NOT LISTED FOR SALE

98 Old Bowers Rd Mertztown, PA 19539

Maxatawny Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $219,000 - $327,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,485 Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 26, 2013

Last sale price $154,900 $104 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,523/month

82 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of April 2013

Adorable story and a half single in the quaint village of Bowers, Kutztown School District. Exposed wood flooring add warmth and charm. Large Master bedroom on the upper floor has a cedar closet for all those special things. The hall bath has a tile floor with tub/shower, the lower level has a spacious family room & a wet bar for entertaining. The eat in kitchen is very inviting and the den/office/bedroom gives you added space. 2 first floor bedrooms to accommodate your needs. 1 car detached garage, fenced yard, beautiful, professionally landscaped back yard with pergola, patio, privacy and peacefulness. Walk to village restaurant, post office and park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joann Schmura

RE/MAX Of Reading License #AB046434A Listed on: 12/19/2012

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Iris Klein

RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,710

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,485 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Summer or Winter Changeover Switch For Hot Water

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7773
  • Assessor Parcel Number 63-5452-12-96-7773

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,710

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Range
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Remarks Public: Adorable story and a half single in the quaint village of Bowers, Kutztown School District. Exposed wood flooring add warmth and charm. Large Master bedroom on the upper floor has a cedar closet for all those special things. The hall bath has a tile floor with tub/shower, the lower level has a spacious family room & a wet bar for entertaining. The eat in kitchen is very inviting and the den/office/bedroom gives you added space. 2 first floor bedrooms to accommodate your needs. 1 car detached garage, fenced yard, beautiful, professionally landscaped back yard with pergola, patio, privacy and peacefulness. Walk to village restaurant, post office and park.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1485
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1485
  • Net Sq Ft: 1485.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 104.31
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1485
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 98

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: S/W Changeover
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: KUTZTOWN AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397316

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1537583
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2710.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 63-5452-12-96-7773
  • Tax Lot: 7773
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 04/26/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2012
Closed on
Apr 24, 2013
Sold by
Kozlowski Jeremiah N and Kozlowski Katelyn
Bought by
Gaugler Joel R
Seller's Agent
Joann Schmura
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Iris Klein
RE/MAX Real Estate-Allentown
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$154,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.13%
Current Estimated Value
$268,539

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$113,639
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.54%
Original Mortgage
$152,065
Outstanding Balance
$108,218
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$160,321

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2009
Sold by
Kozlowski Jeremiah N and Kozlowski Katelyn
Bought by
Kozlowski Jeremiah N and Kozlowski Katelyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,000
Interest Rate
4.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Gaugler Joel R $154,900 None Available
Kozlowski Jeremiah N -- Old Republic National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gaugler Joel R $26,499
Open Gaugler Joel R $152,065
Previous Owner Kozlowski Jeremiah N $123,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/26/2013 04/26/13 Sold $154,900 0.0% $104 / Sq Ft
03/12/2013 03/12/13 Price Changed $154,900 0.0% $104 / Sq Ft
03/11/2013 03/11/13 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2013 03/07/13 Off Market $154,900 -- --
03/04/2013 03/04/13 Price Changed $149,900 -3.2% $101 / Sq Ft
02/22/2013 02/22/13 Price Changed $154,900 -3.1% $104 / Sq Ft
12/19/2012 12/19/12 For Sale $159,900 -- $108 / 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 $848 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2024 $2,866 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2023 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2022 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2021 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2020 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2019 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2018 $2,774 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2017 $2,754 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2016 $662 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2015 $662 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
2014 $662 $69,400 $41,400 $28,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joann Schmura

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Joann Schmura

    RE/MAX of Reading

    (610) 781-9879

    22 Total Sales

    Joann Schmura
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Iris Klein

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004189604

Bright MLS

APN: 63-5452-12-96-7773

Pennsylvania Berks County Mertztown 19530 Maxatawny

98 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA

This home is located at 98 Old Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539 since 19 December 2012 and is currently estimated at $268,539, approximately $180 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 98 Old Bowers Rd is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Kutztown Area Senior High School, Pleasant Hills Mennonite School, and LIGHTHOUSE ISLAND ACADEMY.

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