$265,000
SOLD NOV 30, 2021

844 Centre Ave Reading, PA 19601

-- Bed
-- Bath
4,900 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$54 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Home Security System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3-minute walk to Centre Park

About This Home

As of March 2023

Located in the Historic District, this Fantastic, Turn of the Century Architect, Commercial Building is now Available. This property has a great location with easy access off RT 422. Private Parking in rear of building;5-8 cars. WheelChair accessible. The property is currently set up as a two unit with separate heating and air conditioning systems for both floors. There is over 400 amp service on property. All windows have been recapped,, restoration/new paint with all colors approved by Historic District. Asphalt Roofs replaced in 2015. Building has all permits and up to date code inspections. A great fit for Large Beauty Centre, Insurance Company, Law Office, CPA, Insurance or Special Services Center. Private parking in rear. Owner says Sell! Located on Corner Property in Historic District. All offers Considered.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzi Ford

Springer Realty Group License #RS228124L Listed on: 11/02/2017

Springer Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Marjorie DeJesus

Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,175

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 4,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Schools

  • Reading Senior High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5170
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-50-65-5170

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Centre Park Histor Subdivision

Building Details

  • Operating Expense $6,135

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,175

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Storage: Basement
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Located in the Historic District, this Fantastic, Turn of the Century Architect, Commercial Building is now Available. This property has a great location with easy access off RT 422. Private Parking in rear of building;5-8 cars. WheelChair accessible. The property is currently set up as a two unit with separate heating and air conditioning systems for both floors. There is over 400 amp service on property. All windows have been recapped,, restoration/new paint with all colors approved by Historic District. Asphalt Roofs replaced in 2015. Building has all permits and up to date code inspections. A great fit for Large Beauty Centre, Insurance Company, Law Office, CPA, Insurance or Special Services Center. Private parking in rear. Owner says Sell! Located on Corner Property in Historic District. All offers Considered.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler System, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 4900
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4900
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 57.06
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4900
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 844

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • High School: READING SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • High School: READING SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 69200.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 73500.00
  • Land Use Code: 4113
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: IRRG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11326.00
  • Zoning: MULTI

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1453692
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6175.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-5307-50-65-5170
  • Tax Lot: 5170
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 11/30/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2025
Sold by
Lee Robert J
Bought by
Flipping Mindsets Llc
Current Estimated Value
$337,765

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Outstanding Balance
$329,129
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,664

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2010
Sold by
844 Centre Avenue Llc
Bought by
844 Centre Ave Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,000
Interest Rate
4.95%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2009
Sold by
Salisbury House Of Southeast Pa Inc
Bought by
844 Centre Avenue Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,695
Interest Rate
5.21%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $275,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- Dba Conestoga Title Company
Deed $155,000 Dba Conestoga Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $330,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $77,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $90,531 Commercial
Previous Owner $155,695 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/17/2023 03/17/23 Sold $255,000 0.0% --
01/31/2023 01/31/23 Off Market $255,000 -- --
01/25/2023 01/25/23 Pending -- -- --
12/17/2022 12/17/22 For Sale $279,900 0.0% --
06/27/2022 06/27/22 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2022 06/15/22 For Sale $279,900 +5.6% --
11/30/2021 11/30/21 Sold $265,000 -5.2% $54 / Sq Ft
08/19/2020 08/19/20 Price Changed $279,599 -6.5% $57 / Sq Ft
11/02/2017 11/02/17 For Sale $299,000 -- $61 / 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 $2,755 $101,500 $73,500 $28,000
2024 $4,507 $101,500 $73,500 $28,000
2023 $6,238 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2022 $6,238 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2021 $6,238 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2020 $6,175 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2019 $6,175 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2018 $6,175 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2017 $6,135 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2016 $2,559 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2015 $3,505 $142,700 $73,500 $69,200
2014 $3,225 $203,600 $73,500 $130,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004110019

Bright MLS

APN: 14-5307-50-65-5170