$525,000
3 bd|2.5 ba|2,807 sqft
1001 River Crest Dr, Reading, PA 19605
Listed by Real of Pennsylvania
For Sale
Listing description
Welcome to 502 Mountainside Rd, a spectacular, one-of-a-kind log cabin retreat tucked away at the very end of the road in Temple, just north of Reading on Irish Mountain. Positioned on a sprawling 3.5-acre lot, this unique sanctuary delivers an authentic mountain escape with unmatched privacy, tranquility, and natural beauty. Step through the front door into a breathtaking interior featuring handcrafted log architecture and a dramatic, open-concept layout centered around a massive living room with soaring high ceilings. The main floor offers convenient everyday living with a dedicated laundry room, two comfortable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a striking kitchen that leaves a lasting impression. Upstairs, the private primary suite overlooks the grand living area below, framed by exposed log beams and boasting a massive full bathroom equipped with a walk-in closet and a soothing jacuzzi-style soaking tub. Expanding your outdoor possibilities, the lush 3.5-acre grounds include a four-stall horse stable, making this extraordinary mountain haven ideal for equestrian enthusiasts, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a peaceful private retreat. Schedule your private tour today to experience this masterpiece in person!
Rooms by level
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
- Main level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
- Upper level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Living area
- 2,184 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Detached
- Architectural style
- Cabin/Lodge, Log Home
- Year built
- 2007
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 3.53 acres (153,766 sq ft)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $240
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PABK2080058
- County
- Berks County
- School district
- Muhlenberg
- Days on NookLocal
- 3 days
Interior features
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminated
- Fireplace
- 1
- Basement
- Full, Garage Access, Partially Finished, Walkout Level, and 2 more
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Frame, Log Siding, Log
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
- View
- Trees/Woods
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Wood, Propane - Leased
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Electric
- Water source
- Well
- Sewer
- On Site Septic
Parking
- Parking
- Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage type
- Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Garage - Rear Entry, Inside Access
- Total spaces
- 12
- Driveway spaces
- 10
Community
- Subdivision
- NONE AVAILABLE
Lot & zoning
- Lot features
- Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Irregular, Mountainous, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, and 5 more
- Zoning
- RES
Included in the sale
- Exclusions
- Camper, Grader, Boat, Wood Stove
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
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
$506,000
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
- May 2014 for $335,000
- County deed record in 2014 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
- Current list price
- $525,000
- County assessment implies
- $667,601
- Est. property taxes at today's rates
- $10,162/yr
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4807 WENTZEL AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | December 2025 | $255,000 | 3/2 | 2,059 | $315,603 |
| 3300 MANNERCHOR RD, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | September 2026 | $415,000 | 3/1 | 2,284 | $496,057 |
| 1017 SAYLOR DR, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | October 2025 | $349,000 | 3/2 | 2,232 | $397,221 |
| 1336 RISING SUN AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | August 2026 | $280,000 | 3/1 | 1,930 | $386,348 |
| 1006 MIDWAY AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | July 2026 | $335,000 | 3/2 | 2,115 | $392,028 |
| 3203 MANNERCHOR RD, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | March 2026 | $260,000 | 3/2 | 2,392 | $293,236 |
Sale history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 2014 | Sold | $335,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated taxes
Estimated at current rates
$11,191 / year
≈ $933 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$11,566
-3.2% at current rates
School tax
MUHLENBERG · 38.41 mills (2025-26)
$8,230
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$1,931
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$1,029
Assessment note: this home appears assessed above what its asking price implies at the county's common level ratio. The next owner may have a case for an assessment appeal worth roughly $2,171/year.
Recomputed from the county assessment ($214,300, 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
$105,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$3,721/mo
- Principal & interest
- $2,635
- Property taxes (current rates)
- $933
- Home insurance (est.)
- $153
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
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.
Map location
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Data last updated: October 25, 2026 at 8:02 PM EDT
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