79 Grandview Blvd Reading, PA 19609
Estimated Value: $384,000 - $867,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,020
Sq Ft
$155/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- 0.76 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center Rated A-
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of May 2012This home is absolutely charming & elegant. Built by Bob Wenner with some design ideas from Chris Webber. The curb appeal draws you in as you enter by the circular drive or the brick walkway. The 2 sty foyer takes your eye to the arched doorways to the right and left. The wood work is beautiful & adds distinction to the home. There are doors to the den & LR with 75 yr old Kase stained glass accents. There are 3/4 FP's. 1 is a two sided FP that opens to the family rm & living rm, 1 in the MBR, and 1 in LL. There are 5 BR's, 2 full & 3 half baths. The half baths are well positioned for entertaining & with easy access to the pool! OH YES..there is a beautiful gunite pool that you can view from the deck & screened in porch. There is a finished LL too. This price includes the lot behind the house on Gail St giving you .76 acres. This home can be purchased for $475,000 on the lot with the pool without the extra lot on Gail St. (See MLS #5929180) Credit to buyer for granite counters & tile backsplash.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 0.76 Acre Lot
- Open Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Oversized Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,020 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Intercom
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 5 Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by WENNER
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4921
- Assessor Parcel Number 96-4396-05-18-4921
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2011
Closed on
May 24, 2012
Sold by
Stevenson John J
Bought by
Bertolet William S
Seller's Agent
Liz Egner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Robert Wertz
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-24%
Total Days on Market
213
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
$148,621
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.04%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$268,598
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$348,897
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertolet William S | $475,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bertolet William S | $121,560 | |
| Closed | Bertolet William S | $68,800 | |
| Open | Bertolet William S | $380,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2012 05/24/12 | Sold | $475,000 | -17.4% | $118 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2012 03/01/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/10/2012 01/10/12 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -6.5% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2011 09/21/11 | Price Changed | $614,900 | -1.6% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2011 08/01/11 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $155 / 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 | $4,459 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2024 | $14,466 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2023 | $13,538 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2022 | $13,594 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2021 | $13,400 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2020 | $13,180 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2019 | $12,841 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2018 | $12,658 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2017 | $12,571 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2016 | $3,359 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2015 | $3,359 | $304,100 | $102,000 | $202,100 |
| 2014 | $3,359 | $367,200 | $102,000 | $265,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Liz Egner
Seller's Agent in 2012
Liz Egner
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 656-9426
12 in this area
254 Total Sales
-
Robert Wertz
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Robert Wertz
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 413-1346
4 in this area
27 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004474452
APN: 96-4396-05-18-4921
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