NOT LISTED FOR SALE

542 S 17th St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $116,000 - $157,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
840 Sq Ft
$159/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 27, 2022

Last sale price $113,000 $135 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $805/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • No HOA
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of December 2022

Welcome to 542 S 17th Street. Recently renovated this home located in Reading is a must see. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, has an updated kitchen, bathroom, brand new window, light fixtures and much more!!! If you are looking for a quality home at an affordable price this is it. Schedule your private tour today!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Colon

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 11/07/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Bauer

Springer Realty Group License #RS322195

Springer Realty Group

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,534

Year Built

  • Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 840 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3319
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-3319

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,534

Year Built

Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Renovated: 2022
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 542 S 17th Street. Recently renovated this home located in Reading is a must see. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, has an updated kitchen, bathroom, brand new window, light fixtures and much more!!! If you are looking for a quality home at an affordable price this is it. Schedule your private tour today!!!
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 840
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 840
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 140.36
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 840
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 542

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: Brick
  • Roof: Rubber
  • 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
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • 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

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 19300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 15800.00
  • Land Use Code: 112R
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: RESI

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1460375
  • School Tax: 629.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1534.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-3319
  • Tax Lot: 3319
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 840
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 12/27/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2022
Closed on
Jan 3, 2023
Sold by
Smith Daniel T
Bought by
Mojica Lesley Ivette
Seller's Agent
Joseph Colon
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Bauer
Springer Realty Group
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$113,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
2.82%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$133,248

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,248
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.29%
Original Mortgage
$110,953
Outstanding Balance
$107,742
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$15,416

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2004
Sold by
Blinski Anna C and Adamski Theresa E
Bought by
Smith Daniel T
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Mojica Lesley Ivette $113,000 --
Smith Daniel T $28,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mojica Lesley Ivette $8,469
Open Mojica Lesley Ivette $110,953
Previous Owner Smith Daniel T $34,766
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/27/2022 12/27/22 Sold $113,000 -4.2% $135 / Sq Ft
11/18/2022 11/18/22 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2022 11/16/22 Price Changed $117,900 +7.3% $140 / Sq Ft
11/07/2022 11/07/22 For Sale $109,900 -- $131 / 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 $953 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2024 $1,559 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2023 $1,534 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2022 $1,534 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2021 $1,534 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2020 $1,519 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2019 $1,519 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2018 $1,519 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2017 $1,509 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2016 $862 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2015 $862 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
2014 $793 $35,100 $15,800 $19,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joseph Colon

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Joseph Colon

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (484) 650-6749

    11 in this area

    210 Total Sales

    Joseph Colon
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  • Andrew Bauer

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Andrew Bauer

    Springer Realty Group

    (610) 428-5153

    1 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Andrew Bauer
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2023668

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-3319

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

542 S 17th St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 542 S 17th St, Reading, PA 19606 since 07 November 2022 and is currently estimated at $133,248, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 542 S 17th 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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