NOT LISTED FOR SALE

959 Sheerlund Rd Reading, PA 19607

Cumru Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $485,633 - $690,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,360 Sq Ft
$172/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 22, 2016

Last sale price $310,000 $92 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,515/month

715 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.84 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2016

Beautiful Victorian on 2.84 Acres * Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops, Double Oven, Hardwood Floors,Island with Sink and Lots of Storage *Bright and Cherry Breakfast Room * Formal Living and Dining Rooms with Hardwood Floors *First Floor Family Room * Main Level Laundry Room * Beautiful Flagstone Patios and Walkways *Numerous Upgrades Throughout * Basketball and Tennis Courts * 2 Car Garage Detached Garage * Governor Mifflin Schools

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Henry

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-228470-L Listed on: 06/24/2014

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Richard Henry

RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-228470-L Listed on: 06/24/2014

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,524

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2.84 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,360 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3888
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-5305-14-33-3888

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,524

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: Beautiful Victorian on 2.84 Acres * Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops, Double Oven, Hardwood Floors,Island with Sink and Lots of Storage *Bright and Cherry Breakfast Room * Formal Living and Dining Rooms with Hardwood Floors *First Floor Family Room * Main Level Laundry Room * Beautiful Flagstone Patios and Walkways *Numerous Upgrades Throughout * Basketball and Tennis Courts * 2 Car Garage Detached Garage * Governor Mifflin Schools
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3360
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3360
  • Net Sq Ft: 3360.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 114.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3360
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 959

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Additional Association Fees: Tennis
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 134100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 53300.00
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.84
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 123710.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1498114
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7524.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-5305-14-33-3888
  • Tax Lot: 3888
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 07/22/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2014
Closed on
Jul 22, 2016
Sold by
Keeler Robert D and Keeler Christine E
Bought by
Carlino Peter M and Carlino Marshia W
Seller's Agent
Richard Henry
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Richard Henry
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,900
-22.48%
Total Days on Market
715
Current Estimated Value
$578,658

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$268,658
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1979
Bought by
Keeler Robert D and Keeler Christine E
Source: Public Records

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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
Carlino Peter M $310,000 Penn Title Co
Keeler Robert D -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2016 07/22/16 Sold $310,000 -19.5% $92 / Sq Ft
06/08/2016 06/08/16 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2016 05/12/16 Price Changed $384,900 -3.8% $115 / Sq Ft
10/05/2015 10/05/15 Price Changed $399,900 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
10/05/2015 10/05/15 For Sale $399,900 -7.0% $119 / Sq Ft
07/06/2015 07/06/15 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2015 07/01/15 For Sale $429,900 +38.7% $128 / Sq Ft
07/01/2015 07/01/15 Off Market $310,000 -- --
06/03/2015 06/03/15 Price Changed $429,900 -2.3% $128 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Price Changed $439,900 -2.2% $131 / Sq Ft
06/24/2014 06/24/14 For Sale $449,900 -- $134 / 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 $3,345 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2024 $8,622 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2023 $8,381 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2022 $8,171 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2021 $8,009 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2020 $8,009 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2019 $7,911 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2018 $7,769 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2017 $7,618 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2016 $2,641 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2015 $2,641 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
2014 $2,641 $187,400 $53,300 $134,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Richard Henry

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Richard Henry

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (717) 304-6193

    1 in this area

    73 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002981844

Bright MLS

APN: 39-5305-14-33-3888

Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19607 Cumru

959 Sheerlund Rd, Reading, PA

This home is located at 959 Sheerlund Rd, Reading, PA 19607 since 24 June 2014 and is currently estimated at $578,658, approximately $172 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 959 Sheerlund Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, Mifflin Park Elementary School, and Governor Mifflin Middle School.

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