NOT LISTED FOR SALE

942 Lobelia Ave Reading, PA 19605

Riverview Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $303,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,560 Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 10, 2021

Last sale price $220,000 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,687/month

Highlights

  • Concrete Pool
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2021

This cute stone ranch home in Muhlenberg schools needs a new owner! This is a 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home on a good sized lot with a carport, covered patio, deck and inground pool. The living room is a generous size, has beautiful hardwood flooring, gets plenty of light and is great entertaining space with a large opening to the kitchen. The kitchen has a dining area, upgraded luxury vinyl plank waterproof flooring, newer counter top, large stainless sink with a view to the rear patio and yard. Down the hall are 2 bedrooms and a full bath with a large shower stall. On the lower level is a newly finished family room with 528 sq ft of living space as well as a full spacious bath with a tub/shower combo. The laundry/utility room completes the lower level and is unfinished space. Out the rear door, is a deck that has just been refurbished, a covered patio that gets a lovely breeze, an inground concrete pool with a safety fence and a shed in the left rear corner. It has gas heat, central air, a water treatment system and is a manageable size to maintain. Respectfully asking for cash or conventional buyers only. Schedule your showing before it is gone!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheryl Takach

(610) 587-9183 ctakach@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS333330 Listed on: 05/12/2021

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Allison Kercher

(484) 772-9261 ASKercher@yahoo.com Pagoda Realty

Pagoda Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,239

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Cedar Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • 1 Attached Carport Space
  • On-Street Parking

Pool

  • Concrete Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Muhlenberg Elementary Center
  • Muhlenberg Middle School
  • Muhlenberg High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Treatment System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Water Conditioner is Owned
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Riverview Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7644
  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-4398-08-99-7644

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,239

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Rugs in the living room and both bedrooms
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, washer, dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: This cute stone ranch home in Muhlenberg schools needs a new owner! This is a 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home on a good sized lot with a carport, covered patio, deck and inground pool. The living room is a generous size, has beautiful hardwood flooring, gets plenty of light and is great entertaining space with a large opening to the kitchen. The kitchen has a dining area, upgraded luxury vinyl plank waterproof flooring, newer counter top, large stainless sink with a view to the rear patio and yard. Down the hall are 2 bedrooms and a full bath with a large shower stall. On the lower level is a newly finished family room with 528 sq ft of living space as well as a full spacious bath with a tub/shower combo. The laundry/utility room completes the lower level and is unfinished space. Out the rear door, is a deck that has just been refurbished, a covered patio that gets a lovely breeze, an inground concrete pool with a safety fence and a shed in the left rear corner. It has gas heat, central air, a water treatment system and is a manageable size to maintain. Respectfully asking for cash or conventional buyers only. Schedule your showing before it is gone!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Tub Shower, Wood Floors, Attic/House Fan, Cedar Closet(s), Stall Shower, Water Treat System
  • Window Features: Replacement, Vinyl Clad, Bay/Bow, Casement
  • Other Equipment: Negotiable
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement Finished Percent: 70.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1920
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1560
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 208.33
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 960
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 600
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 360
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 960
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 942

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Concrete, Fenced
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Garage: No
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Carport, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: MUHLENBERG
  • Elementary School: MUHLENBERG ELEMENTARY CENTER
  • Middle School: MUHLENBERG
  • High School: MUHLENBERG
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MUHLENBERG ELEMENTARY CENTER
  • High School: MUHLENBERG
  • Middle Or Junior School: MUHLENBERG

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Land Use Code: 191
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15246.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RES
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1541069
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 66-4398-08-99-7644
  • Tax Lot: 7644
  • Tax Page Number: 32
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 960
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 08/10/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Aug 10, 2021
Sold by
Checkamian Karen
Bought by
Hall Joseph
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Takach
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Allison Kercher
Pagoda Realty
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
10%
Current Estimated Value
$298,740

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,740
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2012
Sold by
Checkmian Karen
Bought by
Checkamian Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2006
Sold by
Haser Kevin T and Haser Joselyn E
Bought by
Checkamian Phillip

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,900
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2001
Sold by
Sarangoulis Betty J
Bought by
Sarangoulis Greg
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
Hall Joseph $220,000 Stewart Abstract
Checkamian Karen -- None Available
Checkamian Karen -- None Available
Checkamian Phillip $147,900 None Available
Sarangoulis Greg -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Checkamian Karen $108,000
Previous Owner Checkamian Phillip $91,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Sold $220,000 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Off Market $220,000 -- --
06/22/2021 06/22/21 For Sale $200,000 -9.1% $128 / Sq Ft
05/12/2021 05/12/21 Off Market $220,000 -- --
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 $1,239 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2024 $3,972 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2023 $3,728 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2022 $3,666 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2021 $3,666 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2020 $3,579 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2019 $3,504 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2018 $0 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2017 $3,377 $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2016 -- $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2015 -- $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
2014 -- $82,500 $42,200 $40,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cheryl Takach

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Cheryl Takach

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 587-9183

    6 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    Cheryl Takach
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  • Allison Kercher

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Allison Kercher

    Pagoda Realty

    (484) 772-9261

    4 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Allison Kercher
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK377492

Bright MLS

APN: 66-4398-08-99-7644

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19605 Riverview Park

942 Lobelia Ave, Reading, PA

This home is located at 942 Lobelia Ave, Reading, PA 19605 since 12 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $298,740, approximately $191 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 942 Lobelia 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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