Welcome to 501 Dorchester Ave located on a corner lot in the Lincoln Park Neighborhood in the Wilson School District. This 3 bedroom 2 bathroom well maintained home has a perfect flowing floor plan. Step inside and let the original hardwood floors lead you into a large living room with bay window. Eat in kitchen with plenty of counter space, cabinet space, and beautiful tile backsplash. The primary bedroom is roomy and features a gorgeous accent wall. 2 additional private bedrooms both with ample closet space. An updated full bathroom completes this level. The basement is partially finished and provides additional square footage for relaxing or entertaining. There is also a convenient full bathroom on this level. 2 car carport to keep you cars safe from the weather. Large shed with electric has a workshop area and plenty of room for your tools and toys. Efficient gas heat and central air. The playground is a stones throw away and the home is convenient to shopping, schools and major highways. You will love to call this your Home Sweet Home!
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
501 Dorchester Ave, Reading, PA 19609
3beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$307,700 Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$2,164 Estimated rent
Home value
$307,700
$292,000 - $323,000
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Wilson school districtWorkshop areaLincoln park neighborhoodBeautiful tile backsplashCabinet spaceEat in kitchenBay window
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Listed by:
Kylie Eveland Walbert 610-334-0261,
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Bought with:
Ron Landis, RM422754
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2038826
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Corner Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 80439613122586
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lincoln Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: SPRING TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $275/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $76,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,106
- Date on market: 1/18/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Exclusions: Smart Light Switches In Bedroom And Living Room
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2024 | Sold | $275,000$275/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2038826 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2024 | Pending sale | $275,000+10%$275/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2038826 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $249,900+24.5%$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2038826 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2004582 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Sold | $200,777+0.4%$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2004582 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2021 | Pending sale | $200,000$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2004582 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2021 | Listed for sale | $200,000+29.1%$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2004582 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2006 | Sold | $154,900$155/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,388 +3.9% | $76,200 |
| 2024 | $3,260 +5% | $76,200 |
| 2023 | $3,106 +2.5% | $76,200 |
| 2022 | $3,030 +3.6% | $76,200 |
| 2021 | $2,924 | $76,200 |
| 2020 | $2,924 +2.9% | $76,200 |
| 2019 | $2,841 +0.9% | $76,200 |
| 2018 | $2,816 +1.7% | $76,200 |
| 2017 | $2,769 +191.8% | $76,200 |
| 2016 | $949 | $76,200 |
| 2015 | $949 | $76,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $76,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $76,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Shiloh Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10Wilson Southern Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Wilson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Wilson
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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