NookLocal
For Sale

Listing description

Welcome to 397 Angora Rd., a historic home built in 1836 that originally served as a schoolhouse before being converted into a residence. Situated on a 2.25-acre corner lot in Alsace Township, the property features a stream, garden shed, detached 3-car garage, and a driveway with parking for five or more vehicles. The first floor offers a living room, dining area with hardwood flooring, kitchen with breakfast counter, double sink, dishwasher hookup, laundry room, full bath, and a wood-burning stove. The second floor features one oversized bedroom with crawl space storage. Originally designed as a two-bedroom home, the layout can be converted back to two bedrooms if desired. Major improvement includes a new roof installed in 2025 with a transferable warranty. This property is ready for its next owner to restore, renovate, or update to suit their vision. The seller has enjoyed living here and is only moving because more space is needed. Conveniently located within walking distance of Antietam Lake Park and the Antietam Trails, offering year-round stocked fishing, hiking, and outdoor recreation. Settlement is contingent upon the seller finding suitable housing. The seller is actively searching.

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 level1 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
888 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water, Wood Burn Stove
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Cape Cod
Year built
1900

Lot & parking

Lot size
1.85 acres (80,586 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$276
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2074694
County
Berks County
School district
Antietam
Days on NookLocal
18 days

Interior features

Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate Plank
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stone
Roof
Pitched, Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior features
Chimney Cap(s)
View
Creek/Stream

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Propane
Water source
Well
Sewer
On Site Septic, Cess Pool

Parking

Parking
Driveway
Total spaces
5
Driveway spaces
5

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL
Cross street
Antietam Rd

Included in the sale

Possession
Subject to Home Choice, Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 25, 2026Price reduced$245,000
Jul 9, 2026Listed for sale$250,000

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

$236,000

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.

Last sold
December 2020 for $100,000
Current list price
$245,000
County assessment implies
$246,106
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$4,765/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
108 MIDLAND AVE, READING, PA 19606November 2025$195,0002/1880$214,348
614 BYRAM, READING, PA 19606August 2024$260,0002/1921$269,105
2551 FAIRVIEW AVE, READING, PA 19606July 2026$235,0002/1934$236,713
25 WOODLAND AVE, READING, PA 19606October 2025$175,0002/1776$208,845
1313 CARSONIA AVE, READING, PA 19606September 2025$183,0002/11,018$179,294
220 MELROSE AVE, READING, PA 19606September 2024$145,0002/1980$144,108

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$5,634 / year

$469 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$5,634

School tax

ANTIETAM · 51.30 mills (2025-26)

$4,053

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$712

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$869

Recomputed from the county assessment ($79,000, 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

$49,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,771/mo

Principal & interest
$1,230
Property taxes (current rates)
$469
Home insurance (est.)
$71

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

Antietam

Academic index
42/100
Graduation rate
83.8%
PSSA ELA proficient
32.3%
PSSA Math proficient
21.3%

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.

© BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved

Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which United Real Estate Strive 212 participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have Closed or are no longer being offered for sale.

Data last updated: July 27, 2026 at 2:03 PM EDT

Want help finding the right home in Reading?

Our co-founder Carmen does a 1-on-1 needs analysis with you, then hand-picks a vetted Reading agent or lender. Free, no obligation. If you work with a partner we introduce, NookLocal may earn a referral fee from their broker.

Get matched
Request a tour