$300,000
SOLD JUN 29, 2012

537 N Brobst St Reading, PA 19607

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,632 Sq Ft
0.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$83 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

326 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Commercial Range
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2012

Exquisite stone Colonial on over 1/2 acre lot in Shillington with heated inground pool. 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, 3 fireplaces, first floor family room along with lower level rec room. Updated roof and mechanicals as well as central air. Covered side porch and first floor laundry/mud room. One year home warranty at full price. Quick possession possible. Mifflin schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ronald Samsel

United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS202136L Listed on: 06/03/2011

United Real Estate Strive 212

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Gardinier

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks License #RS302771

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,632 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Commercial Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Water Treatment System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3649
  • Assessor Parcel Number 77-4396-19-60-3649

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Window Treatments, Pool Equipment
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public: Exquisite stone Colonial on over 1/2 acre lot in Shillington with heated inground pool. 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, 3 fireplaces, first floor family room along with lower level rec room. Updated roof and mechanicals as well as central air. Covered side porch and first floor laundry/mud room. One year home warranty at full price. Quick possession possible. Mifflin schools.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Treat System, Stall Shower
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Stone
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 11
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3632
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3632
  • Net Sq Ft: 3632.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 85.32
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3632
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 537

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Underground, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 126800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 90800.00
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.61
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 26572.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1564792
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7621.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 77-4396-19-60-3649
  • Tax Lot: 3649
  • Tax Year: 2011
  • Close Date: 06/29/2012

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2020
Sold by
Hill Steven G
Bought by
Hill Steven G and Beck Hill Jennifer

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2011
Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Griffith Matthew D
Bought by
Hill Steven G
Seller's Agent
Ronald Samsel
United Real Estate Strive 212
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Gardinier
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-14.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.07%
Original Mortgage
$292,395
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2007
Sold by
Morelli John M and Morelli Elizabeth K
Bought by
Griffith Matthew D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2003
Sold by
Master Andrea V R
Bought by
Morelli John M and Morelli Elizabeth K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $300,000 None Available
Deed $390,000 None Available
Deed $333,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $202,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $284,000 Balloon
Closed $292,395 FHA
Previous Owner $312,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $225,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $525,000 -8.7% $145 / Sq Ft
06/15/2025 06/15/25 Price Changed $575,000 -4.0% $158 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Price Changed $599,000 -3.4% $165 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $619,900 -3.9% $171 / Sq Ft
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $645,000 +115.0% $178 / Sq Ft
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Sold $300,000 -3.2% $83 / Sq Ft
04/24/2012 04/24/12 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2011 12/01/11 Price Changed $309,900 -6.1% $85 / Sq Ft
07/12/2011 07/12/11 Price Changed $329,900 -5.7% $91 / Sq Ft
06/03/2011 06/03/11 For Sale $349,900 -- $96 / 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 $3,515 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2024 $9,919 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2023 $9,661 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2022 $9,552 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2021 $9,443 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2020 $9,443 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2019 $3,625 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2018 $9,226 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2017 $9,055 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2016 $3,095 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2015 $3,095 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
2014 $2,828 $217,600 $90,800 $126,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004413798

Bright MLS

APN: 77-4396-19-60-3649