$159,500
SOLD OCT 11, 2023
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,708 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$93 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Porch
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Dining Room

About This Home

As of January 2025

*ALL OFFERS ARE DUE BY 3 PM ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2023*
This home offers a welcoming front porch with newer front door and storm door and has been updated throughout. The walls have new drywall and painted with tasteful paint decor colors throughout the home, and the flooring has been updated with new LVT flooring on the main level and new carpeting on the second and third floors. The living room is spacious and bright, the dining room is perfect for enjoying a sit down meal or entertaining during the upcoming holidays, and the kitchen cabinetry has been freshly painted and all appliances remain. The main level of this home also offers a full bathroom complete with stall shower and a new toilet, vanity and lighting and laundry facilities. No more lugging the laundry basket to the basement! The second floor provides three bedrooms, however, the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are shared and provide access to the second full bathroom with new flooring, vanity, lighting, and tile around tub. This bedroom bath combination would make for a great office or other non personal space if the bedroom space is not needed. The 3rd level of the home offers a 4th bedroom. There is a nice, flat backyard, and it is just a short walk to the Neversink Loop Trail where you can enjoy birding, hiking, and mountain biking. Quick Possession Possible! Nothing Left to do but Move In!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Brickner

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS316723 Listed on: 08/28/2023

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Renee Hamilton

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,945

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,708 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Electric Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3431
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-39-37-3431

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,945

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2023-09-01
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1708
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1708
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 87.76
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1708
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 549

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Flat
  • Spa: No
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 117R
  • Lot Features: Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: R3
  • Zoning Description: Residential District

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 798.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1945.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-39-37-3431
  • Tax Lot: 3431
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1708
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 10/11/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2024
Closed on
Jan 30, 2025
Sold by
Williams Zachary and Witmer Skye
Bought by
Perry Justin W and Robertson Zoe G
Seller's Agent
NOAH SENDATCH
Iron Valley Real Estate of Central PA
Buyer's Agent
Alison Burke
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-5.41%
Views
205
Current Estimated Value
$176,680

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,680
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.33%
Original Mortgage
$8,750
Outstanding Balance
$8,735
Interest Rate
6.72%
Estimated Equity
$166,528

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2023
Closed on
Oct 3, 2023
Sold by
Miller Curtis T and Miller Christine E
Bought by
Williams Zachary and Witmer Skye
Seller's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Renee Hamilton
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$159,500
Premium/Discount to List
$9,600
6.4%
Views
98

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%
Original Mortgage
$152,290
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2014
Closed on
Aug 29, 2014
Sold by
Poncavage Pawlewicz Stella A and Miller Patricia
Bought by
Miller Curtis T and Miller Christine E
Seller's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$15,000
Sold Price
$15,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.59%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 1994
Bought by
Pawlewicz Stella A Poncavage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $175,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $159,500 Title Services
Deed $15,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $8,750 No Value Available
Open $171,830 FHA
Previous Owner $152,290 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Sold $175,000 -5.4% $102 / Sq Ft
12/13/2024 12/13/24 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2024 11/18/24 For Sale $185,000 +16.0% $108 / Sq Ft
10/11/2023 10/11/23 Sold $159,500 +6.4% $93 / Sq Ft
09/01/2023 09/01/23 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2023 08/28/23 For Sale $149,900 +899.3% $88 / Sq Ft
08/29/2014 08/29/14 Sold $15,000 0.0% $9 / Sq Ft
08/22/2014 08/22/14 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2014 08/07/14 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2014 08/06/14 For Sale $15,000 -- $9 / 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 $1,208 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2024 $1,976 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2023 $1,945 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2022 $1,945 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2021 $1,945 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2020 $1,926 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2019 $1,926 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2018 $1,926 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2017 $1,913 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2016 $1,093 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2015 $1,093 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
2014 $1,006 $44,500 $15,800 $28,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2033766

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-39-37-3431