Seller's Agent in 2019
Eric Miller
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 685-3103
63 in this area
238 Total Sales
65 Cardinal Rd Reading, PA 19610
Estimated Value: $605,000 - $719,372
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,189
Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of July 2019Nestled on a quiet street inside Museum Road, this charming family home sits on a serene half acre, enjoying the privacy of a lush wooded surrounding and a neighbor-only traffic street. To the left of the flagstone foyer, you ll find the spectacular French Country kitchen,remodeled with granite countertops and Brazilian cherry flooring, oversized center island, top-of-the-line Jenn Air appliances, unique tile backsplashes, and built-in speakers, all highlighted by designer lighting. Start your mornings in the spectacular breakfast area enjoying sprawling bay window views of the backyard or take in the outdoors from multiple windows in the living room, where a stunning raised, brick gas fireplace with expansive wooden mantel and surrounding built-in bookshelves create the perfect cold weather retreat. The 2nd floor boasts four large bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring and replacement windows, plus a bonus mini-study for work or play. Mornings before school are a breeze with two full baths, including a full ensuite tile shower bath and a remodeled whirlpool tub. Two more bedrooms or your fabulous, two-room Master Suite await on the third floor,along with walk-in closet and striking, remodeled bath with double sink vanity and angled walk-in shower with waterfall shower head. The finished lower level is the ultimate recreation space with a game room set up in one space and knotty pine wood walls with a unique gas stove heater and access to the ground level rear yard in the other. An immense, fenced-in backyard with oversized basketball court is a child s perfect playground as you watch them from the lovely flagstone patio or escape to your relaxing hot tub room out back.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 685-3103 emiller@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS193624L Listed on: 05/07/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1959
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Split Rail Fence
- Privacy Fence
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Copper Plumbing
- CPVC or PVC Pipes
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Game Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Oven or Range
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Instant Hot Water
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Slate Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Windows
Outdoor Features
- Sport Court
- Exterior Lighting
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Dispenser
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Birdland Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8725
- Assessor Parcel Number 96-4396-16-84-8725
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2019
Closed on
Jul 12, 2019
Sold by
Strauss Thomas G and Strauss Diane E
Bought by
Stuckert Matthew B
Seller's Agent
Eric Miller
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Pat Kofke
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-7.67%
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
$300,343
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.24%
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 2002
Sold by
Smith Paul M and Smith Judith M
Bought by
Strauss Thomas G and Strauss Diane E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
6.03%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuckert Matthew B | $360,000 | Signature Abstract | |
| Strauss Thomas G | $280,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Stuckert Matthew B | $324,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strauss Thomas G | $210,000 | |
| Closed | Strauss Thomas G | $42,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/19/2019 07/19/19 | Sold | $360,000 | -2.7% | $86 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2019 06/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/07/2019 06/07/19 | Price Changed | $369,900 | -5.1% | $88 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2019 05/07/19 | For Sale | $389,900 | 0.0% | $93 / Sq Ft |
| 08/10/2018 08/10/18 | Rented | $4,200 | +20.0% | -- |
| 07/25/2018 07/25/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/29/2018 06/29/18 | For Rent | $3,500 | -- | -- |
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 | $4,308 | $293,800 | $81,800 | $212,000 |
| 2024 | $13,976 | $293,800 | $81,800 | $212,000 |
| 2023 | $13,079 | $293,800 | $81,800 | $212,000 |
| 2022 | $11,667 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2021 | $11,500 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2020 | $11,312 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2019 | $11,021 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2018 | $10,864 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2017 | $10,789 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2016 | $2,883 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2015 | $2,883 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
| 2014 | $2,883 | $261,000 | $81,800 | $179,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Eric Miller
-
Pat Kofke
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Pat Kofke
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 207-5601
4 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Lisa Tiger
Seller's Agent in 2018
Lisa Tiger
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-6186
91 in this area
290 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK341018
APN: 96-4396-16-84-8725
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