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Seller's Agent in 2019
Bonnie Eshelman
RE/MAX of Reading
54 Speck Rd Mohnton, PA 19540
Brecknock NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $282,000 - $511,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,379
Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Parking available for a boat
- View of Trees or Woods
- Open Floorplan
- In Ground Pool
- 7.47 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of April 2019Motivated Seller - Beautiful 3-4 BR log home with huge detached brick garage (with stable/hay loft) located on a private wooded 5 acre lot, with additional separately deeded 2.51 acre building lot bordering Camp Adahi......Continue up the macadam driveway and you'll fall in love with the serene setting and lovely mature landscaping with stone walkways and walls. The main house has a 1-car basement garage for a small car, if needed. As you walk toward the home, you'll walk over a brick paver patio which leads you to the full covered front porch with custom iron railings. Enter the front door and see the custom handmade black walnut tiled kitchen with granite counter tops, a center peninsula and a cheery informal dining area with a coffee bar. Beyond that is the open beam ceiling of the cozy family room featuring a bay window and laminate wood floors. Continue on into a large remodeled laundry room with a custom tiled floor, laundry shoot and built-in cabinetry with rear access to the pool area and yard. Back track and you'll find two spacious bedrooms with large closets that are serviced by a lovely remodeled tiled bath with shower and solid oak vanity top. Continue to the other side of the main level and focus on the spacious great room boasting a custom stained glass window, a cathedral ceiling with 2 skylights and a view of an open staircase leading to a loft which would make a great place to relax and read. Pass through the dining room and open the French doors which lead you to the in-ground pool area, complete with cement patio-surround, pergola and stone fire pit with seating. The upper level boasts a private area which could be used as a nursery/office/4th bedroom and a spacious master suite featuring a full tiled bath and shower with double tiled vanity, two walk-in closets, a huge linen closet and access to a large attic space. The unfinished basement has plenty of room for a workshop and loads of storage, in addition to a huge crawl space which is under the large addition added in 1986. A coal furnace and coal bin are present for auxiliary heat, in addition to the oil furnace with 2 zones. This homes offers a very flexible floor plan, plenty of storage, and is a little piece of paradise you will want to call your new home. There are also 3 fenced areas for your animals to enjoy. The location is one which you can get to 3 different counties in less than 15 minutes and have access to restaurants and all different kinds of shopping. Enjoy every season living in this wonderful country property!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Bonnie Eshelman
(610) 207-4716 BEshelman@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS142433A Listed on: 09/10/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Moyer
(610) 372-3200 jennifermoyer@homesale.com BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,753
Year Built
- Built in 1978 | Remodeled in 1986
Lot Details
- 7.47 Acre Lot
- Rural Setting
- Stone Retaining Walls
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Open Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Parcel No. 34-5302-02-59-4813---2 Separate Deeds (Both properties included in total purchase price, as well as taxes and size)
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 3 Garage Spaces | 1 Attached and 2 Detached
- 6 Open Parking Spaces
- Basement Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking available for a boat
Home Design
- Log Cabin
- Block Foundation
- Wood Walls
- Pitched Roof
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Log Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,379 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Stained Glass
- Bay Window
- French Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Views of Woods
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Country Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Tile or Brick
- Slate Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry Chute
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
- Garage Access
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Drain
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Flood Lights
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Schools
- Brecknock Elementary School
- Governor Mifflin High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Zoned Heating
- Heating System Uses Coal
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Hot Water Heating System
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Water Conditioner is Owned
- On Site Septic
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- None/Other Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0706
- Assessor Parcel Number 34-5302-02-69-0706
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Smith Darren C and Salata Chevon M
Bought by
Salata Chevon M
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 17, 2014
Sold by
Schartel David and Schartel Denise A
Bought by
Schartel Denise A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2013
Sold by
Schartel David M and Schartel Denise A
Bought by
Schartel Denise A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salata Chevon M | -- | Keystone Title | |
| Schartel Denise A | -- | None Available | |
| Schartel Denise A | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Salata Chevon M | $388,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Darren C | $310,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Schartel David M | $55,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schartel Denise A | $30,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2019 04/24/19 | Sold | $365,000 | -4.6% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2019 02/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/02/2019 01/02/19 | Price Changed | $382,500 | -1.9% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2018 11/19/18 | Price Changed | $389,900 | -2.5% | $164 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2018 10/23/18 | Price Changed | $399,900 | -2.4% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2018 09/27/18 | Price Changed | $409,900 | -2.3% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2018 09/10/18 | For Sale | $419,500 | -- | $176 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,296 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2024 | $7,955 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2023 | $7,660 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2022 | $7,564 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2021 | $7,467 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2020 | $7,467 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2019 | $7,323 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2018 | $7,227 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2017 | $7,076 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2016 | $1,827 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2015 | $1,827 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
| 2014 | $1,757 | $192,300 | $62,800 | $129,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jennifer Moyer
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003265808
APN: 34-5302-02-69-0706
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