234 East Walnut Street

Closed 8/7/20
Closed 8/7/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$172,500
3 beds1,554 sqft

234 E Walnut St, Reading, PA 19607

TownhouseProperty Type
0.14 acresLot Size
1916Year Built
$111/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Care and attention to detail have been afforded this charming property, making it one of the loveliest semi-detached homes in all of Shillington. This stunning Brick & Stucco home is located in the heart of the Governor Mifflin School district (a few minutes walk to both Middle and High Schools). You will enjoy the lazy days of spring and summer on your expansive covered front porch, which has been completely rebuilt. As you enter the center hallway of this delightful home, you will be impressed...Care and attention to detail have been afforded this charming property, making it one of the loveliest semi-detached homes in all of Shillington. This stunning Brick & Stucco home is located in the heart of the Governor Mifflin School district (a few minutes walk to both Middle and High Schools). You will enjoy the lazy days of spring and summer on your expansive covered front porch, which has been completely rebuilt. As you enter the center hallway of this delightful home, you will be impressed with the beautiful hardwood floors, natural woodwork, pocket doors, and crown molding, all of which enhances the elegance of the first floor. The Living Room will provide a comfortable setting to read and enjoy family time, and is appointed with a wood burning brick fireplace, with built-in blanket bench and plenty of natural light. Moving through the formal Dining Room, with bow windows and a century old, hand crafted, corner cabinet, you will enter the adjoining light and airy kitchen with granite counters, double sink and stainless steal appliances, including a five burner gas stove, perfect for the chef in your home. As you step from the kitchen to the rear enclosed porch area, where the powder room is conveniently located , the natural light from the windows will draw you to a well landscaped, very flat, rear yard, with colorful gardens and plenty of room to enjoy the great outdoors and entertain family and friends. On the second floor, you will find 3 ample sized bedrooms all tastefully decorated and a remodeled full bath equipped with plenty of built ins for linens and such. There is a walk up attic for added storage. The full basement provides great space for the handyman or carpenter. Some of the other amenities include an over sized 1 car detached garage, economical gas hot water heat, central air(installed in 2016) and gas hot water. This home has been meticulously maintained with no expense spared. Call today for more information. Due to Covid-19, no physical showings will be permitted until Seller approves Buyer's Pre- Qualification Documents from their Lender. Buyers will also be required to complete the covid-19 health questionnaire prior to any showings Showings will be scheduled in 15-20 minute segments starting Monday between 4 and 6, Tuesday between 11 and 1 and between 4 and 6. Listor will be present. Call to schedule.
  • Listed by: Denise J Commings 484.955.1133 denise@gowithcommings.com • RE/MAX Of Reading
Listing closed: 08/07/2020 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PABK357240
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Property Information for 234 East Walnut Street

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,667 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Berks County
  • Tax ID Number: 77-4395-08-89-0376
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 06-15-2020
  • Subdivision: SHILLINGTON
  • Subdivision: SHILLINGTON (BERKS PA)
  • Cross Street: Waverly
  • Municipality: SHILLINGTON BORO
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Room Count: 7
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,554.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Location

Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District County ID: 300200397317
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Shillington Boro (10277)

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

Association / Community Info

Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Assessed Value: $84,500
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $647
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $54,100
  • City Town Tax: $603
  • Land Assessed Value: $30,400
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 0376
  • School Tax: $2,417
  • Tax Page Number: 12
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Lease Information
  • Concessions: No

Rooms

Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Building Info
  • Building Level Count: 3
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,554.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,554.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,554.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: Northwest
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3041/5930/9554/304159309554_512_384_WM_bFWs1tlxjNAPxql-.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
  • Road Frontage Length: 45.00
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Location Type: Middle Of Block
  • Parcel ID: 1564085
  • Additional Parcels: No

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, On Street
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Crown Moldings, Attic, Carpet, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities
  • Utilities: Above Ground, Cable TV, Water Available, Sewer Available, Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers

Property History for 234 East Walnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 7, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK357240

$172,500—
Jul 31, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #678242437

$172,500

+1.3% / yr

Jun 16, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK357240

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/07/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK357240

$172,500
07/31/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #678242437

$172,500

+1.3% / yr

06/16/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK357240

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Public records

234 East Walnut Street

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,554 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,554 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

6,098 SqFt

Schools near 234 East Walnut Street

This home is within Governor Mifflin School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cumru El School
Public - PK to 4
Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cumru El School
PublicPK to 4

Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public7 to 8

Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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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