NOT LISTED FOR SALE

838 Acacia Ave Reading, PA 19605

Riverview Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $261,000 - $308,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,331 Sq Ft
$210/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2017

Last sale price $125,000 $94 Per Sq Ft

Est. 123% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,659/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Porch

About This Home

As of May 2017

Great single family home in Riverview Park. Good exterior style and appeal with a newer roof and replacement windows. Nice back yard with three sheds. Super large screened in flagstone patio with also a covered side patio. Good mechanicals with updated electric service and central air conditioning. Interior is clean and ready for some updating. Hardwood floors. Ceramic tile bathrooms. Gas fireplace in the living room and the rec room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Bellairs

Bellairs Real Estate License #RB042497L Listed on: 01/10/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Jaime Perez

Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85 x 150
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in below average condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,331 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Muhlenberg Middle School
  • Muhlenberg High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Riverview Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5041
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-5309-17-00-5041

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Freezer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Remarks Public: Great single family home in Riverview Park. Good exterior style and appeal with a newer roof and replacement windows. Nice back yard with three sheds. Super large screened in flagstone patio with also a covered side patio. Good mechanicals with updated electric service and central air conditioning. Interior is clean and ready for some updating. Hardwood floors. Ceramic tile bathrooms. Gas fireplace in the living room and the rec room.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Wet/Dry Bar
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1331
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1331
  • Net Sq Ft: 1331.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 93.91
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1331
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 838

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Shed
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • 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: MUHLENBERG
  • Middle School: MUHLENBERG
  • High School: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • High School: MUHLENBERG
  • Middle Or Junior School: MUHLENBERG

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 52900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 39800.00
  • Land Use Code: 102
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Lot Dimensions: 85 X 150
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12632.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1546570
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3794.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-5309-17-00-5041
  • Tax Lot: 5041
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 05/31/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 10, 2017
Closed on
May 31, 2017
Sold by
Flippin Sherry R
Bought by
Flores Alicia
Seller's Agent
Thomas Bellairs
Bellairs Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jaime Perez
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000
Current Estimated Value
$279,265

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$154,265
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.26%
Original Mortgage
$122,735
Outstanding Balance
$103,571
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$172,987
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Flores Alicia $125,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Flores Alicia $122,735
Closed Flores Alicia $122,735
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2017 05/31/17 Sold $125,000 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
04/13/2017 04/13/17 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2017 01/10/17 For Sale $125,000 -- $94 / 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 $1,392 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2024 $4,463 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2023 $4,189 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2022 $4,119 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2021 $4,022 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2020 $4,022 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2019 $3,937 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2018 $3,867 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2017 $3,794 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2016 $1,124 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2015 $1,124 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
2014 $1,124 $92,700 $39,800 $52,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Thomas Bellairs

    Bellairs Real Estate

    (610) 781-4389

    10 Total Sales

    Thomas Bellairs
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  • Jaime Perez

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jaime Perez

    Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

    (610) 413-2255

    3 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Jaime Perez
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003263077

Bright MLS

APN: 66-5309-17-00-5041

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Riverview Park

838 Acacia Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 838 Acacia Ave, Reading, PA 19605 since 10 January 2017 and is currently estimated at $279,265, approximately $209 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 838 Acacia Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Muhlenberg Elementary Center, C E Cole Intermediate School, and Muhlenberg Junior High School.

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