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5
beds
3
baths
2,874
sqft
Built in
1930
*PRICE ADJUSTMENT+ 1 year Home Warranty!" $364,900 Welcome to 1611 Palm street, located in the highly desirable Hampden Heights neighborhood. This beautiful, one-of-a-kind home was designed by renowned American architect Miles Dechant, who also designed the Berks County Courthouse and iconic City Park Bandshell. So many special characteristics that make this home like no other! From the distinctive look of the Vermont slate roof and clinker bricks, copper downspouts, the character of the flagstone walk, porch and patio and the old-world charm of the brick archway and walk. In addition to that, there is an exceptional private garden space with a covered porch that is green throughout all seasons. Even on a cold winter day, you can bundle up and enjoy this striking evergreen space! This spacious 2 1/2 story brick colonial home has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a partially finished basement. As you enter into the main floor, the many NEW double hung windows provide natural light to brighten your surroundings and lift your mood. On those chilly winter nights, cozy up in the living room in front of the wood burning fireplace. On the second floor, you will find 4 nicely sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The third level features a finished attic/5th bedroom space or exercise area, which currently includes a classic Cedar closet for extra storage. In the basement, discover the finished entertainment space with a private entrance via stairs to the backyard. The laundry room, utility room, and additional storage areas are also located in the basement. There is a 1 car attached garage and additional driveway parking behind the home, accessible via an alleyway. This home also features central air conditioning, new appliances, upgraded LVP flooring, new windows, upgraded electrical wiring. Experience the unique charm of an older home with modern updates making it a must see!
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Basement:
- Fully Finished
- A/C:
- Central A/C
- Heating:
- Y, Steam, Oil
- Fireplace:
- Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
- Disability Feature:
- None
Exterior
- General:
- Above Grade,Below Grade
- Style:
- Colonial
Construction
- General:
- Brick, 2, Stone
Location
- Originating MLS:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
- School District:
- READING
- County:
- BERKS
Lot
- Zoning:
- RESIDENTIAL, 17-5317-23-39-0582
- Current Use:
- 112
Utilities
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
Financial
- Source:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Platinum Realty, Alison Burke
Monthly Payment
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Property taxes are generally around 1.2% of the home’s value, but may vary based on location.
Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
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About Reading, PA
Housing
- Number of Units
- 90,369
- Median Home Value
- $174,286
- Median Rent
- $790
38.78% of housing units are renter occupied.
5.77% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
72.21%
- Public Transportation
-
2.64%
- Walk to Work
-
3.24%
- Work from Home
-
19.44%
- Other
-
2.25%
The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.
People
- Population
- 224,407
- Median Age
- 37.10
- Median Household Size
- 2.83
Education
- High School
-
33.03%
- Associate’s Degree
-
8.41%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
15.95%
- Graduate Degree
-
9.20%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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