NOT LISTED FOR SALE

643 S 17 1/2 St Reading, PA 19606

18th and Cotton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $137,000 - $179,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
956 Sq Ft
$164/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 08, 2016

Last sale price $18,600 $19 Per Sq Ft

Est. 744% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $938/month

122 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Attic
  • Bay Window
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of June 2016

This 2-story city single near the Mt. Penn border has 3 bedrooms, possibly 4, and 1 bath. First floor laundry. Fenced-in yard has a storage shed with electric. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath Property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Sachetta

Bold Realty License #RS229104 Listed on: 01/05/2016

Bold Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 956 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

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 7822
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-40-46-7822

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 956
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 956
  • Net Sq Ft: 956.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 25.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 956
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 643

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • 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

  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 00X00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1092.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16-5316-40-46-7822
  • Tax Lot: 7822
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 06/08/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 29, 2024
Sold by
Marchio Isabella Lina
Bought by
Rodriguez-Rodriguez Joseph
Total Days on Market
122
Current Estimated Value
$156,930

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,483
Outstanding Balance
$161,535
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$4,605

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 5, 2016
Closed on
Aug 2, 2016
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Marchio Isabella Lina
Seller's Agent
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$24,000
Sold Price
$18,600
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,400
-22.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2015
Sold by
Ravert Joseph J and Livingood Jennifer E
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2006
Sold by
Favinger Jonathan R and Randazzo Angelique
Bought by
Ravert Joseph J and Livingood Jennifer E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,010
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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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
Rodriguez-Rodriguez Joseph $166,500 Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Marchio Isabella Lina $18,600 Attorney
Federal National Mortgage Association $2,300 None Available
Ravert Joseph J $67,010 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rodriguez-Rodriguez Joseph $6,159
Open Rodriguez-Rodriguez Joseph $163,483
Previous Owner Ravert Joseph J $67,010
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/08/2016 06/08/16 Sold $18,600 -22.5% $19 / Sq Ft
05/06/2016 05/06/16 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2016 01/05/16 For Sale $24,000 -- $25 / 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 $689 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2024 $1,128 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2023 $1,110 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2022 $1,110 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2021 $1,110 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2020 $1,099 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2019 $1,099 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2018 $1,099 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2017 $1,092 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2016 $624 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2015 $624 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
2014 $574 $25,400 $17,500 $7,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Richard Sachetta

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Richard Sachetta

    Bold Realty

    (610) 507-4198

    1 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    Richard Sachetta
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003892233

Bright MLS

APN: 16-5316-40-46-7822

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19606 18th and Cotton

643 S 17 1/2 St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 643 S 17 1/2 St, Reading, PA 19606 since 05 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $156,930, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1901. 643 S 17 1/2 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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