Last Sold Price
4 beds2,272 sqft$84/sqft
1608 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604

Description

Welcome to 1608 Alsace Road in the prestigious neighborhood of The Heights Historic Conservation District (Hampden Heights). This well maintained, classic brick home boasts four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. A beautiful staircase and original pegged hardwood flooring greet you upon entry. French doors lead into the kitchen, dining room and living room areas. Updated crown molding sets off intricate ceilings throughout the first floor. The formal dining room has a large bay window and two...Welcome to 1608 Alsace Road in the prestigious neighborhood of The Heights Historic Conservation District (Hampden Heights). This well maintained, classic brick home boasts four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. A beautiful staircase and original pegged hardwood flooring greet you upon entry. French doors lead into the kitchen, dining room and living room areas. Updated crown molding sets off intricate ceilings throughout the first floor. The formal dining room has a large bay window and two built in corner cabinets. A gas fireplace with detailed mantel are the statement piece in the living room. A half bath is also included on the first floor. A quaint covered side porch area is ideal for grilling, entertaining and relaxing. The second floor offers three bedrooms, two full bathrooms and plenty of storage space. The third floor presents additional storage space, a cedar lined closet, a full bathroom and an area with kitchenette that could be used as a fourth bedroom, in-law suite, office, den or playroom. The lower level of the home features a family room with stone fireplace and additional storage. There is no shortage of storage space in this wonderful home! A laundry room with mudroom/shower stall area sit just off the two car garage. The mudroom and shower stall area with outside entrance are perfect for the avid gardener. The back yard has a lower level patio area and room for gardening. Pride of ownership is abundant throughout this home. It was recently converted from oil to gas heating, and the heating system, central air and water heater are all approximately two years old. 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.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/20/2016 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Katie C Broskey • BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
    P: (717) 580-4129 katie@getmovingwithkatie.com

Property Details for 1608 Alsace Road

Status
MLS #
1002725804
Days on Market
145
Taxes
$5,466 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1934
Lot Size
0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
Tax ID Number
17-5317-24-49-0009
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS
Subdivision
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS (BERKS PA)
Cross Street
.
Municipality
READING CITY
Total Parking Spaces
4
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Room Count
9
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,272.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Construction Completed
No
Property Condition
Good

Location

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Building Information for 1608 Alsace Road

Stories2Year Built1934Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

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Property Information for 1608 Alsace Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • High School: READING SENIOR (BERKS PA)
  • 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: 2016
  • Tax Assessed Value: $128,700
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $102,600
  • Land Assessed Value: $26,100
  • Land Use Code: 112
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 0009
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 13
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 22 X 14
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Other
Room 3
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 14
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 13
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 11
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 15
Room 7
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Walk-Up
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 9
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 14
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 10
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 24 X 15
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Other
Room 11
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 8
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,272.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: .
  • Lot Features: Irregular
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 1461783
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Attached Garage, Other
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: getmovingwithKATIE.com

Property History for 1608 Alsace Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #572634460

$189,900

-1.8% / yr

May 20, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002725804

$189,900
Mar 19, 2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1002725804

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #572634460

$189,900

-1.8% / yr

05/20/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002725804

$189,900
03/19/2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1002725804

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Public Records for 1608 Alsace Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,272 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,272 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,712 SqFtStyleGovernmental / Public UseYear Built1934CountyBERKSAPN17531724490009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1608 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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