131 Lester Avenue

Closed 7/17/24

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Last Sold Price

$305,000

3 beds2 baths2,075 sqft

131 Lester Ave, Shillington, PA 19607

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.23 acresLot Size

1948Year Built

$147/sq ftPrice per sq ft

3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 131 Lester Avenue, a charming 3 bed, 1.5 bath split-level home located in the tranquil community of Shillington. As you step onto the inviting front porch and enter the home, you're greeted by a warm family room adorned with beautiful hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, built-in shelving, and crown molding. The arched doorway leads you into the dining room, ideal for hosting family dinners and gatherings. The living room boasts a large bay window, filling the space with natural light and...Welcome to 131 Lester Avenue, a charming 3 bed, 1.5 bath split-level home located in the tranquil community of Shillington. As you step onto the inviting front porch and enter the home, you're greeted by a warm family room adorned with beautiful hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, built-in shelving, and crown molding. The arched doorway leads you into the dining room, ideal for hosting family dinners and gatherings. The living room boasts a large bay window, filling the space with natural light and highlighting the striking brick accent wall. The kitchen is complete with a breakfast nook and convenient access to the backyard, making outdoor dining and entertaining a breeze. Ascending to the next level, you'll find two bedrooms and a full bath. The primary bedroom is situated on the third level, offering a private retreat away from the main living areas. The unfinished basement serves as a workshop area, perfect for DIY projects or additional storage. The home also includes a one-car garage with inside access for added convenience. Outside, the fenced-in yard features a white picket fence, beautiful roses, peonies, wildflowers, hydrangeas, forsythia, lilacs lining the perimeter, and an outdoor fireplace viewable from the bay window. The south-facing home is perfect for indoor plants. Enjoy the level yard with a charming brick patio and shed. Located right across the street from the gorgeous Wyomissing Park Trails and just 4 minutes from Reading Hospital, it's ideal for healthcare workers. Nearby, explore the restaurants and boutiques on Penn Ave in West Reading. Nestled in a private location, this home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Don’t miss the opportunity to make 131 Lester Avenue your new home!

Listed by: Thomas Toole III 610.692.6976 tom@tomtoole.com • RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
Listed by: ANTHONY Capodanno Jr. 484.459.5500 anthony@tomtoole.com • RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester

Listing closed: 07/17/2024 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PABK2043370

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$2,147 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,628

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 131 Lester Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $6,227 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Berks County
Tax ID Number: 77-4396-19-61-2090
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Split Level
Levels/Stories: 3
Waterfront: No
Views: Garden/Lawn
Garage: Yes
Expected On Market Date: 05-31-2024
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (BERKS PA)
Cross Street: Maple Avenue
Municipality: SHILLINGTON BORO
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,879.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 196.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: 196.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1948
Lot Size: 0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

Location

School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District County ID: 300200397317

SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
Elementary School: CUMRU (BERKS PA)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: GOVERNOR MIFFLN (BERKS PA)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN (BERKS PA)
HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
County: BERKS
MLS Area: Shillington Boro (10277)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2023
Tax Assessed Value: $138,700

Year Assessed: 2023
County Tax: $1,062
Improvement Assessed Value: $76,400
City Town Tax: $990
Land Assessed Value: $62,300
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 105B
Zoning: RES
Tax Lot: 2090
School Tax: $4,175
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 11.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas

Room 2

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 11.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood

Room 3

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 9.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Gas Cooking

Room 4

Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Family Room
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 10.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - Carpet

Room 6

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 11.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-Ins

Room 7

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Length: 12.0

Room Width: 10.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - HardWood

Room 8

Room Type: Full Bath
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Tub Shower

Room 9

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 17.0

Room Width: 12.0
Room Level: Upper 2
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Room 10

Room Type: Half Bath
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,075.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,075.00
Total SQFT: 2,075.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Brick
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8031/0510/6412/803105106412_512_384_WM_fOeqJ9eTqQ7reVG2.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Brick, Vaulted Ceilings
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Basement Type: Interior Access, Unfinished, Windows, Workshop
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1
# Bathrooms Full: 1
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Level
Parcel ID: 1564851

Parking

Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1

Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Total Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved Driveway, Private
Garage Features: Built In, Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access

Interior Features

Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Range Hood
Accessibility Features: None
Door Features: Storm
Window Features: Casement, Bay/Bow

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Flood Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)

Pool: No Pool
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: Circuit Breakers

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 131 Lester Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 17, 2024	Closed BRIGHT #PABK2043370	$305,000	—
Jul 1, 2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1537545906	$305,000	+6.6% / yr
Jun 6, 2024	Pending BRIGHT #PABK2043370		—
May 31, 2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK2043370	$325,000	—
May 21, 2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1461394147	$250,000	—
May 21, 2021	Closed BRIGHT #PABK375160	$250,000	—
Apr 9, 2021	Price Change BRIGHT #PABK375160	$253,000	—
Apr 5, 2021	Pending BRIGHT #PABK375160		—
Apr 5, 2021	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PABK375160		—
Apr 1, 2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK375160	$239,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/17/2024	Closed BRIGHT #PABK2043370	$305,000
07/01/2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1537545906	$305,000 +6.6% / yr
06/06/2024	Pending BRIGHT #PABK2043370	—
05/31/2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK2043370	$325,000
05/21/2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1461394147	$250,000
05/21/2021	Closed BRIGHT #PABK375160	$250,000
04/09/2021	Price Change BRIGHT #PABK375160	$253,000
04/05/2021	Pending BRIGHT #PABK375160	—
04/05/2021	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PABK375160	—
04/01/2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK375160	$239,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 131 Lester Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$62,300Additions$76,400Total$138,700

Tax Record2026$2,240 ($187 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,879 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,879 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,019 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948CountyBERKSAPN77439619612090Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 131 Lester Avenue

This home is within Governor Mifflin School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Cumru El School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 4	1.2 mi
6/10	Intermediate School	Public - Serves this home	5 to 6	1.1 mi
4/10	Governor Mifflin Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	0.5 mi
6/10	Governor Mifflin Senior High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Cumru El School PublicPK to 4 Serves this home	1.2 mi
6/10	Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Serves this home	1.1 mi
4/10	Governor Mifflin Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	0.5 mi
6/10	Governor Mifflin Senior High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.7 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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