$130,000
SOLD OCT 9, 2024
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,247 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$104 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Porch
  • Living Room
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to 738 Birch St! This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home has the room for all of your ideas and creativity to come to life. Walk into the main level where you will find a spacious living room, formal dinning room, and kitchen. On the second level you will find 2 spacious and private bedrooms and the full bathroom. The third bedroom is found on the next level. This home has been meticulously maintained over the years and has a great structure. The bonus of the backyard provides a nice space for families to entertain. If you are looking for a great home at a great price point, this can be the one for you. Contact us today to schedule your private showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jose Manzueta

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 08/30/2024

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Last Buyer's Agent

MILY RODRIGUEZ

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks License #RS368164

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,056

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,247 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8450
  • Assessor Parcel Number 12-5317-54-14-8450

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,056

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer in as is condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 738 Birch St! This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home has the room for all of your ideas and creativity to come to life. Walk into the main level where you will find a spacious living room, formal dinning room, and kitchen. On the second level you will find 2 spacious and private bedrooms and the full bathroom. The third bedroom is found on the next level. This home has been meticulously maintained over the years and has a great structure. The bonus of the backyard provides a nice space for families to entertain. If you are looking for a great home at a great price point, this can be the one for you. Contact us today to schedule your private showing.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1247
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1247
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 104.25
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1247
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 738

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 112R
  • Lot Features: Level, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2178.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1056.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12-5317-54-14-8450
  • Tax Lot: 8450
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1247
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 10/09/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2024
Closed on
Oct 9, 2024
Sold by
Maldonado David
Bought by
Liriano Checo Victor M
Seller's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Buyer's Agent
MILY RODRIGUEZ
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Views
54
Current Estimated Value
$135,609

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,609
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.32%
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Outstanding Balance
$103,412
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$28,905

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2017
Closed on
Jul 28, 2017
Sold by
Hamilton Doris M and Rotkiske Crystal
Bought by
Maldonado David
Seller's Agent
Edward Freeman
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Buyer's Agent
Jose Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$36,000
Sold Price
$30,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-16.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.55%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $130,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $30,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $104,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $41,500 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/09/2024 10/09/24 Sold $130,000 0.0% $104 / Sq Ft
09/11/2024 09/11/24 Off Market $130,000 -- --
09/10/2024 09/10/24 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2024 08/30/24 For Sale $130,000 +333.3% $104 / Sq Ft
07/28/2017 07/28/17 Sold $30,000 0.0% $24 / Sq Ft
07/10/2017 07/10/17 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2017 07/10/17 Off Market $30,000 -- --
06/26/2017 06/26/17 For Sale $36,000 -- $29 / 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 $1,083 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2024 $1,772 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2023 $1,744 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2022 $1,744 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2021 $1,744 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2020 $1,727 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2019 $1,727 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2018 $1,727 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2017 $1,715 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2016 $351 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2015 $980 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
2014 $902 $39,900 $12,000 $27,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2047708

Bright MLS

APN: 12-5317-54-14-8450