Last Sold Price
3 beds3,134 sqft$136/sqft
1509 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604

Description

Welcome home to 1509 Alsace Road located in the prestigious Hampden Heights (College Heights) neighborhood . This vintage stone Normandy Tudor offers three generous sized bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms. This tudor home is sophisticated in architecture and style but also has a comfort feel to meet today's lifestyle demands. A curved flagstone walk way leads to the the stone turret which is the gateway into the foyer with a front to back hallway with an open stairwell. A spacious living...Welcome home to 1509 Alsace Road located in the prestigious Hampden Heights (College Heights) neighborhood . This vintage stone Normandy Tudor offers three generous sized bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms. This tudor home is sophisticated in architecture and style but also has a comfort feel to meet today's lifestyle demands. A curved flagstone walk way leads to the the stone turret which is the gateway into the foyer with a front to back hallway with an open stairwell. A spacious living room with a wood burning fire place that extends out to the stone covered side porch. Relax on the side porch and enjoy the sound of the waterfalls and fish swimming around an approximately 2,000 gallon pond. Back inside, there is a formal dining area with two corner built in cabinets. The expansive culinary kitchen with corian countertops, wrap around windows, and skylights add to the delight of this property. Stone arches and cathedral ceilings set the dramatic presence of the joining room, the perfect environment for entertaining with the flow and comfort. This room has an interior stone wall, built in bookshelves, deep window seat with storage, exposed beams and a gas fireplace. The upper level has a spacious primary bedroom with an attached private tiled bathroom, and a closet with dressing room area. There are two additional large bedrooms with a guest bathroom. The large attic is accessed through a pull down staircase in the hallway. The lower level has wood paneling, a half bathroom, a stone wood burning fireplace and hand painted tiled flooring. No detail was spared, slate and copper roof, pegged hardwood flooring, wrought iron staircase, arched doorways, many built in cabinets through out. The enchanted outdoor space includes many colorful perennial flowers, outdoor lighting illuminating the front and back of the home, flagstone hardscaped back patio, imported brownstone retaining wall and outdoor stove top/fireplace, New central air units installed in August 2021. Located conveniently near Albright College, local dining, entertainment and shopping, and close to major highways (Routes 12, 422, 222, 61). Schedule your private showing today for this rare opportunity to own a classic stone tudor home!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/04/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Katie C Broskey • Keller Williams Platinum Realty
    P: (717) 580-4129 katie@getmovingwithkatie.com

Property Details for 1509 Alsace Road

Status
MLS #
PABK2017540
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$7,423 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1929
Lot Size
0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
Tax ID Number
17-5317-32-38-8378
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional, Tudor
Levels/Stories
2
Furnished
No
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
07-07-2022
Subdivision
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS
Subdivision
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS (BERKS PA)
Municipality
READING CITY
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,819.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
315.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
315.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Excellent

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$340,000

Avg days on market

14

Sale-to-list ratio

101.5%

[Reading, PA]

9 comparable properties found

$385,000 | 1711 Alsace Road, Reading, PA 19604
1/46
1

$385,000

Sold 03/20/26

3
Bedrooms
2,744
Square Feet
0.36
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/41
2

$340,000

Sold 06/18/25

3
Bedrooms
2,951
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
front view of a house with a yard
1/33
3

$325,000

Sold 07/18/25

3
Bedrooms
2,568
Square Feet
0.54
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
1/60
4

$350,000

Sold 07/07/25

3
Bedrooms
3,077
Square Feet
0.2
Acres
front view of a house with a yard
1/39
5

$379,900

Sold 11/18/25

3
Bedrooms
2,636
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$330,000 | 2308 Alsace Road, Reading, PA 19604
1/31
6

$330,000

Sold 09/13/24

3
Bedrooms
2,688
Square Feet
0.34
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and trees
1/36
7

$360,500

Sold 06/13/25

3
Bedrooms
3,188
Square Feet
0.48
Acres
$340,000 | 305 Green Lane, Reading, PA 19601
1/32
8

$340,000

Sold 09/27/24

3
Bedrooms
2,715
Square Feet
0.45
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden
1/39
9

$304,000

Sold 07/02/25

3
Bedrooms
2,772
Square Feet
0.35
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 1509 Alsace Road

Stories2Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF

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Property Information for 1509 Alsace Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $169,800
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • County Tax: $1,300
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $138,100
  • City Town Tax: $3,078
  • Land Assessed Value: $31,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 8378
  • School Tax: $3,045
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,134.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,819.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,134.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate, Copper
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Stone, Tile/Brick, Wood
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Full, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Aluminum
  • Parcel ID: 1462976
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Covered Parking, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Wood, Stone
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: getmovingwithKATIE.com

Property History for 1509 Alsace Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 4, 2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2017540

$425,000
Jul 29, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1495747986

$425,000

+4.4% / yr

Jul 12, 2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2017540

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/04/2022

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2017540

$425,000
07/29/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1495747986

$425,000

+4.4% / yr

07/12/2022

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2017540

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Public Records for 1509 Alsace Road

Taxable ValueLand$31,700Additions$138,100Total$169,800
Tax Record2026$4,793 ($399 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,819 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,819 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyBERKSAPN17531732388378Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1509 Alsace Road

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thirteenth & Union El School
PublicPK to 4

Northeast Middle School
Public5 to 8

Reading Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Chor Day Academy
Private1 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1509 Alsace Road, Reading, PA 19604
$425,000
3
3,134
12,632
$385,000
3
2,591
13,068
$79,000
3
2,622
10,890
3
2,411
10,890
3
2,544
9,148
$310,000
5
3,300
22,216

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