Description
Step into a piece of history with this classic 1920s home, offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to bring a historic gem back to its former glory. situated in wyomissing borough, this spacious residence includes 5,396 square feet, featuring 7 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an attached 8-car garage.
as you explore this charming home, you'll be greeted by timeless details including hardwood floors throughout, crown molding, deep windowsills and an ornate stairway. the classic appeal is enhanced by built-in corner cabinets, 9-foot ceilings, and a host of unique elements like a butler’s pantry, a stone cooking hearth fireplace, an ice box, and distinctive bottle glass windows. an elevator, though not currently operational, adds to the home's charm.
the spacious first floor welcomes you with a large entry room that can serve as a foyer, office, or additional living space. the living room, featuring hardwood floors, crown molding, and a cozy fireplace, exudes classic elegance. the formal dining room continues the historical theme with its stone hearth fireplace and built-in corner cabinets. the butler’s pantry with its floor-to-ceiling glass-fronted cabinets and farm sink offers a glimpse into the past, and could be transformed into a stunning laundry room.
the kitchen, ripe for modernization, presents an opportunity to create a gourmet space that suits your culinary needs. adjacent to the kitchen is a garden/laundry room that connects to the 8-car garage, providing ample space for a multi-purpose room. the maid's room is above, and includes a single room with a full bath that has not been used in recent years. a very large enclosed porch overlooks the spacious yard, adding a touch of serenity to your daily life.
the home's layout includes a secluded bedroom at the top of the steps, complete with a den/sitting room and a full bath. ascend a few more steps to the main second level, where you'll find a large front bedroom and three additional bedrooms. two of these bedrooms share a full bath with private entries. the top level features two more generously sized bedrooms with a shared bath as well.
comfort is ensured with a gas hot water heating system and a separate gas water heater, both of which are newer and maintained under a service contract.
the property includes a .48-acre parcel with an additional .47-acre lot. the second parcel features an overgrown pool, and prospective buyers should check with local authorities regarding building regulations if considering development on this lot.
this home is a true treasure, offering a rare blend of historic elegance and potential for modernization. don’t miss your chance to restore this classic residence to its former splendor.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
None AvailableCounty
BERKSStyle
TraditionalAD ID
46822655
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 7
- Master Bedroom Level: 0
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 7
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 5
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 2
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 4
- Full Baths: 3
- Half Baths: 1
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Main Floor
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public
Interior Features
- Attic,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Crown Moldings,Elevator,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Wood Floors,Wainscotting
- Roof : Shingle,Pitched,Flat
- Exterior Property Features : Sidewalks,Street Lights
- Basement Description: Partial,Unfinished
- Property Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas
- Fireplace: Mantel(s),Stone,Wood
Roofing Information
- Shingle,Pitched,Flat
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks,Street Lights
- Year Built: 1920
- Structure: Detached
- Fireplace: 2
- Major Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1920
- Construction Material: Frame,Stucco
- Roof: Shingle,Pitched,Flat
- Foundation/Basement: Stone
- Architecture: Traditional
- Pool/Private: No Pool
- Roof Type: Shingle,Pitched,Flat
Pool Information
- Pool: No Pool
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Water
- Water Heat: Natural Gas
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 20,908
- Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Main Square Feet: 20,908
Property Information
- SQ ft: 5,396
- SQ ft (Living Area): 5,396
- Total Lot SQ ft: 20,908
- Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
- Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Total Acreage: 0.48
- New Construction: No
- Type: Traditional
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Immediate
- Days Of Market: 0
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $7,944
- Tax Year: 2023
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Immediate
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $167,000
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Parking Information
- Garage: 8
- Garage Type: Additional Storage Area,Inside Access,Oversized
- Parking Type: Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Roof: Shingle,Pitched,Flat
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: From Rt 422/Penn Ave, turn right onto Wyomissing Hills Blvd
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- School District: WYOMISSING AREA
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 2
- Fire Place Features: Mantel(s),Stone,Wood
Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Elevators: 1
Location Information
- Location Type: Suburban
- Direction: From Rt 422/Penn Ave, turn right onto Wyomissing Hills Blvd
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 09/19/2024 @ 13:02
- MLS: PABK2047790
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is a Home, with 7 bedrooms which is recently sold, it has 5,396 sqft, 20,908 sized lot, and 8 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of READING , in zip code 19609, this BERKS County Home , it is in the NONE AVAILABLE Subdivision, and are nearby neighborhoods.