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Listing description

Move right into this meticulously maintained Cape Cod in the desirable Muhlenberg School District! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,075 square feet of comfortable living space and all the major updates today's buyers are looking for. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new roof (2025), new HVAC system (2023), new hot water heater (2023), central air, and fresh paint throughout. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides plenty of room for everyday meals and gatherings, while the bright living room offers a warm and welcoming place to relax. Upstairs, hardwood flooring is hidden beneath the carpet in the bedroom, and plumbed for a half bath. offering exciting possibilities for future owners. Step outside to a beautifully shaded backyard featuring a covered patio and brick entertaining area—perfect for morning coffee, summer cookouts, or simply unwinding after a long day. Washer and dryer are included, making this truly a move-in-ready opportunity. With low taxes, an established neighborhood, and convenient access to shopping, restaurants, schools, and major routes, this home is an outstanding value. If you've been searching for an updated starter home where all the expensive improvements have already been completed, this is the one. Just unpack and enjoy!

Rooms by level

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

  1. Main level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level1 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,075 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Cape Cod
Year built
1949

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.11 acres (4,791 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$214
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2075032
County
Berks County
School district
Muhlenberg
Days on NookLocal
12 days

Interior features

Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Roof
Architectural Shingle
Foundation
Slab

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Electric
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
On Street, Off Street

Community

Subdivision
CHEROKEE RANCH

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RES
Cross street
Tuckerton

Included in the sale

Possession
0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 15, 2026Listed for sale$229,900

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

$228,000

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
$229,900
County assessment implies
$194,081
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$2,954/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
5013 TEMPLE AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560October 2025$189,9003/11,092$229,852
704 EL HATCO DR, TEMPLE, PA 19560May 2026$225,0004/11,075$226,719
503 EL HATCO DR, TEMPLE, PA 19560April 2026$220,0004/11,075$221,246
815 PARK AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560July 2026$28,5003/11,186$26,009
705 HARTMAN AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560May 2026$240,0004/11,120$234,315
5103 WILSHIRE RD, TEMPLE, PA 19560February 2025$296,0003/21,075$297,729

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$3,253 / year

$271 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$3,253

School tax

MUHLENBERG · 38.41 mills (2025-26)

$2,393

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$562

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$299

Recomputed from the county assessment ($62,300, 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 2025 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

$45,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,492/mo

Principal & interest
$1,154
Property taxes (current rates)
$271
Home insurance (est.)
$67

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.

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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.

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Data last updated: July 27, 2026 at 2:04 PM EDT

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