278 Bowers Road

Closed 7/19/12
Closed 7/19/12
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Last Sold Price
$143,900
4 beds2,458 sqft$59/sqft
278 Bowers Rd, Mertztown, PA 19539

Description

Meticulous Craftsmanship! Modern amenities meet old world charm, in this lovingly restored Bowers Twin. A lovely covered front porch welcomes your guests! Enter and experience a stately foyer with a magnificent wood staircase as you are led to a formal living room and dining room with large windows, high ceilings, wood flooring and classic french doors. As you stroll through the first level to the brand-new kitchen, you are treated to stainless steel appliances, a large pantry, and direct access...Meticulous Craftsmanship! Modern amenities meet old world charm, in this lovingly restored Bowers Twin. A lovely covered front porch welcomes your guests! Enter and experience a stately foyer with a magnificent wood staircase as you are led to a formal living room and dining room with large windows, high ceilings, wood flooring and classic french doors. As you stroll through the first level to the brand-new kitchen, you are treated to stainless steel appliances, a large pantry, and direct access to the rear porch. There's a powder room conveniently located just off the kitchen. There's even a first floor laundry/mud room with plenty of storage and access to the rear porch. The upper level has a spacious and tranquil master bedroom suite with over-sized master bathroom and walk-in closet. 3 additional bedrooms and another full bath round out this floor. The floored attic with walk up staircase is huge and just waiting to safely store all of your treasures. This one won't last. Schedule your showing today!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/19/2012 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Michael W Logar • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (610) 587-7400 mwlogar@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Michael C Flammer • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (610) 334-9166 mflammer@homesale.com

Property Details for 278 Bowers Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1004569032
Days on Market
185
Taxes
$3,055 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Townhouse
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1860
Lot Size
0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
County
Berks County
Tax ID Number
63-5452-12-86-4398
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Victorian
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (BERKS PA)
Cross Street
OLD BOWERS RD
Municipality
MAXATAWNY TWP
Total Parking Spaces
0
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Room Count
8
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,458.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Construction Completed
No
Property Condition
Good

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Building Information for 278 Bowers Road

Stories2Residences-Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

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Property Information for 278 Bowers Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: KUTZTOWN AREA
  • School District County ID: 300200397316
  • Elementary School: KUTZTOWN (BERKS PA)
  • Middle Or Junior School: KUTZTOWN AREA (BERKS PA)
  • High School: KUTZTOWN AREA SENIOR (BERKS PA)
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Maxatawny Twp (10263)
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: 2011
  • Tax Assessed Value: $79,200
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $38,300
  • Land Assessed Value: $40,900
  • Land Use Code: 161
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 4398
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $6,036
  • Concession Remarks: Sellers Assist
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 16 X 10
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 13
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 12
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry, Double Sink
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 13
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 14
Room 8
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 14
  • Room Description: LAUNDRY
Room 9
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 7
  • Room Description: MST BATH
Room 10
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Walk-Up, Attic - Floored
Room 11
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2011
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,458.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 2,458.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof: Flat, Pitched, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3007/9946/5289/300799465289_512_384_WM_o__WYcsz6ODM1bwp.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Dirt Floor
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0X0
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Rear Yard
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 1537529
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Private
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water, Baseboard, Energy Star Heating System
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS

Property History for 278 Bowers Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 19, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #335948713

$143,900

+65.7% / yr

Jul 19, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004569032

$143,900—
May 9, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004569032

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/19/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #335948713

$143,900

+65.7% / yr

07/19/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004569032

$143,900
05/09/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1004569032

—

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

Public Records for 278 Bowers Road

Taxable ValueLand$40,900Additions$38,300Total$79,200
Tax Record2026$1,046 ($87 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,280 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,280 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860Year Renovated1860CountyBERKSAPN63-5452-12-86-4398

Schools near 278 Bowers Road

This home is within Kutztown Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kutztown El School
Public - K to 5
Kutztown Area Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Kutztown Area Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Greenwich-Lenhartsville El School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Kutztown El School
PublicK to 5

Kutztown Area Middle School
Public6 to 8

Kutztown Area Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Greenwich-Lenhartsville El School
PublicK to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 278 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 19539
$143,900
4
2,458
3,920
280 Bowers Road, Bowers, PA 19539
$117,000
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3,049
274 Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 19539
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2
2,144
7,841
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1
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