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Listing description

Historic Riverfront Retreat on Over 3 Acres Enjoy more than 500 feet of private river frontage, offering the perfect setting for fishing, boating, and waterfront relaxation right from your own backyard. Nestled on over 3 picturesque acres, this property features a park-like landscape with mature trees, fruit trees, and exceptional outdoor amenities. Outbuildings include a large 50' x 36' pole barn, a detached garage, workshop, root cellar, and a pavilion complete with water and electricity—ideal for entertaining, hobbies, or storage. The charming stone, whitewashed home dates back to 1790 and blends historic character with modern convenience. A spacious addition, completed in 1980, provides extra living space and features a private exterior entrance, beautiful backyard and river views, an exposed stone wall, and its own mini-split heating and cooling system. Inside, the main home offers a functional layout with a first-floor laundry/mudroom, full bath, kitchen, dining room, and first-floor bedroom. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom. Natural gas heat, a natural gas water heater, and public water service. This unique property combines historic charm, abundant outdoor space, and exceptional riverfront accessing opportunity that's rarely available.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,656 sq ft
Heating
None
Cooling
None

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1790

Lot & parking

Lot size
3.19 acres (138,956 sq ft)
Garage
2 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$347
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2072806
County
Berks County
School district
Muhlenberg
Days on NookLocal
2 days

Interior features

Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stone
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
View
Creek/Stream

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
None
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
On Site Septic

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage
Garage type
Additional Storage Area
Total spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
WHITFORD HILL

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RES
Flood zone
AE

Included in the sale

Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 25, 2026Listed for sale$575,000

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

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$392,000

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

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, and this home's own December 2022 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
December 2022 for $303,000
About $389,639 in today's market
Current list price
$575,000
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$5,069/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
3401 HARRISON AVE, READING, PA 19605April 2026$339,9003/21,608$258,156
3400 READING CREST AVE, READING, PA 19605March 2026$340,0003/21,596$259,732
1007 BOWMAN ST, READING, PA 19605March 2026$365,0003/21,582$252,449
3500 EISENBROWN RD, READING, PA 19605December 2025$340,0003/21,676$268,251
505 CENTRE ST, READING, PA 19605February 2026$260,0003/21,568$205,789
1145 WHITNER RD, READING, PA 19605August 2025$310,0003/21,594$227,344

Sale history

DateEventPrice
December 2022Sold$303,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $0 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$115,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$3,054/mo

Principal & interest
$2,886
Property taxes
Home insurance (est.)
$168

Taxes use the amount recorded 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

Muhlenberg

Academic index
42.1/100
Graduation rate
90%
PSSA ELA proficient
30%
PSSA Math proficient
23.3%

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 2:04 PM EDT

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