520 Brownsville Rd

Reading, PA 19608

$255,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,056 Sq. Ft.
$241 / Sq. Ft.
1,056
Sq. Ft.
$241
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Full of character and modern comfort, this timeless brick home sits on a generous 0.78-acre lot in the desirable Wilson School District. Located just moments from Ganly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, it offers a great mix of charm, space, and convenience. Inside, you'll find rich hardwood flooring throughout much of the main level and easy-care vinyl in the kitchen. The layout includes 2 bedrooms—one on the main floor and another upstairs—plus a full bath and a full basement with laundry and storage space....Full of character and modern comfort, this timeless brick home sits on a generous 0.78-acre lot in the desirable Wilson School District. Located just moments from Ganly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, it offers a great mix of charm, space, and convenience. Inside, you'll find rich hardwood flooring throughout much of the main level and easy-care vinyl in the kitchen. The layout includes 2 bedrooms—one on the main floor and another upstairs—plus a full bath and a full basement with laundry and storage space. The living room is just off the kitchen and flows into the dining room, creating a warm, connected living space. A sliding glass door off the dining area leads right to the spacious backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The expansive 0.78-acre lot opens up a world of possibilities—start a garden, add a fire pit, pitch a tent, or simply enjoy the open space for outdoor fun. Recent updates include a repointed chimney with new liner and a new water heater installed in winter 2023. For added peace of mind, the seller is including a one-year America's Preferred Home Warranty. Don’t miss your chance to own a home with land, charm, and location—Don’t miss your chance to own a home with land, charm, and a great location—just minutes from Blue Marsh Lake’s hiking, boating, and recreation. Schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Tyler Miller • Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
    P: (484)-256-7259 tyler@movewithmiller.com

Property Details for 520 Brownsville Road

Tax ID Number
49-4377-02-89-4388
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod
Levels/Stories
1.5
Furnished
No
LISTING CLOSED: 09/29/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 520 Brownsville Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PABK2059820
Days on Market17
Taxes$3,480 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,976 SF
CountyBerks County
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Building Information for 520 Brownsville Road

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,976 SF

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Property Information for 520 Brownsville Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WILSON
  • School District County ID: 300200397305
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: GREEN VALLEY (BERKS PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILSON WEST (BERKS PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: WILSON (BERKS PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Lower Heidelberg Twp (10249)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • 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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $75,000
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $676
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $39,400
  • City Town Tax: $506
  • Land Assessed Value: $35,600
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 102
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Zoning Dscrp: Low Density Residential
  • Tax Lot: 4388
  • School Tax: $2,298
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Other, Attic, Full Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Living/Dining Room Combo
Room 3
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen - Eat-in, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 5
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 7
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Walk-Up, Flooring - HardWood
Room 8
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,056.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: See Maps
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Trees/Wooded
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • Parcel ID: 1519737
  • Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors, Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Window Features: Sliding, Vinyl Clad
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UFJzWk2dTM
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, 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: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: MoveWithMiller.com

Property History for 520 Brownsville Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 29, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2059820

$255,000—
Sep 18, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1914578897

$255,000

+6.5% / yr

Aug 19, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2059820

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/29/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2059820

$255,000
09/18/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1914578897

$255,000

+6.5% / yr

08/19/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2059820

—

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Public Records for 520 Brownsville Road

Taxable ValueLand$35,600Additions$39,400Total$75,000
Tax Record2026$1,198 ($100 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtStories1Lot Size33,977 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950CountyBERKSAPN49437702894388

Schools near 520 Brownsville Road

This home is within Wilson School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Green Valley El School
Public - K to 5
Wilson West Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Wilson High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Green Valley El School
PublicK to 5

Wilson West Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wilson High School
Public9 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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