This wonderful detached, traditional two-story in the Strausstown community has been lovingly maintained by the same owners for over 50 years. The main level includes a spacious living room with plenty of windows and a cozy gas fireplace. The eat-in kitchen includes newer appliances, laundry area, and access to the fully-fenced backyard. Off of the kitchen is one of two full bathrooms and a second living area. This area can be used as a fourth bedroom, home office, dining room, or whatever suits your needs. Upstairs, there are 3 generous-sized bedrooms, a large walk-in closet, another full bath, and stairs to the expansive attic. The property also includes a shed, detached 2-story, 2-car garage, some prior replacement windows, water treatment system, and so much more. With a few cosmetic updates, this classic charmer can be transformed into a beautiful showpiece. Won’t last long – schedule your showing today!
Sold for $245,000
$245,000
70 Main St, Strausstown, PA 19559
3beds
1,436sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$260,600 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$1,884 Estimated rent
Home value
$260,600
$240,000 - $281,000
$1,884/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sandra J Behm 610-914-0038,
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks,
Co-Listing Agent: Sharon Kominsky 610-372-3200,
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Bought with:
Jackson Hazell, RS373897
Keller Williams Keystone Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2058634
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Double Hung, Sliding
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Shelving,Side Entrance,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,436
- Total interior livable area: 1,436 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,436
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Sqft: 400
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard,Vinyl,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Rear Yard, Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Very Good,Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Above Ground, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Exterior Cameras
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Strausstown
- Municipality: UPPER TULPEHOCKEN TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $69,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,573
- Date on market: 6/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove, Basement Storage Units And Workbench
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2025 | Sold | $245,000+4.3%$171/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2058634 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$164/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2058634 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Listing removed | $235,000$164/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #PABK2058634 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000$164/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2058634 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,573 +1.8% | $69,600 |
| 2024 | $2,527 +1.9% | $69,600 |
| 2023 | $2,479 | $69,600 |
| 2022 | $2,479 | $69,600 |
| 2021 | $2,479 +0.6% | $69,600 |
| 2020 | $2,465 -5.9% | $69,600 |
| 2019 | $2,621 +180.8% | $69,600 |
| 2018 | $933 -61.6% | $69,600 |
| 2017 | $2,428 +149.8% | $69,600 |
| 2016 | $972 +2% | $69,600 |
| 2015 | $952 | $69,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $69,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $69,600 |
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Neighborhood: 19559
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tilden El CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 10.5 mi
- 4/10Hamburg Area Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.6 mi
- 5/10Hamburg Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tilden
- Middle: Hamburg Area
- High: Hamburg
- District: Hamburg Area
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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