Excellent investment and potential Airbnb opportunity in Brecknock Township, Denver PA! This well-maintained duplex features two occupied long-term rental units, making it a strong addition to any investment portfolio. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and convenient in-unit laundry. The property has separate electric and heating systems for each unit, helping to simplify management and tenant utility responsibilities. The upper unit currently rents for $900/month and the lower unit rents for $950/month. The first-floor unit also features a recently updated bathroom with a handicap-accessible shower and new carpeting. Major improvements have already been completed, including recent sewer pipe improvements (2025), a newer rubber roof with a 20-year warranty (2024), new HVAC system (2024), updated water heaters, and a new pressure-treated deck. Located in a convenient Denver location within Brecknock Township, this property offers reliable rental income with solid long-term tenants already in place. Whether you’re looking to expand your investment portfolio or explore the potential for a future Airbnb or short-term rental opportunity, this duplex offers excellent versatility with many important capital improvements already completed!
For sale
$257,900
1278 Reading Rd, Denver, PA 17517
4beds
2,218sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
3,485 Square Feet Lot
$266,800 Zestimate®
$116/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Handicap-accessible showerConvenient in-unit laundryRecently updated bathroomNew pressure-treated deckNew carpeting
- 8 days |
- 794 |
- 25 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mariel Gniewoz 610-310-6408,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville 2156311900,
Listing Team: The Mariel G. Weiss Team, Co-Listing Team: The Mariel G. Weiss Team,Co-Listing Agent: Kelly R Delikat 267-784-2118,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2089138
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,218
- Total interior livable area: 2,218 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,218
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Site
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,485 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0405270100000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Denver
- Municipality: BRECKNOCK TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $116/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $134,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,478
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer & Dryer In Each Unit In As Is Condition At No Monetary Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$266,800
$253,000 - $280,000
$2,131/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $257,900+77.7%$116/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PALA2089144 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA176176 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2021 | Sold | $145,125$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2021 | Sold | $145,125-9.2%$65/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2021 | Pending sale | $159,900$72/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA176176 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $159,900+23%$72/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PALA176176 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2018 | Sold | $130,000$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,362 +1.7% | $134,900 |
| 2024 | $2,322 +2.1% | $134,900 |
| 2023 | $2,274 +1.8% | $134,900 |
| 2022 | $2,235 +1.5% | $134,900 |
| 2021 | $2,201 +391.9% | $134,900 |
| 2020 | $448 -78.7% | $134,900 |
| 2019 | $2,098 +27.5% | $134,900 +56.1% |
| 2017 | $1,645 +0% | $86,400 |
| 2016 | $1,645 +32.1% | $86,400 |
| 2015 | $1,245 | $86,400 |
| 2014 | $1,245 | $86,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $86,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $86,400 +36.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $63,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $63,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $63,100 |
| 2000 | -- | $63,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 17517
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brecknock El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Garden Spot Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 7/10Garden Spot Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Eastern Lancaster County
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
- Lancaster County
- Denver
- 17517
- 1278 Reading Rd
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