NOT LISTED FOR SALE

538 S 18th St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $138,000 - $178,056

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,375 Sq Ft
$108/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 30, 2023

Last sale price $128,000 $93 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $969/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.1 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • 5-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

As of November 2023

Well maintained Reading City twin that features 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath, an oversized family room and a rare oversized fenced in yard. The spacious side and rear areas are ideal for entertaining...or perhaps a great play space for either pets or children. This one won't last long!! Sale is contingent on sellers finding suitable housing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anthony Borelli

Century 21 Gold License #RS227951L Listed on: 09/01/2023

Century 21 Gold

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Borelli

Century 21 Gold License #RS227951L Listed on: 09/01/2023

Century 21 Gold

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,658

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,375 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8377
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-8377

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,658

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2023-09-01
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1375
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1375
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 83.56
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1375
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 538

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: Stucco, Brick
  • Roof: Pitched, 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
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • 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: 149
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R-3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1090.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2658.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-8377
  • Tax Lot: 8377
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1375
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 11/30/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2023
Closed on
Nov 30, 2023
Sold by
Kessock Joy E and Shirey Robin S
Bought by
Salamer Grimer Rentas and Rivera Jose Martinez
Seller's Agent
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Borelli
Century 21 Gold
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$128,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,100
11.4%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
154
Current Estimated Value
$148,514

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,514
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.27%
Original Mortgage
$125,681
Outstanding Balance
$123,875
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$24,639

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2019
Sold by
Perrine Joy and Shirey Robin S
Bought by
Kessock Joy E and Shirey Robin S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$47,200
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2010
Sold by
Gauker Judy M
Bought by
Perrine Joy and Shirey Robin S
Source: Public Records

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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
Salamer Grimer Rentas $128,000 None Listed On Document
Kessock Joy E -- Old Republic Natl Ttl Ins Co
Perrine Joy $48,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Salamer Grimer Rentas $125,681
Closed Salamer Grimer Rentas $6,400
Previous Owner Kessock Joy E $47,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/30/2023 11/30/23 Sold $128,000 +11.4% $93 / Sq Ft
09/06/2023 09/06/23 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2023 09/01/23 For Sale $114,900 -- $84 / 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 $1,650 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2024 $2,700 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2023 $2,658 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2022 $2,658 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2021 $2,658 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2020 $2,631 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2019 $2,631 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2018 $2,631 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2017 $2,614 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2016 $1,493 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2015 $1,493 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
2014 $1,374 $60,800 $26,300 $34,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anthony Borelli

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Anthony Borelli

    Century 21 Gold

    (610) 507-3520

    8 in this area

    284 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2033674

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-8377

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

538 S 18th St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 538 S 18th St, Reading, PA 19606 since 01 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $148,514, approximately $108 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 538 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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