944 Elm St Reading, PA 19601
Southeast Reading NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $135,253 - $182,000
5
Beds
1
Bath
1,692
Sq Ft
$91/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
- Porch
- Living Room
About This Home
As of April 2018Walk into this large, 5 bedroom home with hardwood flooring found throughout the home. This spacious brick home with off street parking is near Reading High School, Albright College and within walking distance of major conveniences such as stores and restaurants. There is currently a renter with a $800 month to month lease and this home comes equipped with a rental permit.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS291640 Listed on: 05/03/2017
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 871 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pitched Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,692 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Marble Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Reading Senior High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4853
- Assessor Parcel Number 09-5317-69-01-4853
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2021
Sold by
Herrera Hamlet
Bought by
Herrera Hamlet Argenis
Total Days on Market
342
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 3, 2017
Closed on
Apr 20, 2018
Sold by
Bob Porsavage Sales Inc
Bought by
Herrera Hamlet
Seller's Agent
John Griffin
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carlos Aponte
eRealty Advisors, Inc
List Price
$37,900
Sold Price
$33,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-12.93%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.18%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2006
Sold by
Hamdani Talat G
Bought by
Bob Porsavage Sales Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2003
Sold by
Khan Habib
Bought by
Hamdani Talat G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2002
Sold by
Depalantino Stephen and Weiss Thomas M
Bought by
Khan Habib and Nhs Investment Group
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herrera Hamlet Argenis | -- | None Available | |
| Herrera Hamlet | $33,000 | None Available | |
| Bob Porsavage Sales Inc | $25,000 | None Available | |
| Hamdani Talat G | $25,000 | -- | |
| Khan Habib | $8,000 | Conestoga Berks Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Bob Porsavage Sales Inc | $44,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2018 04/27/18 | Sold | $33,000 | -10.6% | $20 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2018 04/10/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/08/2017 12/08/17 | Price Changed | $36,900 | -2.6% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2017 10/01/17 | For Sale | $37,900 | +14.8% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2017 10/01/17 | Off Market | $33,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/06/2017 09/06/17 | Price Changed | $37,900 | -2.6% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Price Changed | $38,900 | -2.5% | $23 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2017 05/03/17 | For Sale | $39,900 | -- | $24 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $755 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2024 | $1,234 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2023 | $1,215 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2022 | $1,215 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2021 | $1,215 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2020 | $1,203 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2019 | $1,203 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2018 | $1,203 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2017 | $1,195 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2016 | $683 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2015 | $683 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
| 2014 | $628 | $27,800 | $6,600 | $21,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
John Griffin
Seller's Agent in 2018
John Griffin
Coldwell Banker Realty
(610) 406-1149
57 Total Sales
-
Carlos Aponte
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Carlos Aponte
eRealty Advisors, Inc
(610) 587-5218
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000255783
APN: 09-5317-69-01-4853
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