$250,000
SOLD AUG 14, 2025

1226 Margaret St Reading, PA 19605

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,238 Sq Ft
3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$202 Per Sq Ft

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Transitional Architecture
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • 3-minute walk to Laureldale Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

This Newly Renovated Home is Bright and Airy, with tons of windows and an Open Floor Plan. Enjoy Luxury Vinyl Plank floors throughout the first floor with a pretty new White Kitchen featuring Granite tops, Tile Backsplash and new SS Appliances. Just off the kitchen is the first floor powder room and Laundry hook up. The Living Room and Dining Room are open to each other and the Kitchen. The back door leads to a small back porch, yard and storage shed. Upstairs are three private bedrooms and an updated bath with new tub/shower, vanity and commode. Windows are replaced, New Carpet, Everything is freshly painted... Nothing to do but move in.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michele McCartney

(610) 587-1913 michelemccartney@kw.com Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing License #RS166910L Listed on: 06/27/2025

Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Linares

(610) 780-9679 garylinares226@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,295

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Transitional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,238 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0188
  • Assessor Parcel Number 57-5319-17-01-0188

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,295

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher, Range, Microwave, Shed
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This Newly Renovated Home is Bright and Airy, with tons of windows and an Open Floor Plan. Enjoy Luxury Vinyl Plank floors throughout the first floor with a pretty new White Kitchen featuring Granite tops, Tile Backsplash and new SS Appliances. Just off the kitchen is the first floor powder room and Laundry hook up. The Living Room and Dining Room are open to each other and the Kitchen. The back door leads to a small back porch, yard and storage shed. Upstairs are three private bedrooms and an updated bath with new tub/shower, vanity and commode. Windows are replaced, New Carpet, Everything is freshly painted... Nothing to do but move in.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Hookup, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1238
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1238
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 201.86
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1238
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1226

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: MUHLENBERG
  • School District Key: 300200397508
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 149
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3049.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2335.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3295.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 57-5319-17-01-0188
  • Tax Lot: 0188
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1238
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 08/14/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: MUHLENBERG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Yoas Scarlett and Heckman James
Bought by
Vila Brian
Seller's Agent
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Buyer's Agent
Gary Linares
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%
Views
134

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-45.90%
Original Mortgage
$12,500
Outstanding Balance
$12,500
Interest Rate
6.67%
Estimated Equity
$222,605

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2025
Closed on
Apr 22, 2025
Sold by
Tobolski Louise Mary and Warren Linda L
Bought by
Heckman James C and Yoas Scarlett L
Seller's Agent
Mary Brickner
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Michele McCartney
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$161,700
Premium/Discount to List
$11,700
7.8%
Views
78

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
307.77%
Original Mortgage
$154,375
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $250,000 Keystone Title
Deed $161,700 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $12,500 No Value Available
Open $242,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $154,375 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Sold $250,000 0.0% $202 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $249,900 +54.5% $202 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Sold $161,700 +7.8% $131 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Sale $150,000 -- $121 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,039 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2024 $3,137 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2023 $2,974 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2022 $2,926 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2021 $2,878 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2020 $2,878 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2019 $2,820 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2018 $2,724 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2017 $2,674 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2016 $829 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2015 $829 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
2014 $829 $63,700 $23,800 $39,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2059240

Bright MLS

APN: 57-5319-17-01-0188