Reading, PA 19602,1536 MINERAL SPRING RD
$215,000
$230,000
6.5%
Est.Price: ?

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6 BD
3 BA
4,338 SqFt

1536 MINERAL SPRING RD Reading, PA 19602

Est. payment /mo
SOLD DATE : 06/28/2017

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Key Details

Sold Price $215,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,338 sqft

Price per Sqft $49

Subdivision Hessian Camp

MLS Listing ID 1003331899

Sold Date 06/28/17

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,186

Originating Board TREND

Year Built 1890

Annual Tax Amount $4,376

Tax Year 2017

Lot Size 10,019 Sqft

Acres 0.23

Lot Dimensions .

Property Description

Ever imagine what it would be like to step back in time? Why tour the mansions of yesteryear when you can come home to your own piece of history? This grand Queen Ann mansion still offers the mesmerizing atmosphere of the past. As you enter through the foyer, you will be taken by the 2 story grandeur of the open carved staircase with stained glass windows, antique crystal chandeliers, large pocket doors, 12 foot ceilings, natural woodwork and built in benches. The music room and formal parlor both boast pocket doors, wood carved mantle pieces (fireplaces, one is not an active fireplace) antique chandeliers, hardwood floors, along with curved walls, ornate ceiling and curved windows. The dining room has a large built-in china cabinet, two antique chandeliers, and pocket doors. The kitchen has been updated for modern use without taking away the character of the room. Laundry is also on the main level for convenience with laundry chute coming from second floor and it can be easily accessed from the back staircase. Entertaining will have endless possibilities from the size of the dining room for large guest list to the luxurious retreat to the parlor room with gas fireplace providing the ultimate atmosphere for fireside chats with friends and loved ones. The 1st level also features a covered rear porch perfect for the morning paper or evening cigar. Second floor boast 4 large bedrooms, each having their own unique features. The master bedroom has a separate dressing room with built in ironing board. The bathroom has been beautifully updated with old world charm. Continue to be amazed as you tour the third floor with additional bedrooms, one with a hide away storage space that is only entered by going through the closet. End the evening in the turret room that provides great views of the city including the Pagoda. The walkout lower level features a full apartment with kitchen, full bath with laundry room, living room and 1-2 bedrooms. The apartment has separate hot water and heat and is registered with the city and can be used to bring in extra income or for an in law quarter. There is plenty of off-street parking for up to 5 cars. Brand new roof in 2014, and many of the windows have been replaced and 3 water saver toilets installed. Apartment has blown in insulation.

Location

State PA

County Berks

Area Reading City (10201)

Zoning RESID

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Other, Attic

Basement Full, Fully Finished

Interior

Interior Features Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Gas, Hot Water

Cooling Wall Unit

Flooring Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Non-Functioning

Equipment Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Fireplace Y

Window Features Replacement

Appliance Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Porch(es)

Utilities Available Cable TV

Water Access N

Roof Type Shingle

Accessibility None

Porch Porch(es)

Garage N

Building

Lot Description Front Yard, Rear Yard

Story 3+

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Victorian

Level or Stories 3+

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

High Schools Reading Senior

School District Reading

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 16-5316-06-38-5718

Ownership Fee Simple

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Bright MLS (BMLS)
Listed by Linda Minotto • Bold Realty
Bought with Edward G Curran • BHHS Fox & Roach-Collegeville

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