OPEN HOUSE WEDNESDAY 5/21 5PM - 7PM and SATURDAY 5/24 12PM - 2PM. Welcome to this renovated, move-in ready gem in the heart of the desirable Wilson School District! This stylish one-floor home offers the best of both comfort and convenience, featuring low property taxes, gas heat, and central A/C throughout. Step inside to find refinished hardwood floors, new windows, oversized baseboards, updated doors and hardware, and custom wainscoting that adds timeless charm. The spacious layout includes a sun-filled living room, large dining room, and an expansive galley kitchen with double oven, perfect for entertaining. The beautifully updated bath and generously sized bedrooms provide modern comfort, while the attached garage and main-level living make this home ideal for those seeking easy access with no stairs. Outside, enjoy a private yard with a firepit, basketball hoop, shed, and side patio with grill space -- an entertainer's dream! Bonus potential exists in the basement with the option to add a third bedroom or create a fun hangout area.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
608 Dorchester Ave, Reading, PA 19609
2beds
1,086sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$293,500 Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$1,745 Estimated rent
Home value
$293,500
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Private yardBasketball hoopNew windowsBeautifully updated bathSpacious layoutRefinished hardwood floorsLarge dining room
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Listed by:
Jennifer Fernez 484-332-6754,
Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Bought with:
Cecilia M. Leone, RS187599L
Century 21 Emerald
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2057134
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Lighting - Pendants, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 17
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 9
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Wainscotting, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Hung, Replacement, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Garage Access,Heated,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,086
- Total interior livable area: 1,086 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,086
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Paved, Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Roof
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Balcony
- Pool features: Community
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Backs to Trees, Level, Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 80439613032684
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Passive Radon Mitigation
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Lincoln Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: SPRING TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $71,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,083
- Date on market: 5/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Washer / Dryer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Patio Set, Fire Pit, Lawn Chairs, Patio Furniture, Basketball Net, Possibility To Sell Home Furnished
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $280,000+7.7%$258/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2057134 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2025 | Pending sale | $259,900$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2057134 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900+98.4%$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2057134 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2025 | Listing removed | $2,050$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2025 | Price change | $2,050-2.4%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,100$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2012 | Sold | $131,000-5%$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2012 | Listed for sale | $137,900+37.9%$127/sqft |
Source: Prudential Landis Homesale Services #6050352 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2009 | Sold | $100,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,166 +3.9% | $71,200 |
| 2024 | $3,046 +5% | $71,200 |
| 2023 | $2,903 +2.5% | $71,200 |
| 2022 | $2,831 +3.6% | $71,200 |
| 2021 | $2,732 | $71,200 |
| 2020 | $2,732 +2.9% | $71,200 |
| 2019 | $2,654 +0.9% | $71,200 |
| 2018 | $2,631 +1.7% | $71,200 |
| 2017 | $2,587 +169.6% | $71,200 |
| 2016 | $960 | $71,200 |
| 2015 | $960 | $71,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $71,200 |
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 mi
- 7/10Wilson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Wilson
- 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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- Berks County
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- 608 Dorchester Ave
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