Nestled on a quiet street, this beautifully updated historic home built by renowned local builder: Samual Sherman; seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern amenities. The entire interior has been freshly painted, and the original hardwood floors have been expertly resurfaced, highlighting their rich character amongst other improvements. With four spacious bedrooms and a large finished attic, this home offers ample living space. The chef’s kitchen, appointed with granite countertops, is perfect for culinary enthusiasts. A rare feature, the basement garage adds convenience, while the fenced-in rear yard provides a private oasis, complete with mature, high-end landscaping around the home. Enjoy outdoor living year-round with front and rear covered porches. This home is the perfect blend of classic elegance and contemporary comfort. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
1518 N 15th St, Reading, PA 19604
5beds
2,059sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$267,800 Zestimate®
$136/sqft
$2,271 Estimated rent
Home value
$267,800
$244,000 - $292,000
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Four spacious bedroomsBeautifully updated historic homeFenced-in rear yardQuiet streetMature high-end landscapingOriginal hardwood floorsGranite countertops
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Listed by:
Chad Schlanger 610-334-2168,
United Real Estate Strive 212
Bought with:
Kimberly Delgado, RS367124
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2051428
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,059
- Total interior livable area: 2,059 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,059
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Built In, Basement, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17531723381990
- Zoning: RES.
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Details
- Builder name: Samuel Sherman
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: Hampden Heights
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,PHFA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2/2025 | Sold | $280,000+12.2%$136/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2051428 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Pending sale | $249,500$121/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2051428 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $249,500$121/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2051428 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,782 +1.5% | $83,900 |
| 2024 | $3,726 +1.6% | $83,900 |
| 2023 | $3,668 | $83,900 |
| 2022 | $3,668 | $83,900 |
| 2021 | $3,668 +1% | $83,900 |
| 2020 | $3,631 +218.4% | $83,900 |
| 2019 | $1,140 | $83,900 |
| 2018 | $1,140 -68.4% | $83,900 |
| 2017 | $3,607 +216.3% | $83,900 |
| 2016 | $1,140 -39.9% | $83,900 |
| 2015 | $1,896 | $83,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $83,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thirteenth & Union El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Northeast Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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Estimated market value
$267,800
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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19604
- 1518 N 15th St
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