Address
1400 Cross Keys Road, Reading, PA
Price
$ 725,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PABK2030428
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyBERKS
- CityReading
- AreaBern Twp
- Zip19605
- StyleFarmhouse/National Folk
- Year Built1820
- Taxes$ 7001
- Price$ 725,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3508
- Lot Size5.11 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Pristine, Historic Stone with Outbuildings Nestled remarkably on a gorgeous 5.11 acres for the last two centuries is a pristine, Mauer-built farmhouse with unquestionable character and distinction. Registered in the Pennsylvania Historical Society, this incredible property boasts meticulous landscaping and lush greenery, multiple outbuildings, a Schuylkill River canal, trails and more. Up the brick walkway to stone paver stairs at the entry of the house, youre greeted by a lovely stone facade with wood shutters and a shaded slate patio. Inside, youll immediately notice the main levels high ceilings, old hardwood floors, original doors and trim, and deep-set windows with wavy glass adorned throughout. The awesome living room has a lovely brick fireplace with wood trim and a corner, glass-front built-in, plus crown, chair rail, and accent molding. Through to the spacious den, the stage is set for productivity with a built-in bookshelf and cabinets, corner built-ins, as well as pumpkin pine hardwood and chair rail molding. Enjoy dinner in the one-of-a-kind dining room by a huge walk-in, brick fireplace with wood mantle and closed brick oven, elevated by wainscoting, chair rail molding, beamed ceilings, and an exterior door. And relax and digest by the brick fireplace with decorative wood surround in the bright family room with an original graved door to the covered back porch. The idyllic farmhouse kitchen has exposed beams, wood countertops, and double swanstone sink with brass faucet, as well as a built-in microwave, dishwasher, wall oven, and pantry, while the fantastic breakfast room features a walk-in brick fireplace and direct access to one of the two slate paver patios. The second level of the original 1820-built house has two bedrooms enjoying random-width plank flooring and a large walk-in closet. The first has a lovely brick fireplace, hardwood floors, corner built-in, and chair rail molding, while the Master bedroom is elevated by hardwood floors and chair rail molding with a beautiful private tile bath with step-in shower with glass door and center shelf, and glass-top vanity. The finished, walk-up third floor is a perfect rec room with wood floors, a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and eyeball lighting. The homes 1840s addition adds another three potential bedrooms with hardwood floors, one with a walk-up attic door and French door closet, and a full hall bathroom with large tile tub/shower, chair rail molding, and built-in cabinet. The basement hosts the laundry room with a walk out to the backyard. Also on the sprawling property is a beautiful brick butcher house and a smokehouse, both with metal roofing, while a shake roof tops the neighboring outhouse. Take advantage of the ample storage of a 2-car detached garage with metal roof, snowbirds, wood siding, and walk-up storage.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/24/2023 | Listed $749,900 |
| 10/2/2023 | 4% - $725,000 |
General Features
| Acceptable Financing | Cash, Conventional |
|---|---|
| Accessibility | None |
| Appliances | Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater |
| Architectural Style | Farmhouse/National Folk |
| Association Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
| Construction Materials | Stone |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| County | BERKS |
| Days on Market | 171 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers |
| Exclusions | Two Birdhouses on posts |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Heating | Baseboard - Hot Water, Zoned |
| Interior Features | Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - |
| Levels | 2.5 |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 222591.00 |
| MLS Area | Bern Twp (10227) |
| New Construction | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade, Below Grade |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio(s), Porch(es) |
| Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Pool Y/N | No Pool |
| Possession | Negotiable, 61-90 Days CD, 90-120 Days CD |
| Price Per Sq Ft | 206.67 |
| Property Condition | Excellent, Very Good |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Roof | Pitched, Shingle, Slate |
| School District | SCHUYLKILL VALLEY |
| School District | 300200397313 |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Sewer | On Site Septic |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7001.0 |
| Tax Lot | 6764 |
| Tax Year | 2023 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Year Built | 1820 |
| Zoning | RESIDENTIAL |
Interior Features
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3508 |
|---|---|
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Basement | Unfinished, Walkout Level, Windows |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 5 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source | Assessor |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Features | Brick, Mantel(s), Non-Functioning, Wood |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Flooring | Ceramic Tile, Hardwood |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Hot Water | Oil |
| Laundry Type | Basement |
| Room Type | Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Office, Recreation Room |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Total Fireplaces | 5 |
Exterior Features
| Living Area | 3508 |
|---|---|
| # Of Detached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Garage Features | Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Dimensions | 0.00 x 0.00 |
| Lot Features | Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s) |
| Lot Size Acres | 5.11 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Parking Features | Paved Driveway |
| Road Responsibility | Boro/Township |
| Total Parking Spaces | 6 |
| Type of Parking | Detached Garage, Driveway |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| Water Source | Well |
| Water View Y/N | No |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Chair Rail,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Built-Ins | ||
| Bedroom 3 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Bedroom 4 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Den | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Other | ||
| Dining Room | Main | Formal Dining Room,Fireplace - Other,Flooring - HardWood,Chair Rail | ||
| Family Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Other | ||
| Kitchen | Main | Kitchen - Eat-in,Kitchen - Electric Cooking,Breakfast Room,Fireplace - Other,Flooring - HardWood,Pantry,Built-Ins | ||
| Living Room | Main | Crown Molding,Chair Rail,Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Built-Ins | ||
| Office | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Primary Bedroom | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Chair Rail | ||
| Recreation Room | Upper 2 | Flooring - HardWood,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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