1542 Mineral Spring Road

Closed 5/22/08
Closed 5/22/08
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$115,000
2,352 sqft
1542 Mineral Spring Rd, Reading, PA 19602
Multi FamilyProperty Type
0.07 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$49/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Spectacular 2 unit in desirable Hessian Camp on the East side of Reading. The owner has spent the last 7 years meticulously rehabbing this beautiful property and it shows! Unit 1 is occupied by the owner and has 2 BR's. 2 fireplaces, gorgeous kitchen with sunny breakfast area, Lower Level family rm. & central air. Unit 2 is occupied by the owner's Mother and has 2-3 BR's, lots of closets and spacious rooms. All appliances remain including washer & dryer in each unit. Newer 90% efficiency heater....Spectacular 2 unit in desirable Hessian Camp on the East side of Reading. The owner has spent the last 7 years meticulously rehabbing this beautiful property and it shows! Unit 1 is occupied by the owner and has 2 BR's. 2 fireplaces, gorgeous kitchen with sunny breakfast area, Lower Level family rm. & central air. Unit 2 is occupied by the owner's Mother and has 2-3 BR's, lots of closets and spacious rooms. All appliances remain including washer & dryer in each unit. Newer 90% efficiency heater. Owner pays all utilities because it's family, but could easily be separated. Spacious deck with built-ins overlooks a well landscaped backyard with fountains. This home could also be used as a 5BR, 2 bath single family home. One of the finest city homes on the market!
  • Listed by: Jose M Candelaria 610.207.8066 jcandelaria@goberkscounty.com • RE/MAX Of Reading
Listing closed: 05/22/2008 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: 1005671682

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

97.7%

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Property Information for 1542 Mineral Spring Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,270 / year
  • MLS Type: Multi-Family / Fee Simple
  • County: Berks County
  • Tax ID Number: 16-5316-06-38-5864
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Style: Converted Dwelling
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: HESSIAN CAMP
  • Subdivision: HESSIAN CAMP (BERKS PA)
  • Cross Street: S 15TH STREET
  • Municipality: READING CITY
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,352.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Property Condition: Good
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • High School: READING SENIOR (BERKS PA)
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2007
  • Tax Assessed Value: $60,400
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $39,400
  • Land Assessed Value: $21,000
  • Land Use Code: 138
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 5864
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2
Rooms
Rooms
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom
Financial Information
Expenses
  • Insurance Expense: $450
  • Water Sewer Expense: $950
  • Annual Heating Expense: $1,584
  • Electric Expense: $1,200
  • Other Expense: $485
  • Annual Gross Expense: $6,939
Financial Information
  • Gross Income: $17,400
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,352.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,352.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 1458311
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
  • Parking Features: Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Baseboard
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers

Property History for 1542 Mineral Spring Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2008

Closed

BRIGHT #1005671682

$115,000—
May 22, 2008

Closed

BRIGHT #1005671712

$115,000—
May 8, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #263159569

$115,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2008

Closed

BRIGHT #1005671682

$115,000
05/22/2008

Closed

BRIGHT #1005671712

$115,000
05/08/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #263159569

$115,000

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Public Records for 1542 Mineral Spring Road

Taxable ValueLand$16,800Additions$35,200Total$52,000
Tax Record2026$1,468 ($122 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,049 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1900CountyBERKSAPN16531606385864

Schools near 1542 Mineral Spring Road

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sixteenth & Haak El School
Public - PK to 4
Central Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Reading Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Central Catholic High School
Private - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sixteenth & Haak El School
PublicPK to 4

Central Middle School
Public5 to 8

Reading Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Central Catholic High School
Private9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1542 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$115,000
–
–
2,352
3,049
1544 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$155,000
4
4
2,459
3,049
1540 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$215,000
5
2,352
3,049
1538 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$58,000
4
2,667
3,049
1546 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$285,000
–
2
2,307
2,614
1548 Mineral Spring Road, Reading, PA 19602
$110,000
5
2,177
2,614

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