542 N 8th St Reading, PA 19601
Southeast Reading Neighborhood
5
Beds
1
Bath
1,673
Sq Ft
1,307
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- No HOA
- Efficiency Studio
- Traditional Architecture
- Upgraded Countertops
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of November 2020Welcome to this fully rehabbed home. In it, you will find new flooring and fresh paint throughout the entire house. Walk into the home into a large living room with recessed lighting. On the main floor you will also find a formal dinning room with an elegant remote controlled ceiling fan. The kitchen is decorated with stainless steel appliances, a gray back splash, and an additional space that can be used as a laundry room or converted into a half bathroom. On the second floor you will find three bedrooms. The master bedroom is also decorated with another remote controlled ceiling fan. The third bedroom has a balcony attached to it. The bathroom is newly done with a stand up shower. Continue to the third floor where you will find an additional two bedrooms. Don't miss out on this home, it has so much to offer.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,463
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 1,307 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,673 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Formal Dining Room
- Efficiency Studio
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Kitchen in Efficiency Studio
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Schools
- Northwest Middle School
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4401
- Assessor Parcel Number 11-5307-68-93-4401
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Manzueta Jose
Bought by
Almonte Masiel D Perez
Seller's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
Jesus De La Mora
Realty One Group Alliance
List Price
$115,000
Sold Price
$110,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-4.35%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,681
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.65%
Original Mortgage
$6,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,471
Interest Rate
2.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$170,961
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2019
Sold by
Soriano Juan
Bought by
Manzueta Jose
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,500
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 2, 2018
Closed on
Jun 19, 2018
Sold by
Pinnacle Realty Investment Llc
Bought by
Soriano Juan
Seller's Agent
Mr. Nelson Gamez
Realty One Group Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$42,900
Sold Price
$25,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,900
-41.72%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.35%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2009
Sold by
Marin Cresencia
Bought by
Pinnacle Realty Investment Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,250
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2007
Sold by
Silva Juan R
Bought by
Marin Cresencia
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2006
Sold by
Marin Cresencia
Bought by
Silva Juan R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2005
Sold by
Marin Cresencia and Marin Luis
Bought by
Marin Cresencia
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $110,000 | Title Services | |
| Deed | $23,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $25,000 | Conestoga Title Company | |
| Deed | $24,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $6,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $108,007 | FHA | |
| Closed | $6,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Closed | $5,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $59,500 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $44,250 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2020 11/23/20 | Sold | $110,000 | 0.0% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2020 08/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2020 08/29/20 | Off Market | $110,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2020 08/29/20 | Price Changed | $120,000 | +4.3% | $72 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | For Sale | $115,000 | +360.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2018 06/27/18 | Sold | $25,000 | -41.7% | $15 / Sq Ft |
| 05/25/2018 05/25/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/02/2018 01/02/18 | For Sale | $42,900 | -- | $26 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 | $917 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2024 | $1,501 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2023 | $1,478 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2022 | $1,478 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2021 | $1,478 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2020 | $1,463 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2019 | $1,463 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2018 | $1,463 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2017 | $1,453 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2016 | $830 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2015 | $830 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
| 2014 | $764 | $33,800 | $8,000 | $25,800 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK363118
APN: 11-5307-68-93-4401
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