557 Centre St Reading, PA 19605
Hyde Park-Muhlenberg Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,142
Sq Ft
0.49
Acres
Highlights
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- No HOA
- Oversized Parking
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 2-minute walk to Hyde Park Playground
About This Home
As of November 2024Turnkey 3 bedroom (one walk through) 1 bath Hyde Park home! Perfectly updated throughout, large lot encompassing almost 1/2 acres and an oversized detached two car garage. Gourmet kitchen, large living room, beautifully updated bathroom and a flexible floor plan. Schedule your private showing today and welcome yourself home to 557 Centre Street!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,888
Year Built
- Built in 1948 | Remodeled in 2024
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,142 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Unfinished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hyde Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7537
- Assessor Parcel Number 66-5308-12-85-7537
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2024
Closed on
Nov 1, 2024
Sold by
Bortz Zachary A
Bought by
Quintanilla Jose Isidro Cerva
Seller's Agent
Justin Horst
Pagoda Realty
Buyer's Agent
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Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$274,900
Sold Price
$272,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.73%
Views
92
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
-$2,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.00%
Original Mortgage
$264,713
Outstanding Balance
$263,402
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,570
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2024
Closed on
Aug 14, 2024
Sold by
Weiss James Patrick and Gapinski Heather M
Bought by
Bortz Zachary A
Seller's Agent
Dave Decembrino
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Dave Decembrino
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$150,000
Views
5
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1628.53%
Original Mortgage
$158,381
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 1967
Bought by
Weiss James P and Weiss Beverly J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $272,900 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $272,900 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $150,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $264,713 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $264,713 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $158,381 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $32,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $37,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2024 11/01/24 | Sold | $272,900 | -0.7% | $239 / Sq Ft |
| 10/02/2024 10/02/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2024 09/24/24 | For Sale | $274,900 | +83.3% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2024 08/16/24 | Sold | $150,000 | 0.0% | $131 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2024 07/17/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2024 07/17/24 | For Sale | $150,000 | -- | $131 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,447 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2024 | $4,641 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2023 | $4,356 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2022 | $4,284 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2021 | $4,183 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2020 | $4,183 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2019 | $4,094 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2018 | $4,022 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2017 | $3,946 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2016 | $1,169 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2015 | $1,169 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
| 2014 | $1,169 | $96,400 | $49,400 | $47,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Justin Horst
Seller's Agent in 2024
Justin Horst
Pagoda Realty
(610) 223-7664
1 in this area
110 Total Sales
-
Dave Decembrino
Seller's Agent in 2024
Dave Decembrino
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 656-9427
1 in this area
203 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
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Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2049030
APN: 66-5308-12-85-7537
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