$185,000

Estimated payment $1,204/month

5 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,806 Sq Ft
$102 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Solid Hardwood Flooring
  • Balcony
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • No HOA
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 4-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

Welcome to 538 S 19th St – a spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home perfect for families or investors looking for space and convenience. This well-maintained property offers generous room sizes, natural light throughout, and key appliances included: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The main floor provides a comfortable flow from the living room to the dining and kitchen areas, while the upper levels boast five bedrooms—ideal for large households or extra office/flex space. Enjoy the added convenience of off-street parking and a backyard for outdoor relaxation. Located near schools, shopping, and major routes, this home is move-in ready and full of potential!

Listing Agent

Leroy Shearin

Ergo Real Estate Company License #Rs352310

Ergo Real Estate Company

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,141

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 1,306 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Side-by-Side
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Plaster Walls
  • Rubber Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,806 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Insulated Windows
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Flooring

  • Solid Hardwood
  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Southern Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4326
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-41-57-4326

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,141

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Side-By-Side
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 538 S 19th St – a spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home perfect for families or investors looking for space and convenience. This well-maintained property offers generous room sizes, natural light throughout, and key appliances included: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The main floor provides a comfortable flow from the living room to the dining and kitchen areas, while the upper levels boast five bedrooms—ideal for large households or extra office/flex space. Enjoy the added convenience of off-street parking and a backyard for outdoor relaxation. Located near schools, shopping, and major routes, this home is move-in ready and full of potential!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Solid Hardwood
  • Window Features: Insulated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Has Laundry, Hookup, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1806
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1806
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 102.44
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1806
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 538

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • 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: Rubber
  • Spa: No
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable Tv Available, Cable Tv, Phone, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable, Satellite

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 117R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1306.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Good, Average, Very Good, Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 852.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2141.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-41-57-4326
  • Tax Lot: 4326
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1806
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $1,289 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2024 $2,109 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2023 $2,077 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2022 $2,077 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2021 $2,077 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2020 $2,056 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2019 $2,056 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2018 $2,056 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2017 $2,042 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2016 $1,167 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2015 $1,167 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
2014 $1,074 $47,500 $14,000 $33,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $185,000 +180.3% $102 / Sq Ft
03/16/2017 03/16/17 Sold $66,000 -2.2% $37 / Sq Ft
01/13/2017 01/13/17 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2016 10/27/16 Price Changed $67,500 -3.4% $37 / Sq Ft
09/26/2016 09/26/16 Price Changed $69,900 -6.7% $39 / Sq Ft
08/29/2016 08/29/16 For Sale $74,900 -- $41 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $66,000 None Available
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes $7,000 None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed $52,000 Conestoga Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $64,804 FHA
Previous Owner $50,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2056940

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-41-57-4326