Welcome to "Stirling" an extraordinary and welcoming, one of a kind estate with incredible architectural details and history to match. Originally built in 1892 and designed by Philadelphia architect Theophilus P. Chandler for industrialist James Hervey Sternbergh and his family. The property remained in the Sternbergh family for over 100 years eventually being sold and used as a Inn/Bed and Breakfast. The property has been updated with newer slate roof, upgraded electric, fire suppression system and central air, while still maintaining the original historic character and details as a grand residence. A list of the room sizes and description can be found in the attached addendum. The property also features a carriage house, now converted to six guest suites. The main house and carriage house both sit on a 1.62 acre landscaped parcel featuring mature specimen trees. The property also includes the adjacent lot (1130 Centre Ave) consisting of 2.48 acres and features inground pool, koi pond and pool cabana along with expansive lawn with wooded backdrop in a park like setting. The property is also in close proximity to Philadelphia and New York City by plane or car. Although the photos convey the quality to be found in the interior and grounds, this is definitely a "must experience in person" property.
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
1120 Centre Ave, Reading, PA 19601
11beds
15,551sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
1.62 Acres Lot
$1,296,000 Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$1,373 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,296,000
$1.08M - $1.57M
$1,373/mo
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Pool cabanaInground poolKoi pondMature specimen treesHistoric character and detailsIncredible architectural detailsWooded backdrop
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Listed by:
Chris Miller 610-413-0323,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Jana Vagele, AB067125
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2055366
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 2300
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Dining Area, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Skylight(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 15,551
- Total interior livable area: 15,551 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 13,251
- Finished area below ground: 2,300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 18
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, Parking Lot
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Concrete, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Decorative
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic Vista
Lot
- Size: 1.62 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 15530741569359
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beaux Arts,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Fire Escape
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000$77/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2055366 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$77/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2055366 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+140%$77/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2055366 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2020 | Sold | $500,000-71.4%$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2019 | Pending sale | $1,750,000$113/sqft |
Source: BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks #PABK326526 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$113/sqft |
Source: BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks #PABK326526 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,081 +1.5% | $334,600 |
| 2024 | $14,858 +1.6% | $334,600 |
| 2023 | $14,627 -61.9% | $334,600 -61.9% |
| 2022 | $38,409 | $878,600 |
| 2021 | $38,409 +1% | $878,600 |
| 2020 | $38,022 | $878,600 |
| 2019 | $38,022 | $878,600 |
| 2018 | $38,022 +0.7% | $878,600 |
| 2017 | $37,772 +75% | $878,600 |
| 2016 | $21,578 +8.7% | $878,600 |
| 2015 | $19,856 | $878,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $878,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $878,600 +12.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $783,300 +13.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $688,100 |
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Neighborhood: 19601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Northwest Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Riverside El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Reading
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19601
- 1120 Centre Ave
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