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Sold on 11/06/2024
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1242 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602

$256,000

Last sold 11/06/2024 for $205K

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    bed

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  • 2,176

    Sqft ($94/Sqft)

Multi-family not for sale
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About 1242 Eckert Ave

Property type Multi-family
Neighborhood
Year built 1900
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 2,178 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
This property is currently configured as a single-family home with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. However, it is zoned as a duplex (2-family dwelling) per the Zoning Department of the City of Reading. With minimal effort, the property can be reconfigured back into two units, each consisting of 2 bedrooms. The potential rental income for each apartment is estimated at $1,250-$1,350. Please note that there is only one electric meter for the entire building. The property is currently vacant.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Fernando Hernandez
Listing Office - EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#PABK2049452 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 3 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None, None
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style Traditional
Type Multi-Family
SubType Duplex
Status Closed
SqFt 2176
Lot Size (SqFt) 2178
Lot Size (Acres) 0.05
County Tax 372, Annually
City/ Town Tax 809
Tax: Assessed Value 44600
Annual Property Tax 1181
Year Built 1900
Municipality READING CITY
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Basement Poured Concrete
Total # of Rooms 10
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Construction Brick
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Parking Desc On Street
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Pool No Pool
Location
Subdivision NONE AVAILABLE
Water Source Public
School District READING
Directions From Exeter West On 422 Business Route To Mineral Spring Road To Right On Clymer Street To Left On Eckert Avenue
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Multifamily Details
Owner Pays All Utilities
# 2-Bedroom Units 2
# Units Furnished None
# Units Vacant 2
$256K
Range: $232K-$279K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $951/month
Gross rent multiplier: 18.0
  • Nov 2024
    mls logo MLS # PABK2049452
  • Nov 16, 2024 Sold
    $205,000
  • Oct 7, 2024 Pending
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  • Oct 2, 2024 Listed
    $210,000
  • Nov 2024
    mls logo MLS # PABK2047254
  • Nov 16, 2024 Sold
    $205,000
  • Oct 7, 2024 Pending
    —
  • Sep 18, 2024 Price Change
    $210,000 (-2.3%)
  • Sep 9, 2024 Listed
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  • Sep 5, 2024 Pending
    —
  • Aug 28, 2024 Price Change
    $215,000 (-6.5%)
  • Aug 19, 2024 Listed
    $229,900 (+91.6%)
  • Nov 2024
    Public Records
  • Nov 13, 2024 Sold
    $205,000 (-2.4%)
  • Oct 2020
    mls logo MLS # PABK359644
  • Oct 30, 2020 Hold
    —
  • Jul 10, 2020 Pending
    —
  • Jun 24, 2020 Listed
    $120,000 (+160.9%)
  • Mar 2005
    Public Records
  • Mar 22, 2005 Sold
    $46,000
  • Jan 2005
    mls logo MLS # 4450437
  • Jan 7, 2005 Sold
    $46,000
  • Jan 8, 2004 Listed
    $46,000
  • Jan 2005
    mls logo MLS # 4309167
  • Jan 7, 2005 Sold
    $46,000
  • Jan 8, 2004 Listed
    $46,000 (+77.6%)
  • Sep 2002
    Public Records
  • Sep 18, 2002 Sold
    $25,900
  • Jul 2002
    mls logo MLS # 4081342
  • Jul 30, 2002 Sold
    $25,900
  • May 14, 2002 Listed
    $25,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $1,211 +2.5%
    $44,600
  • 2024
    $1,181
    $44,600
  • 1242 Eckert Ave
    $205K
  • Penn's Common
    $219K +39% y/y
  • 19602
    $165K 0% y/y
  • Reading
    $252K -6% y/y
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Sixteenth & Haak El School
public Grades PK, K-4
Reading School District
4/10
Central Middle School
public Grades 5-8
Reading School District
2/10
Reading Senior High School
public Grades 9-12
Reading School District
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