5 Forest Rd

3,821 Sq. Ft.
$113 / Sq. Ft.
3,821
Sq. Ft.
$113
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Words cannot describe this home, you will have to come see for yourself. As in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright, this home features the conception of spaces - an open floor plan that overlooks a panoramic 50 mile view and is 15 minutes from the PA Turnpike. This view is highly unusual and most spectacular for Southeastern Pennsylvania. Property is situated on 2.98 acres part of which is a large fenced in area great for dogs or play in a highly desirable small neighborhood in Cumru township. There...Words cannot describe this home, you will have to come see for yourself. As in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright, this home features the conception of spaces - an open floor plan that overlooks a panoramic 50 mile view and is 15 minutes from the PA Turnpike. This view is highly unusual and most spectacular for Southeastern Pennsylvania. Property is situated on 2.98 acres part of which is a large fenced in area great for dogs or play in a highly desirable small neighborhood in Cumru township. There is an expansive 1pe wood deck with custom glass railing perfect for entertaining family and friends. Custom kitchen adjoins the dining spaces. These spaces in turn flow into the main living ares, including a focus on a fireplace. Custom Maple kitchen with Corian curved counter tops with drip edge, pantry, Mahogany counter and accents, double sink with Koehler, high arc blade handle faucets and main floor laundry hook up. Lower level multipurpose room has a wet bar, custom bookcases and cabinets, custom Mahogany bar stop and counter tops. LL facilitates independent, multi-generaltional living with a suite with sink, kitchen, full bath, living area and laundry facilities. Multipurpose room has a wet bar, custom bookcases and cabinets, custom Mahogany bar top and counter. Home has a Geothermal heating and cooling system, is portable generator ready; has a new (and township inspected) septic system; has massive storage capacity and has been totally rewired and plumbing pipes updated. The addition on the home is cement board which is painted and requires very little maintenance. This home is definitely one of a kind with a view like no other in Berks County! NOTE: Maintenance agreement on Geothermal unit until 7/9/19. It would be greatly appreciated if you would please tell your Buyers Not to Drive Up the Driveway!
  1. Listed by Patrice A Bentz • RE/MAX Of Reading
    P: (484)-645-3763 pabentz@kw.com

Property Details for 5 Forest Road

Tax ID Number
39-4394-02-75-2572
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories
1
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 09/21/2018 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5 Forest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1002016814
Days on Market15
Taxes$7,959 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1958
Lot Size2.98 AC / 129,809 SF
CountyBerks County

Location

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Building Information for 5 Forest Road

Stories1Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size2.98 AC / 129,809 SF

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Property Information for 5 Forest Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District County ID: 300200397317
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN (BERKS PA)
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Cumru Twp (10239)
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: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $189,700
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $89,800
  • Land Assessed Value: $99,900
  • Land Use Code: 101
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 2572
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Other, Attic
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,821.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
  • Total SQFT: 3,821.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone, Other
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 0
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: IRREG
  • Lot Features: Cul-de-sac, Level, Trees/Wooded
  • Fencing: Other
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 1494421
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Other
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient, Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Geothermal
  • Heating Type: Geothermal, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS

Property History for 5 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 21, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #631641750

$429,900
Sep 21, 2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1002016814

$429,900
Aug 8, 2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1002016814

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/21/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #631641750

$429,900
09/21/2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1002016814

$429,900
08/08/2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1002016814

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Public Records for 5 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$99,900Additions$89,800Total$189,700
Tax Record2026$3,768 ($314 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,103 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,103 SqFtStories1Lot Size129,809 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958CountyBERKSAPN39439402752572Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5 Forest Road

This home is within Governor Mifflin School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mifflin Park El School
PublicK to 4

Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public7 to 8

Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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