NOT LISTED FOR SALE

936 Highwood Ave Reading, PA 19607

Estimated Value: $228,834 - $245,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,218 Sq Ft
$196/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 25, 2016

Last sale price $117,000 $96 Per Sq Ft

Est. 104% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,372/month

169 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Porch
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of February 2016

Sip your morning coffee on the front deck/porch and enjoy the great hilltop view! This home located on over a quarter acre lot has been updated with fresh paint, new flooring, new siding (house & shed), new exterior door (back & house shed), updated bathroom, new hot water heater, closets added to bedrooms, new roof, new stainless-steel appliances, new exterior basement door. The private macadam driveway leads to 3+ car parking area. Close to amenities and Alvernia University. Move right in. One-year home warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JOHN HALLOWELL

Kelly Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 08/16/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Gail Smith-Rader

Smith-Rader Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,382

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Front and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1699
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-5306-19-51-1699

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,382

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Remarks Public: Sip your morning coffee on the front deck/porch and enjoy the great hilltop view! This home located on over a quarter acre lot has been updated with fresh paint, new flooring, new siding (house & shed), new exterior door (back & house shed), updated bathroom, new hot water heater, closets added to bedrooms, new roof, new stainless-steel appliances, new exterior basement door. The private macadam driveway leads to 3+ car parking area. Close to amenities and Alvernia University. Move right in. One-year home warranty included.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1218
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1218
  • Net Sq Ft: 1218.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 117.71
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 994
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 224
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 936

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 29700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 30500.00
  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Lot Features: Sloping, Front Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12632.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1527259
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2382.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-5306-19-51-1699
  • Tax Lot: 1699
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 02/25/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 16, 2015
Closed on
Feb 24, 2016
Sold by
Hallowell Cody J and Hallowell Christine L L
Bought by
Beck F Scott
Seller's Agent
JOHN HALLOWELL
Kelly Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Gail Smith-Rader
Smith-Rader Real Estate
List Price
$124,900
Sold Price
$117,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-6.33%
Current Estimated Value
$238,209

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$121,209
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.36%
Original Mortgage
$93,600
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2014
Closed on
Dec 15, 2014
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Hallowell Cody J and Hallowell Christine L L
Seller's Agent
Christopher Giovenco
Rudy Amelio Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
JOHN HALLOWELL
Kelly Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$59,900
Sold Price
$30,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-49.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
223.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2005
Sold by
Sweetwood Wendy L
Bought by
Zahorchak William G and Zahorchak Faith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,410
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2001
Sold by
Sweetwood Wendy L and Kahn Wendy Lee
Bought by
Sweetwood Wendy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$82,350
Interest Rate
6.88%
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
Beck F Scott $117,000 None Available
Hallowell Cody J $30,000 None Available
Zahorchak William G $104,900 --
Sweetwood Wendy L -- T A Title Insurance Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Beck Scott $109,300
Closed Beck F Scott $93,600
Previous Owner Zahorchak William G $94,410
Previous Owner Sweetwood Wendy L $82,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/25/2016 02/25/16 Sold $117,000 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft
02/01/2016 02/01/16 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2015 12/15/15 Price Changed $117,000 -1.7% $96 / Sq Ft
11/01/2015 11/01/15 Price Changed $119,000 -4.7% $98 / Sq Ft
08/16/2015 08/16/15 For Sale $124,900 +316.3% $103 / Sq Ft
12/30/2014 12/30/14 Sold $30,000 -14.3% $30 / Sq Ft
12/02/2014 12/02/14 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2014 11/17/14 Price Changed $35,000 -26.3% $35 / Sq Ft
10/15/2014 10/15/14 Price Changed $47,500 -20.7% $48 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 For Sale $59,900 -- $60 / 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 $893 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2024 $2,664 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2023 $2,593 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2022 $2,563 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2021 $2,533 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2020 $2,533 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2019 $2,503 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2018 $2,460 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2017 $2,412 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2016 $765 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2015 $765 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
2014 $765 $60,200 $30,500 $29,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    JOHN HALLOWELL

    Kelly Real Estate, Inc.

    (610) 369-3600

    2 Total Sales

    JOHN HALLOWELL
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  • G

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Gail Smith-Rader

    Smith-Rader Real Estate

    (610) 777-2500

    2 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Gail Smith-Rader
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Christopher Giovenco

    Rudy Amelio Real Estate

    (484) 767-5155

    13 Total Sales

    Christopher Giovenco
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  • Rudy Amelio

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Rudy Amelio

    Rudy Amelio Real Estate

    (610) 437-5501

    391 Total Sales

    Rudy Amelio
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002679896

Bright MLS

APN: 54-5306-19-51-1699

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607

936 Highwood Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 936 Highwood Ave, Reading, PA 19607 since 16 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $238,209, approximately $195 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 936 Highwood Ave is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Mifflin Park Elementary School, Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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