Seller's Agent in 2020
Daryl Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
(484) 336-7758
323 Total Sales
821 N 5th St Reading, PA 19601
Studio
2
Baths
2,308
Sq Ft
2,614
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Tankless Water Heater
- Wood Flooring
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 4-minute walk to Centre Park
About This Home
As of October 2020Do not miss this extremely rare opportunity to own one of the few legally zoned boarding houses in the city of Reading! This unbelievably well-maintained property provides a one bedroom apartment on the first floor, and 4 total boarding rooms with common areas on the second and third floors. Three of the tenants in the boarding rooms have lived there as long term tenants for the past three years straight. The exterior of this beautiful home has incredible curb appeal with it's unique architecture, gorgeous color palette, and stained glass transom window, perfectly situated in the Reading's charming historic district near Centre Park! Enter through the front door and breezeway into the living room of the immaculately spotless one bedroom apartment. This spacious front room is a living room/dining room combination and offers gleaming hardwood flooring, two ceiling fans, 9 ft ceiling, and convenient coat closet. The generously sized bedroom additionally offers the shining hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan, crown molding, and a large closet. Make your way to the 21 handle, updated kitchen with ceiling fan, stainless sink, all stainless appliances, large pantry, and access door to the fenced-in backyard. Completing this charming apartment is the full bathroom with stall shower, updated vanity and nickel fixtures! This apartment also has access to the unfinished basement which has laundry hook-up potential, and houses the separate electrical panels for both the apartment and boarding rooms, and the instant hot, tank-less, gas fueled hot water heater. Make your way to the side of the property where you will find the mailboxes for all 4 boarding rooms and stairway entry. The original 5th boarding room has been converted to a laundry room with folding shelf and convenient half bathroom. Just down the hall is the 27 cabinet kitchen with separate storage areas for each tenant, stainless appliances, gas cooking, dining area, ceiling fan, and double stainless sink with sprayer. The full bath with tile flooring and updated fixtures completes the common areas of the boarding house. 4 spacious boarding rooms can be found throughout the rest of the home, all providing ceiling fans, ample closet space, and beautiful hardwood flooring. You will not want to miss your opportunity to own this unique and profitable property. Financial Statement will be provided upon request.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 985-0224 daryl@daryltillman.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RS302939 Listed on: 09/14/2020
Co-Listed By
(610) 985-0224 Lisa@daryltillman.com Daryl Tillman Realty Group License #RM425248
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,865
Year Built
- Built in 1898
Lot Details
- 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,308 Sq Ft Home
- Replacement Windows
- Instant Hot Water
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
- Vinyl
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- The owner pays for gas, sewer, water, trash collection, personal property taxes, real estate taxes
- Tax Lot 9952
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-59-74-9952
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- 4 Units
Building Details
- 1 Vacant Unit
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Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2020 10/09/20 | Sold | $180,000 | -10.0% | $78 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/25/2020 09/25/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/14/2020 09/14/20 | For Sale | $200,000 | +122.2% | $87 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/04/2016 04/04/16 | Sold | $90,000 | +0.1% | $39 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/11/2016 03/11/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/23/2016 02/23/16 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $39 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,869 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2025 | $1,797 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2024 | $2,940 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2023 | $2,894 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2022 | $2,894 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2021 | $2,894 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2020 | $2,865 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2019 | $2,865 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2018 | $2,865 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2017 | $2,846 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2016 | $1,626 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2015 | $1,626 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
| 2014 | $1,496 | $66,200 | $10,800 | $55,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Daryl Tillman
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Lisa Tillman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Lisa Tillman
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
(610) 850-3513
83 Total Sales
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Kathy Brautigan
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Kathy Brautigan
Pagoda Realty
(610) 223-4205
27 Total Sales
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Suzi Ford
Seller's Agent in 2016
Suzi Ford
Springer Realty Group
(484) 336-8677
33 Total Sales
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O. Chris Miller
Buyer's Agent in 2016
O. Chris Miller
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 603-2676
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK363778
APN: 5307-59-74-9952
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