NOT LISTED FOR SALE

842 Centre Ave Reading, PA 19601

-- Bed
3 Baths
3,677 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold August 09, 2024

Last sale price $320,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stained Glass
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2-minute walk to Centre Park

About This Home

As of August 2024

Circa 1920 this very pretty and very well cared for three unit located in the heart of the Centre Park Historic District is a find. There are so many original details and plenty of windows to allow for an abundance of natural light throughout the building, The double door entrance has a stain glass transom and the foyer is just lovely. The first floor unit features 1 bedroom with an ornamental fireplace, ceiling fans, a spacious living room (part of which is being used as a bedroom), a gorgeous kitchen and 1 1/2 baths. The full bath was recently updated. There is also a laundry room (including a washer and dryer) and a storage room. The 2nd floor unit features 2 bedrooms, a large living room/sunroom with an ornamental fireplace, built-in window seats and ceiling fans. There is access to a lovely 2nd floor porch which overlooks the quaint fenced in yard. The 3rd floor unit has an open floor plan and features a 1 bedroom with lots of storage. (There are no photos of this unit but it is very nice!) The heating was updated from oil to gas. The roof is only 10 years old. The owners have made numerous upgrades to the building over the years. This one of a kind property would be perfect for single family conversion, owner occupied or the buyer looking for a well cared for investment property. call now to schedule a showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Matz

(610) 451-3791 smatz@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 06/24/2024

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Germano Amadio

(610) 334-1291 Jamadio@homesale.com BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,104

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Triplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stained Glass
  • Fire Escape

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

  • Urban Location

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • 3 Units
  • 3-Story Building
  • Centre Park Histor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • The owner pays for heat, lawn/shrub care, insurance, sewer, trash collection, water
  • Tax Lot 5085
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-50-65-5085

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,104

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Triplex
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Tenants' personal property
  • Historic: Yes
  • Inclusions: Three Refrigerators, 2 Washers, 2 Dryers, some AC window Units
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Circa 1920 this very pretty and very well cared for three unit located in the heart of the Centre Park Historic District is a find. There are so many original details and plenty of windows to allow for an abundance of natural light throughout the building, The double door entrance has a stain glass transom and the foyer is just lovely. The first floor unit features 1 bedroom with an ornamental fireplace, ceiling fans, a spacious living room (part of which is being used as a bedroom), a gorgeous kitchen and 1 1/2 baths. The full bath was recently updated. There is also a laundry room (including a washer and dryer) and a storage room. The 2nd floor unit features 2 bedrooms, a large living room/sunroom with an ornamental fireplace, built-in window seats and ceiling fans. There is access to a lovely 2nd floor porch which overlooks the quaint fenced in yard. The 3rd floor unit has an open floor plan and features a 1 bedroom with lots of storage. (There are no photos of this unit but it is very nice!) The heating was updated from oil to gas. The roof is only 10 years old. The owners have made numerous upgrades to the building over the years. This one of a kind property would be perfect for single family conversion, owner occupied or the buyer looking for a well cared for investment property. call now to schedule a showing.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room Count: 11
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Total Sq Ft: 5254
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3677
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 81.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3677
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1577
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1577
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 842

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Mixed, Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Fire Escape, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: 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
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Monthly Average Electric: 40
  • Previous Twelve Months Electric Expense: 480.00
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 133
  • Lot Features: Level, Rear Yard, Front Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4791.60
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Existing Lease Type: Month To Month
  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 3
  • Owner Pays: Heat, Lawn/Shrub Care, Insurance, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water
  • Total Actual Rent: 31080.00
  • Units Leased Count: 3
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1273.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3104.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-5307-50-65-5085
  • Tax Lot: 5085
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3302
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 08/09/2024

Multi Family

  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 3

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Sold $320,000 +6.7% $87 / Sq Ft
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Off Market $300,000 -- --
06/30/2024 06/30/24 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2024 06/24/24 For Sale $300,000 -- $82 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sandy Matz

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Sandy Matz

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 451-3791

    148 Total Sales

    Sandy Matz
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  • Germano Amadio

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Germano Amadio

    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

    (610) 334-1291

    20 Total Sales

    Germano Amadio
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2045002

Bright MLS

APN: 5307-50-65-5085

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19601

842 Centre Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 842 Centre Ave, Reading, PA 19601 since 24 June 2024. This property was built in 1920. 842 Centre Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Riverside Elementary School, Northwest Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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