Sold846d on market
17 Margaret Dr
Reading, PA, 19609 • 19609 • Berks County
$285,000
$174/sqft
3Beds
1Baths
1,639Sqft
0.13 acLot
1951Built
Property DNA
None Available
19609
1 Fireplace
Cozy heat source
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
This home is in high demand
Listed 846 days ago · 12 views · Top 10% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
12 views
People checking out this listing
846 days on market
Established listing
$174/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 10% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1951
Welcome to 17 Margaret Drive. This beautiful cape cod home is located in an adorable neighborhood, in the desirable Wyomissing School District. Pull into the driveway and enter through the front door into the natural-lit living room with beautiful hardwood flooring and a cozy, wood burning fireplace. This home features an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and a sliding door leading right out to the custom deck and spacious back yard -there is also additional patio space on the side porch, both perfect for entertaining. The upper level holds 3 spacious bedrooms, with a large walk in closet- off the master that can even be used as storage, an office or a play room! The full bath features upgraded fixtures and a linen closet. Entering the lower level you will find yourself in the large rec room and laundry area. The roof is only 2-years old and features Solar Panels- which are energy efficient and lower utility bills . This home offers all of the above: Hardwood Floors, Wood Burning Fireplace and Granite Countertops. Ring with cameras with motion detectors. Mature Landscaping. Side covered patio and finished lower level. Quiet tree lined street, Driveway and off street parking. Walking distance to Wyomissing elementary school, mall, shopping, park and the desirable Penn Ave in West Reading filled with unique dining and boutiques. Schedule your showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights updated kitchen, beautiful hardwood flooring, and granite counter tops as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,758/month
Principal & Interest$1,378
Property Tax$285
Insurance$95
Down payment20% ($57,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $228,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1951
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot5,662 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1951
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionVinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingPrivate, Driveway
BasementFull
Fireplaces1
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19609
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$3,574
Parcel96439606389534
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Private
Driveway
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Aluminum Siding
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market846
Est. value$318,400
Est. rent$2,065/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$174
On marketNov 9, 2023
PostedNov 9, 2023
Last sold$285,000
MLS updatedSep 19, 2024
Tour days6
Views12
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19609
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 15, 2023Sold$285,000$174Bright MLS
Nov 15, 2023Pending Sale$279,900$171Bright MLS
Nov 9, 2023Listed For Sale$279,900$171Bright MLS
May 14, 2013Sold$139,900$85Public Record
Apr 11, 2013Listed For Sale$139,900$85Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Sold$285,000
Dec 15, 2023•$174/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$279,900
Nov 15, 2023•$171/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$279,900
Nov 9, 2023•$171/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$139,900
May 14, 2013•$85/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$139,900
Apr 11, 2013•$85/sqft•Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$3,903$78,800
Apr 10, 2024$3,749$78,800
Apr 10, 2023$3,574$78,800
Apr 10, 2022$3,522$78,800
Apr 10, 2021$3,472$78,800
Apr 10, 2020$3,415$78,800
Apr 10, 2019$3,327$78,800
Apr 10, 2018$3,280$78,800
Apr 10, 2017$3,258$78,800
Apr 10, 2016$870$78,800
Apr 10, 2015$870$78,800
Apr 10, 2014—$78,800
Apr 10, 2013—$78,800
Apr 10, 2012—$78,800
Apr 10, 2011—$78,800
Apr 10, 2010—$78,800
Apr 10, 2009—$78,800
Apr 10, 2008—$78,800
Apr 10, 2007—$78,800
Apr 10, 2006—$78,800
Apr 10, 2005—$78,800
Apr 10, 2004—$78,800
Apr 10, 2003—$78,800
Apr 10, 2002—$78,800
Apr 10, 2000—$78,800
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
Flying HillsJacksonwaldLincoln ParkLoraneMontrose ManorReifftonSpring RidgeSpringmontWest WyomissingWhitfield
Nearby cities
BirdsboroBoyertownDouglassvilleFleetwoodHamburgKutztownMacungieMohnton
Nearby zip codes
19601196021960419605196061960719608196101961119640
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