NOT LISTED FOR SALE

978 Reading Ave Boyertown, PA 19512

Estimated Value: $333,000 - $413,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,838 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 7, 2025

Last sale price $370,000 $201 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,180 / mo

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • 1.74 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to this well maintained home! 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath brick cape cod, located in Boyertown school district. Located on 1.74 acres. Newer cement siding on rear of home. Central Air, Hardwood flooring on first floor and 2 of 3 bedrooms on 2nd floor. Updated kitchen Stainless steel appliances, Granite countertops, new refrigerator Feb 2023 and ceramic tile flooring. Sunroom off of kitchen. Newer hot water heater.
Formal living room with fireplace and wood burning insert, recessed lighting and window seat. Updated half bath with quartz countertop and vessel sink. Updated bath with Corian countertop and Jacuzzi tub on 2nd floor.
New oil tank December 2022/ 10 year warranty. Unfinished basement with outside entrance.
Well Tank and pump replaced in Sept/Oct 2024

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terry Ayres

(610) 489-5900 achieversoffice@achieverspa.com RE/MAX Achievers-Collegeville License #RS273598 Listed on: 11/18/2024

RE/MAX Achievers-Collegeville

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas McCouch

(610) 792-5900 teresekw@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Group

Keller Williams Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,809

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 1.74 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Batts Insulation
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,838 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Crown Molding
  • Paneling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Heatilator
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range Hood
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Drainage System
  • Sump Pump
  • Space For Rooms
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Flood Lights

Parking

  • 5 Parking Spaces
  • 5 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7864
  • Assessor Parcel Number 41-5386-10-25-7864

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,809

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

1.74 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Frig
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-11-18
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Star Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Treat System, Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Heatilator, Insert, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Paneled Walls
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Space For Rooms, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Drainage System
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1838
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1838
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 198.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1838
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Batts Insulation, Brick Veneer, Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Street, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Central, Wood Burn Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.74
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 75794.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3393.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4809.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 41-5386-10-25-7864
  • Tax Lot: 7864
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BOYERTOWN AREA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2024
Closed on
Jan 2, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Terry Ayres
RE/MAX Achievers-Collegeville
Buyer's Agent
Thomas McCouch
Keller Williams Realty Group
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.37%
Views
120
Current Estimated Value
$380,347

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,347
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.92%
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Outstanding Balance
$328,268
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$52,079

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1985
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$370,000 None Listed On Document
$370,000 Kp Abstract Llc
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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $333,000
Closed $333,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/07/2025 01/07/25 Sold $370,000 +1.4% $201 / Sq Ft
11/24/2024 11/24/24 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2024 11/18/24 For Sale $365,000 -- $199 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $1,557 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2025 $1,487 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2024 $4,710 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2023 $4,540 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2022 $4,447 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2021 $4,346 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2020 $4,200 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2019 $4,097 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2018 $3,953 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2017 $3,735 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2016 $1,118 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2015 $1,118 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
2014 $1,013 $106,900 $48,300 $58,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Terry Ayres

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Terry Ayres

    RE/MAX

    (484) 542-0181

    97 Total Sales

    Terry Ayres
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  • Thomas McCouch

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Thomas McCouch

    Keller Williams Realty Group

    (610) 574-9272

    104 Total Sales

    Thomas McCouch
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  • Helena Thompson

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Helena Thompson

    Keller Williams Realty Group

    (610) 322-7109

    60 Total Sales

    Helena Thompson
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2050628

Bright MLS

APN: 41-5386-10-25-7864

Pennsylvania Berks County Boyertown 19512

978 Reading Ave, Boyertown, PA

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