NOT LISTED FOR SALE

542 S 18th St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $89,000 - $141,510

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,080 Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2018

Last sale price $52,900 $49 Per Sq Ft

Est. 129% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $782/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Attic
  • Porch
  • 5-minute walk to Pendora Park

About This Home

As of October 2018

Super single home that offers room to grow. This lovely home currently has 2 private bedrooms on the second floor and the third floor could be made into an additional 1 or 2 more bedrooms. It is almost finished now. It also features a covered front porch, a spacious living room, a modern eat in kitchen with nice cabinets and good counter space, efficient gas heat and gas hot water. The kitchen opens up to the rear fenced in yard with a covered patio area for the summer cook outs and entertaining. This house shows well and won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Klonis

Century 21 Gold License #RS223237L Listed on: 09/26/2018

Century 21 Gold

Last Buyer's Agent

Renso Minaya

United Real Estate Strive 212 License #RS301073

United Real Estate Strive 212

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R3

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8372
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-8372

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Dryer, No Warranties On Appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Remarks Public: Super single home that offers room to grow. This lovely home currently has 2 private bedrooms on the second floor and the third floor could be made into an additional 1 or 2 more bedrooms. It is almost finished now. It also features a covered front porch, a spacious living room, a modern eat in kitchen with nice cabinets and good counter space, efficient gas heat and gas hot water. The kitchen opens up to the rear fenced in yard with a covered patio area for the summer cook outs and entertaining. This house shows well and won't last long!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1080
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1080
  • Net Sq Ft: 1080.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 48.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 542

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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
  • 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

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 27300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 17500.00
  • Land Use Code: 121
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1460448
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1939.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-8372
  • Tax Lot: 8372
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 10/29/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2018
Closed on
Oct 23, 2018
Sold by
Reifsnyder John E and Reifsnyder Linda
Bought by
Nunez Torres Iverlyn
Seller's Agent
Michael Klonis
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Renso Minaya
United Real Estate Strive 212
List Price
$52,900
Sold Price
$52,900
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$121,378

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,478
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.32%
Original Mortgage
$51,892
Outstanding Balance
$46,133
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$67,853

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2012
Sold by
Reifsnyder Lydia and Reifsnyder John Eric
Bought by
Reifsnyder John E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2012
Sold by
Reifsnyder John Eric and Estate Of Mary Reifsnyder
Bought by
Reifsnyder Lydia
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
Nunez Torres Iverlyn $52,900 Stewart Abstract
Reifsnyder John E $23,000 None Available
Reifsnyder Lydia -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nunez Torres Iverlyn $51,892
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2018 10/29/18 Sold $52,900 0.0% $49 / Sq Ft
10/03/2018 10/03/18 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2018 10/02/18 Off Market $52,900 -- --
09/26/2018 09/26/18 For Sale $52,900 -- $49 / 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 $1,216 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2024 $1,989 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2023 $1,958 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2022 $1,958 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2021 $1,958 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2020 $1,939 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2019 $1,939 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2018 $1,939 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2017 $1,926 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2016 $1,100 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2015 $1,100 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
2014 $1,012 $44,800 $17,500 $27,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Klonis

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Michael Klonis

    Century 21 Gold

    (610) 858-4748

    145 Total Sales

    Michael Klonis
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  • Renso Minaya

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Renso Minaya

    United Real Estate Strive 212

    (610) 587-8673

    7 in this area

    155 Total Sales

    Renso Minaya
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1007537006

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-8372

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

542 S 18th St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 542 S 18th St, Reading, PA 19606 since 26 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $121,378, approximately $112 per square foot. This property was built in 1901. 542 S 18th 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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