$186,500
SOLD SEP 6, 2024
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,504 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$124 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Attic
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

As of September 2024

Looking for space, comfort, and a move-in ready home that requires nothing more than receiving the keys? This is the home for you. Welcome to 534 S 18th St. This home features a large living room with hardwood floors, a spacious eat-in kitchen, and a beautifully renovated half bathroom conveniently located off the kitchen's mudroom.
Upstairs you will find 3 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and access to a large attic that can be converted into an additional bedroom or extra storage.
This home also offers a fully finished basement perfect for entertainment or more living space. Currently being used as an additional bedroom (4th bed) and offers added space that is being used as a laundry room and plenty of more storage. This home also offers gas heat, a new roof, and a newer hot water heater. This beautiful well-maintained home has something for everyone! Schedule your showing today and contact us with any questions!
*** Open House FRIDAY July 26TH from 5-7 and Saturday July 27th 1-3***

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nicole Kennedy

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS356418

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Kennedy

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS356418

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,371

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,504 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8470
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-8470

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,371

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-07-26
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Looking for space, comfort, and a move-in ready home that requires nothing more than receiving the keys? This is the home for you. Welcome to 534 S 18th St. This home features a large living room with hardwood floors, a spacious eat-in kitchen, and a beautifully renovated half bathroom conveniently located off the kitchen's mudroom. Upstairs you will find 3 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and access to a large attic that can be converted into an additional bedroom or extra storage. This home also offers a fully finished basement perfect for entertainment or more living space. Currently being used as an additional bedroom (4th bed) and offers added space that is being used as a laundry room and plenty of more storage. This home also offers gas heat, a new roof, and a newer hot water heater. This beautiful well-maintained home has something for everyone! Schedule your showing today and contact us with any questions! *** Open House FRIDAY July 26TH from 5-7 and Saturday July 27th 1-3***
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1504
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1504
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 116.29
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1504
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 534

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 957.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2371.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-8470
  • Tax Lot: 8470
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1504
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 09/06/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2024
Closed on
Sep 11, 2024
Sold by
Ortega Cesar Juan and Ortega Joy L
Bought by
Martinez Milagros
Seller's Agent
Nicole Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$186,500
Premium/Discount to List
$11,600
6.63%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$180,518

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,982
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.15%
Original Mortgage
$183,121
Outstanding Balance
$182,158
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$1,191

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2015
Sold by
Ortega Cesar Juan
Bought by
Ortega Cesar Juan and Ortega Joy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,200
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2003
Sold by
Betances Alexander
Bought by
Ortega Cesar Juan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$52,020
Interest Rate
5.34%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2002
Sold by
Hud and Carlson Lew
Bought by
Betances Alexander

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2002
Sold by
Wells Fargo Home Mtg Inc
Bought by
Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2002
Sold by
Dorta Ivan U
Bought by
Wells Fargo Home Mtg Inc

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $186,500 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Natl Title Ins
Deed $51,000 --
Deed $28,000 --
Corporate Deed -- --
Sheriffs Deed $1,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $183,121 FHA
Previous Owner $56,200 VA
Previous Owner $52,020 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/06/2024 09/06/24 Sold $186,500 +6.6% $124 / Sq Ft
07/30/2024 07/30/24 Off Market $174,900 -- --
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2024 07/26/24 For Sale $174,900 -- $116 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,449 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2024 $2,371 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2023 $2,334 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2022 $2,334 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2021 $2,334 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2020 $2,311 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2019 $2,311 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2018 $2,311 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2017 $2,296 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2016 $593 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2015 $1,311 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
2014 $1,207 $53,400 $17,500 $35,900
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2046186

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-8470