$115,000
SOLD OCT 18, 2023
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,018 Sq Ft
1,306 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$113 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Attic
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Porch

About This Home

As of May 2025

New to market, compare the feature and location of this east Reading home. The deluxe large eat-in kitchen includes lots of quality wood cabinetry, a built-in double oven and microwave, smooth glass cook-top, dishwasher, double sink and pantry. There is also a sliding glass door leading to a covered porch and patio. The main level also includes a large living room, dining area and convenient 1/2 bath. The 2nd floor includes 2 bedrooms with closets, and a full bath with shower/tub. The 3rd bedroom is a finished attic with pitched ceilings and under rafter storage areas. There is a full unfinished basement with laundry, washer and dryer included with the sale of the home. There is a large fenced rear yard and 1 car garage, (as-is condition). Schedule your appointment today to see this home before it's too late.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Shanaman

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS182255L Listed on: 09/29/2023

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Shanaman

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS182255L Listed on: 09/29/2023

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,692

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,306 Sq Ft Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,018 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8265
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-47-8265

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,692

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Flat Glass Cooktop, Double Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, basement freezer and refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1018
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1018
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 117.88
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1018
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 550

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Land Use Code: 112R
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1306.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 694.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1692.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-47-8265
  • Tax Lot: 8265
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1018
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 10/18/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Solano Jorge F
Bought by
Natal Norma Enid
Seller's Agent
Jose Candelaria
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Sam Olivares
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
6.06%
Views
35

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.01%
Original Mortgage
$8,750
Outstanding Balance
$8,742
Interest Rate
6.67%
Estimated Equity
$163,606

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2023
Closed on
Oct 18, 2023
Sold by
Firek Jeanette S
Bought by
Solano Jorge F
Seller's Agent
Mark Shanaman
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Mark Shanaman
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$120,000
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-4.17%
Views
57

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
31.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 1998
Bought by
Firek Jeanette S
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 Signature Abstract
Deed $115,000 Signature Abstract
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 $96,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Sold $175,000 -2.8% $153 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Price Changed $180,000 +9.1% $157 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 For Sale $165,000 +43.5% $144 / Sq Ft
10/18/2023 10/18/23 Sold $115,000 -4.2% $113 / Sq Ft
10/03/2023 10/03/23 Pending -- -- --
09/29/2023 09/29/23 For Sale $120,000 -- $118 / 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 $1,050 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2024 $1,718 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2023 $1,692 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2022 $1,692 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2021 $1,692 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2020 $1,675 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2019 $1,675 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2018 $1,675 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2017 $1,664 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2016 $950 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2015 $950 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
2014 $875 $38,700 $14,000 $24,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2035106

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-47-8265