Schedule your showing to see this beautifully updated home in the highly sought-after Lincoln Park neighborhood, within Wilson School District. Offering three bedrooms and one-and-a-half bathrooms, this home perfectly blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, you’ll find an updated kitchen and bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, and fresh paint throughout. The finished basement provides additional living space including a wet bar, laundry/utility room, and ample storage. Recent updates include a newer roof, windows, and mechanicals for peace of mind. Outside, enjoy a welcoming covered front porch, a rear patio, and a private, fully fenced backyard. Pride of ownership is evident...don’t miss the chance to make it yours!
For sale
$345,000
517 Wellington Ave, Reading, PA 19609
3beds
1,647sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementWelcoming covered front porchNewer roofFresh paint throughoutOne-and-a-half bathroomsThree bedroomsRear patio
- 21 days
- 2,472
- 128
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Wagner 610-451-1889,
Realty One Group Alliance 6104848663
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2075260
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 311
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Water Heater, Washer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,647
- Total interior livable area: 1,647 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,336
- Finished area below ground: 311
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 80439613137411
- Zoning: RES
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- 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: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $94,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,754
- Date on market: 8/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,000+29.7%$209/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2075260 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2022 | Sold | $266,000+2.7%$162/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2013600 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2022 | Pending sale | $259,000$157/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2013600 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2022 | Listing removed | $259,000$157/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2013600 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $259,000+11.2%$157/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2013600 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2021 | Sold | $233,000+2.2%$141/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2007356 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2021 | Pending sale | $228,000$138/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2007356 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2021 | Listing removed | $228,000$138/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2007356 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2021 | Listed for sale | $228,000+26.7%$138/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2007356 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2017 | Sold | $179,900$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2017 | Pending sale | $179,900$109/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Epting Realty #7006520 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2017 | Listed for sale | $179,900+9.1%$109/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Epting Realty #7006520 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2014 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,400+16.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2014 | Listing removed | $164,900$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Select Professionals #6409723 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $164,900+64.9%$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Select Professionals #6409723 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2012 | Sold | $100,000-27.5%$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2011 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Network Realty Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Network Realty Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2011 | Price change | $138,000+6.2%$84/sqft |
Source: Network Realty #5846895 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2011 | Price change | $129,900-5.9%$79/sqft |
Source: Network Realty #5846895 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2011 | Price change | $138,000-3.8%$84/sqft |
Source: Network Realty #5846895 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2011 | Price change | $143,500-10.3%$87/sqft |
Source: Network Realty #5846895 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $160,000+14.3%$97/sqft |
Source: Network Realty #5846895 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2004 | Sold | $140,000$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $3,754 +3.6% | $94,400 |
| 2021 | $3,622 | $94,400 |
| 2020 | $3,622 +2.9% | $94,400 |
| 2019 | $3,519 +0.9% | $94,400 |
| 2018 | $3,489 +1.7% | $94,400 |
| 2017 | $3,430 +171.9% | $94,400 |
| 2016 | $1,261 | $94,400 |
| 2015 | $1,261 | $94,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $94,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $94,400 |
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Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
Nearby schools
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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