$529,900
1014 Josephine Dr, Temple, PA 19560
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Welcome to 1004 Helm Lane — a spacious and beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in the desirable River Crest community of Muhlenberg Township. This home offers an open, light-filled layout with wide hallways, soaring cathedral ceilings, skylights, and a cozy gas fireplace anchoring the living room. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, a gas range, and a bright breakfast area, flowing seamlessly into a formal dining room—ideal for everyday living and entertaining alike. The main level features a generous primary suite with a walk-in closet, a full bath, and a convenient laundry room with utility sink. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a third full bath, and a versatile loft overlooking the living space below. Outside, unwind on the patio in your private, partially fenced backyard—a peaceful retreat for relaxing or entertaining. A full basement offers excellent storage or future finishing potential, while the two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Ideally located near Jim Dietrich Park, this move-in ready home combines comfort, style, and space. Don't miss your chance to make it yours!
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$500,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, and this home's own June 2024 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1145 TUCKERTON RD, READING, PA 19605 | June 2026 | $435,000 | 3/3 | 2,690 | $468,517 |
| 1041 RIVER CREST DR #LOT 60, READING, PA 19605 | June 2026 | $449,900 | 4/2 | 2,654 | $473,846 |
| 5213 STOUDTS FERRY BRIDGE RD #LOT 76, READING, PA 19605 | March 2026 | $475,000 | 4/2 | 2,638 | $487,445 |
| 1052 BOESHORE CIR, READING, PA 19605 | January 2026 | $432,600 | 4/3 | 3,036 | $428,684 |
| 2600 KUTZTOWN RD, READING, PA 19605 | May 2026 | $329,900 | 4/2 | 2,876 | $449,038 |
| 1040 RIVER CREST DR #20, READING, PA 19605 | April 2025 | $435,400 | 4/2 | 2,800 | $459,705 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| June 2024 | Sold | $460,000 |
| November 2017 | Sold | $285,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$10,200 / year
≈ $850 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$11,232
-9.2% at current rates
School tax
MUHLENBERG · 38.41 mills (2025-26)
$8,261
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$1,939
Municipal tax
Not reported in the MLS feed
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Recomputed from the county assessment ($215,100, 1994 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Berks County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$3,500/mo
Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
School district
Muhlenberg
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Berks County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Berks County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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