60 Starr Road

Reading, PA 19608

$450,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
1,976 Sq. Ft.
$228 / Sq. Ft.
1,976
Sq. Ft.
$228
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on a serene 1.7-acre lot in the picturesque hills of Lower Heidelberg Township, this 1850s farmhouse offers an incredible opportunity to own a piece of history. Recently updated with new electrical, a new roof, new flooring, and extensive interior renovations—including taking much of the structure down to its original logs—this property is ready for the right buyer to complete the dream. The main home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a spacious living room, and a large eat-in kitchen. Upstairs,...Nestled on a serene 1.7-acre lot in the picturesque hills of Lower Heidelberg Township, this 1850s farmhouse offers an incredible opportunity to own a piece of history. Recently updated with new electrical, a new roof, new flooring, and extensive interior renovations—including taking much of the structure down to its original logs—this property is ready for the right buyer to complete the dream. The main home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a spacious living room, and a large eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find three private bedrooms (one has been converted to a laundry room) and a full bath, with additional storage in the walk-up attic and unfinished basement. A detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house provides a flexible space, perfect for extended family, visitors, a rental, or a home office. Additional outbuildings include a smokehouse and a two-story springhouse with a workshop or studio area. Just a 3-minute drive from Blue Marsh Lake, this location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, offering boating, hiking, and stunning views year-round. Set in a stunning area among other gorgeous homes, this property has immense potential and is a rare find.
  1. Listed by Valerie Fischer • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (484)-350-7251 valerie.fischer@lnf.com

Property Details for 60 Starr Road

Tax ID Number
49-4367-02-85-3728
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/28/2024 02:18 PM

Property Details for 60 Starr Road

StatusActive
MLS #PABK2051492
Days on Market15
Taxes$4,560 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1850
Lot Size1.69 AC / 73,616 SF
CountyBerks County

Building Information for 60 Starr Road

Stories2Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size1.69 AC / 73,616 SF

Property Information for 60 Starr Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WILSON
  • School District County ID: 300200397305
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Lower Heidelberg Twp (10249)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $99,700
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $832
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $58,000
  • City Town Tax: $673
  • Land Assessed Value: $41,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 132
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 3728
  • School Tax: $3,055
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Page Number: 59
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Eat-in
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2022
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,976.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,976.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,976.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Asbestos, Frame
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Pond, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Access - Above Grade
  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Location Type: Rural
  • Parcel ID: 1518781
  • Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway, Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Other, Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 60 Starr Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 60 Starr Road

Taxable ValueLand$41,700Additions$58,000Total$99,700
Tax Record2024$1,505 ($125 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,976 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,976 SqFtStories2Lot Size73,616 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1850CountyBERKSAPN4367-02-85-3728

Schools near 60 Starr Road

This home is within Wilson School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Green Valley El School
PublicK to 5

Wilson West Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wilson High School
Public9 to 12

River Rock Academy
Private6 to 12

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60 Starr Road is a single family home for sale in Reading, PA 19608. This property was listed for sale on November 27, 2024 by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on March 21, 2022. This listing's school district is Wilson School District. Nearby schools include Green Valley El School, Wilson West Middle School and Wilson High School. 60 Starr Road is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 1,976 sqft single family home built in 1850.

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