1611 PALM ST Reading, PA 19604
UPDATED:
12/11/2024 05:42 PM
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,874 sqft
Price per Sqft $114
Subdivision Hampden Heights
MLS Listing ID PABK2048878
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,624
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1930
Annual Tax Amount $4,951
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 7,405 Sqft
Acres 0.17
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
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!
Location
State PA
County Berks
Area Reading City (10201)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Basement Fully Finished
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Steam
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 1
Inclusions Refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Oil
Exterior
Parking Features Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Attached Garage 1
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Story 2.5
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2.5
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Reading
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 17-5317-23-39-0582
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, VA, FHA
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, VA, FHA
Financing Cash,Conventional,VA,FHA
Special Listing Condition Standard
