NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 S 18 1/2 St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $82,000 - $136,409

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 Sq Ft
$113/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 24, 2018

Last sale price $36,000 $36 Per Sq Ft

Est. 218% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $685/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

As of October 2018

Why pay rent when you can own this adorable home that is move in ready. The 3 Bedroom home features new wall to wall carpeting on the first and second floor, an updated kitchen, and a modern full bathroom. All appliances are included along with several AC units. The gas water heater is less than 5 years old and the gas furnace is less than 10 years old. Head outside the back door and enjoy the wooden deck while looking at Reading's Historical Pagoda high on top of Mt. Penn. So what are you waiting for, come see this home and get ready to move!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey Weikel

(610) 451-3133 jeffweikel@weikelrealtygroup.com Weikel Realty Group LLC Listed on: 10/04/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Juan Cortes

(610) 463-6693 jcortes@homesale.com BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,008 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1368
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-41-57-1368

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove, Microwaves, Washer, Dryer, A/C Units, Lawn Mower
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1008
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1008
  • Net Sq Ft: 1008.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 37.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1008
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 23100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 14000.00
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1307.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1460528
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1606.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-41-57-1368
  • Tax Lot: 1368
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2018
Closed on
Oct 24, 2018
Sold by
Max Darren J
Bought by
Osejo Carlos Arturo Hernandez and Calderon Erlis Diaz
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Weikel
Weikel Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Juan Cortes
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$37,900
Sold Price
$36,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-5.01%
Current Estimated Value
$114,352

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,352
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1993
Bought by
Max Darren J
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
Osejo Carlos Arturo Hernandez $36,000 Conestoga Title Company
Max Darren J $46,300 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/24/2018 10/24/18 Sold $36,000 -5.0% $36 / Sq Ft
10/08/2018 10/08/18 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2018 10/04/18 For Sale $37,900 -- $38 / 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 $1,007 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2024 $1,647 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2023 $1,622 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2022 $1,622 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2021 $1,622 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2020 $1,606 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2019 $1,606 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2018 $1,606 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2017 $1,595 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2016 $911 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2015 $911 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
2014 $838 $37,100 $14,000 $23,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeffrey Weikel

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Jeffrey Weikel

    Weikel Realty Group LLC

    (610) 451-3133

    20 Total Sales

    Jeffrey Weikel
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  • Juan Cortes

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Juan Cortes

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 463-6693

    22 in this area

    350 Total Sales

    Juan Cortes
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1008353788

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-41-57-1368

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

540 S 18 1/2 St, Reading, PA

Not Listed for Sale

Townhouses

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