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Listing description

Move right into this well maintained 1880 two-story farmhouse, ideally situated on an almost half-acre lot in the highly sought-after Wilson School District. The welcoming main level features durable Pergo flooring, a spacious living room accented with wainscoting and a beadboard ceiling with faux beams, a formal dining room highlighted by a charming antique hobnail light fixture, and a cozy kitchen complete with a breakfast counter, seating, and all appliances included. Just off the kitchen, step onto the covered porch and deck with a retractable sunshade—an ideal space for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing. The impressive family room boasts a vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceiling with two skylights, abundant natural light, built-in bookshelves, a ceiling fan, a large walk-in closet, and an adjacent full bath with a shower and updated barn door. The enclosed front porch serves as a comfortable four-season sunroom with heat and a ceiling fan, providing additional year-round living space. Upstairs, you'll find three private bedrooms plus a walk-through fourth bedroom that was previously used as a dressing room. This versatile space offers two walk-in closets and direct access to the full bath featuring a classic clawfoot tub. Additional features include replacement tilt-in windows throughout, oil forced-air heat supplemented by two propane heaters, split-system air conditioning, a full walk-up attic with exceptional storage, and a full basement with outside access through a Bilco door. The washer, dryer, and all kitchen appliances remain. Recent updates include a hot water heater (2021), a newer chimney liner, and a regularly serviced heating system with a transferable parts and labor warranty through February 2027. Outside, you'll appreciate the barn-style storage shed with electricity, a two-car carport with a concrete floor that also doubles as a fantastic covered entertaining area, and driveway parking for four additional vehicles. If you've been searching for a home that combines historic character, modern conveniences, and a desirable location, this charming farmhouse is ready to welcome you home.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Main level1 full bath
  2. Upper level4 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,520 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Ductless/Mini-Split

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1880

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.46 acres (20,037 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$188
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2075306
County
Berks County
School district
Wilson
Days on NookLocal
8 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer - Electric
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil, Propane - Leased
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Attached Carport, Driveway
Total spaces
6
Driveway spaces
4

Community

Subdivision
MONTROSE MANOR

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RC

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, kitchen stools, dehumidifier, washer and dryer
Exclusions
All personal property including party lights on sunshade support, plants, 1st floor window sheers and porch chairs
Possession
Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 26, 2026Price reduced$285,000
Jul 19, 2026Listed for sale$299,900

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$285,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$285,000
County assessment implies
$313,707
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$4,110/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
308 SPOHN RD, READING, PA 19608February 2026$315,0005/21,568$264,143
874 COLUMBIA AVE, READING, PA 19608October 2025$294,0004/21,528$303,031
217 REVERE BLVD, READING, PA 19609April 2026$310,0004/21,483$281,406
404 HARVARD BLVD, READING, PA 19609June 2026$333,5003/21,525$281,479
758 FRITZTOWN RD, READING, PA 19608July 2025$279,0003/11,524$288,624
770 MOHNS HILL, READING, PA 19608February 2026$350,6753/21,457$352,887

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$4,478 / year

$373 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$4,477

School tax

WILSON · 31.80 mills (2025-26)

$3,202

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$908

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$368

Recomputed from the county assessment ($100,700, 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$57,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,887/mo

Principal & interest
$1,431
Property taxes (current rates)
$373
Home insurance (est.)
$83

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.

Area statistics

School district

Wilson

Academic index
62.1/100
Graduation rate
90.7%
PSSA ELA proficient
54.9%
PSSA Math proficient
46.5%

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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Data last updated: July 27, 2026 at 2:06 PM EDT

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