Seller's Agent in 2025
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
(610) 207-8474
4 in this area
194 Total Sales
855 Elm St Reading, PA 19605
Riverview Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,440
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Upgraded Countertops
- Rambler Architecture
- No HOA
- Porch
About This Home
As of June 2025Opportunity knocks for this updated red brick rancher in a quiet neighborhood ready and waiting for you! Step inside and enjoy luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire main level making clean up a breeze and reduce your allergy flare ups. Living room is accented by picture windows and electric fireplace to take the chill out of any evening. Updated kitchen has a huge island, which is the perfect gathering place. Plenty of cabinets are covered by granite counters with tiled backsplash. Kitchen and dining area overlook the fenced in backyard so its easy to keep an eye on loved ones. Updated bathroom features tiled walls and floors with walk-in shower, two closets, and blue tooth speaker to listen to your favorite show or music. Spacious bedrooms have lots of closet space with motion lights and ceiling fans. Central air keeps you cool on those extra warm days. The hallway closet has hookup for washer and dryer if you don’t want to head to the basement. Walk up attic gives you extra storage. Lower level full bathroom currently only has a toilet but ready and waiting for your personal finishes. Newer gas heat and hot water help keep your monthly budget in line. Attached one car garage is deep enough for extra storage. Additional off-street parking pad too. Awesome Muhlenberg location is close to Jim Dietrich and Laurelain Parks, along with 5th Street Highway shopping and Route 12. Don’t miss out on this great place you will be proud to call home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 779-2500 office@c21gold.com Century 21 Gold License #RS219358L Listed on: 05/02/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(610) 373-9900 jeff.ricketts@cbhomes.com Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS319966
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,723
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Vinyl Fence
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 3 Driveway Spaces
- Front Facing Garage
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Plaster Walls
- Wood Walls
- Frame Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Rough-In Plumbing
- Stick Built Home
- Copper Plumbing
- CPVC or PVC Pipes
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,440 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Sound System
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace Mantel
- Electric Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Vinyl Clad Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Washer
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Concrete
- Tile or Brick
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Rear Basement Entry
- Rough-In Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Riverview Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7844
- Assessor Parcel Number 66-5308-05-08-7844
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Jun 2, 2025
Sold by
Reinert Melissa Sue and Himeisen Tyler M
Bought by
Etchberger Cody M
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Martin
Century 21 Gold
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Ricketts
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$322,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,100
7.37%
Views
164
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
$1,943
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.94%
Original Mortgage
$257,600
Outstanding Balance
$256,932
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,011
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2018
Closed on
Dec 21, 2018
Sold by
Himmelberger Marie S and Warner Lois A
Bought by
Reinert Melissa
Seller's Agent
Tod Slabik
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Wendy Stauffer
Kingsway Realty - Ephrata
List Price
$196,900
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,900
-8.58%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.42%
Original Mortgage
$151,300
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 29, 2008
Sold by
Gallmoyer Gwen S
Bought by
Weitzel James H and Weitzel Nancy J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $322,000 | Keystone Title | |
| Deed | $180,000 | Regal Abstract Lancaster | |
| Deed | $147,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $257,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $151,300 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Sold | $322,000 | +7.4% | $224 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $299,900 | +66.6% | $208 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | Sold | $180,000 | -5.2% | $125 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/19/2018 11/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/05/2018 09/05/18 | Price Changed | $189,900 | -3.6% | $132 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/25/2018 07/25/18 | For Sale | $196,900 | +20.8% | $137 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/16/2015 04/16/15 | Sold | $163,000 | -6.8% | $113 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/27/2015 03/27/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/04/2015 02/04/15 | For Sale | $174,900 | -- | $121 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,702 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2024 | $5,460 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2023 | $5,124 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2022 | $5,039 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2021 | $4,920 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2020 | $4,920 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2019 | $4,816 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2018 | $4,731 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
| 2017 | $4,642 | $113,400 | $39,800 | $73,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeffrey Martin
-
Jeffrey Ricketts
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jeffrey Ricketts
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 741-8605
1 in this area
110 Total Sales
-
Tod Slabik
Seller's Agent in 2018
Tod Slabik
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 223-7578
1 in this area
118 Total Sales
-
Wendy Stauffer
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Wendy Stauffer
Kingsway Realty - Ephrata
(717) 587-7006
1 in this area
501 Total Sales
-
Miriam Snyder
Seller's Agent in 2015
Miriam Snyder
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
(610) 823-1346
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2056640
APN: 66-5308-05-08-7844
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