 12/08/20 For Sale $129,900 +13.0% $132 / Sq Ft
11/09/2020 11/09/20 Off Market $115,000 -- --
11/09/2020 11/09/20 For Sale $129,900 +13.0% $132 / Sq Ft
10/27/2020 10/27/20 Off Market $115,000 -- --
08/17/2020 08/17/20 For Sale $129,900 -- $132 / 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 $1,354 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2024 $2,216 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2023 $2,181 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2022 $2,181 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2021 $2,181 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2020 $2,159 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2019 $2,159 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2018 $2,159 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2017 $2,145 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2016 $1,226 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2015 $1,226 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
2014 $1,128 $49,900 $15,800 $34,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jose Manzueta

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jose Manzueta

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

    (484) 219-9232

    14 in this area

    276 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK362450

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-8488

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

526 S 18th St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 526 S 18th St, Reading, PA 19606 since 17 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $160,997, approximately $163 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 526 S 18th St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including 16th & Haak Elementary School, Central Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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