For sale

$400,000

1840 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA 19607

4beds

2,540sqft

$2,686/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1870

0.97 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$157/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Approximately one acreKitchen with an islandFreshly painted wallsFour bedroomsPrivate wooded backyardFormal dining roomLuxury vinyl flooring

Looking for a home on approximately one acre in the Governor Mifflin School District surrounded by woods? Look no further! This well-maintained home offers privacy, space, and a peaceful wooded setting. The spacious and functional layout features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level includes a generously sized living room, formal dining room, kitchen with an island, and a cozy family room with a fireplace perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Crown molding, freshly painted walls and luxury vinyl flooring. Outside, the private wooded backyard provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, or enjoy nature. The property is also within walking distance of the river, making it easy to launch a raft or spend the day on the water. Combining space, privacy, and a convenient location, this property is a wonderful place to call home. Expected day on market is 8/6, inside photos will be uploaded then.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Radiator, Baseboard, Wood Stove, Other, Oil, Wood

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,540
Total interior livable area: 2,540 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,540
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 0.97 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 39531500155719
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco
Foundation: Stone

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1870

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reading
Municipality: CUMRU TWP

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $157/sqft
Tax assessed value: $111,100
Annual tax amount: $5,403
Date on market: 8/6/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Exclusions: Washer / Dryer
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/6/2026	Listed for sale	$400,000+70.2%$157/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2075652 Report a problem
6/30/2020	Sold	$235,000+2.2%$93/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/1/2020	Listed for sale	$229,900$91/sqft
Source: Tosco Real Estate Services #PABK357176 Report a problem
12/23/2019	Listing removed	$229,900$91/sqft
Source: Tosco Real Estate Services #PABK346138 Report a problem
10/16/2019	Price change	$229,900-4.2%$91/sqft
Source: Tosco Real Estate Services #PABK346138 Report a problem
9/14/2019	Price change	$239,900-3.2%$94/sqft
Source: Tosco Real Estate Services #PABK346138 Report a problem
8/10/2019	Listed for sale	$247,900+12.7%$98/sqft
Source: Tosco Real Estate Services #PABK346138 Report a problem
8/23/2017	Sold	$220,000-3.9%$87/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/6/2017	Listed for sale	$229,000$90/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wyomissing #6896638 Report a problem
7/6/2017	Pending sale	$229,000$90/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wyomissing #6896638 Report a problem
4/26/2017	Price change	$229,000-8.4%$90/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wyomissing #6896638 Report a problem
1/27/2017	Price change	$249,990-6.4%$98/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wyomissing #6896638 Report a problem
12/2/2016	Listed for sale	$267,000$105/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wyomissing #6896638 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,275 +3.2%	$111,100
2024	$5,112 +2.9%	$111,100
2023	$4,969 +2.6%	$111,100
2022	$4,844 +2%	$111,100
2021	$4,748	$111,100
2020	$4,748 +1.2%	$111,100
2019	$4,690 +1.8%	$111,100
2018	$4,606 +2%	$111,100
2017	$4,516 +177.5%	$111,100
2016	$1,627	$111,100
2015	$1,627	$111,100
2014	--	$111,100
2013	--	$111,100
2012	--	$111,100
2011	--	$111,100
2010	--	$111,100
2009	--	$111,100
2008	--	$111,100
2007	--	$111,100
2006	--	$111,100
2005	--	$111,100
2004	--	$111,100
2003	--	$111,100
2002	--	$111,100
2000	--	$111,100

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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