8 Taft Ave Reading, PA 19606
Estimated Value: $211,000 - $258,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,332
Sq Ft
$177/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
- No HOA
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Mud Room
- Community Pool
About This Home
As of October 2022Completely renovated Two Story Home on Double Lot with detached Two Car Garage and extra large shed that has been upgraded. Efficient Gas Hot Water Heating and Newer Hot Water Heater, New Laundry Hook-up and half bath, Beautiful New Kitchen with all new Cabinets, Butcher block counters Appliances, Peninsula Counter Open to Dining Area, new flooring and carpeting, All new Plumbing kitchen baths and laundry, New Large 2nd Floor Bath and also a Main floor Half Bath, Three Spacious Bedrooms complete the 2nd Floor along with plenty of Closets. The third Level is a Walk-up Attic for storage. There is a Level Full Lot Side Yard and the Oversized Two Car Garage with extra large Shed great for a workshop and your vehicles.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,185
Year Built
- Built in 1950 | Remodeled in 2022
Lot Details
- 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
- Privacy Fence
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned RS
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,332 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Flood Lights
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Ramp on the main level
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Mount Penn Elementary School
- Antietam Middle School
- Antietam High School
Utilities
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7838
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-5327-14-34-7838
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2022
Closed on
Oct 26, 2022
Sold by
Mbc Investment Group Llc
Bought by
Smith Robert W
Seller's Agent
Christopher Carr
HomeZu
Buyer's Agent
Tina Smith
Fathom Realty MD, LLC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$217,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-3.56%
Views
146
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
$19,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.23%
Original Mortgage
$213,069
Outstanding Balance
$206,491
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$23,568
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2022
Sold by
Curry Byron J
Bought by
Mbc Investment Group Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 1968
Bought by
Curry Bryan J and Curry Sara
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Robert W | $217,000 | -- | |
| Mbc Investment Group Llc | $125,000 | Setley Matthew M | |
| Curry Bryan J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Smith Robert W | $58,232 | |
| Open | Smith Robert W | $213,069 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2022 10/26/22 | Sold | $217,000 | -3.6% | $163 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2022 09/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2022 08/19/22 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $169 / 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 | $1,469 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2024 | $4,472 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2023 | $4,322 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2022 | $4,185 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2021 | $4,097 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2020 | $3,983 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2019 | $3,858 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2018 | $3,818 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2017 | $3,704 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2016 | $1,033 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2015 | $1,033 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
| 2014 | $981 | $68,800 | $24,500 | $44,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christopher Carr
Seller's Agent in 2022
Christopher Carr
HomeZu
(855) 885-4663
2 in this area
2,423 Total Sales
-
Tina Smith
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Tina Smith
Fathom Realty
(610) 478-1778
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2020526
APN: 23-5327-14-34-7838
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