Just Listed
Address
1608 Olive Street, Reading, PA
Price
$ 250,000
Property Attributes
- ID#PABK2078560
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyBERKS
- CityReading
- AreaReading City
- NeighborhoodHampden Heights
- Zip19604
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1928
- Taxes$ 3808
- Price$ 250,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1330
- Lot Size0.11 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Welcome to this charming home filled with character and timeless details, tucked away in a quiet area of the community. A full front porch surrounded by mature shade trees, creates an inviting first impression and the perfect place to relax. Step through the beautiful front door with sidelights for a glimpse of the craftsmanship found throughout the home. The light-filled living room features attractive hard wood flooring, a fireplace, and beautiful leaded-glass details. From here, the home flows into the dining room and an updated kitchen offering granite countertops, abundant cabinetry and plenty of natural light from a new window. A convenient mudroom/side porch provides additional everyday functionality and access to a powder room. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms along with a bright, newly updated full bathroom. All windows have been replaced on the second level. An attic and full basement provide an abundance of storage, while a basement garage and additional off-street parking add convenience. With its beautiful craftsmanship and charming original details, this well-cared-for home is ready to welcome its new owner.
| High School |
|---|
| Reading Senior High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Listed $250,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1330 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Hot Water |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Possession | Immediate,Negotiable |
| Roof | Shingle,Metal |
| Zoning | RES |
| Garage Spaces | 1.00 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch(es) |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Stucco |
| School District | READING |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| Electric | 100 Amp Service |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | BERKS |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | HAMPDEN HEIGHTS |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | US-422 W and PA-12 E/Warren St Bypass to Spring Valley Rd in Muhlenberg Township. Take the Spring Valley Road exit from PA-12 E/Warren St Bypass. Take Hampden Blvd to Olive St in Reading |
| City | READING |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | Reading City (10201) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4791.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 82500.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3808.0 |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 187.97 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 1330 |
| Location Type | Suburban |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 4179 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Attic,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Cedar Closet(s),Dining Area,Wood Floors,Window Treatments,Stain/Lead Glass,Crown Moldings |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Basement | Full,Outside Entrance,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl Plank,Ceramic Tile,Vinyl |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Mantel(s),Non-Functioning |
| Hot Water | Oil |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1330 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Bedroom 1,Laundry,Mud Room,Full Bath,Half Bath |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Laundry Type | Basement |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 0.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Sidewalks,Street Lights |
|---|---|
| Pool | No Pool |
| Parking Features | Concrete Driveway |
| Water Source | Public |
| Inclusions | Refrigerator,stove,window treatments,dishwasher,window air conditioners (2),washer & dryer |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Garage Features | Basement Garage,Inside Access |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage,Off Street,On Street |
| Land Use Code | 115 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.11 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 17800.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Off Street - # of Spaces | 1 |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Crown Molding,Flooring - Carpet | ||
| Bedroom 3 | Upper 1 | Crown Molding,Flooring - Carpet | ||
| Dining Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Full Bath | Upper 1 | Flooring - Ceramic Tile | ||
| Half Bath | Main | Flooring - Vinyl | ||
| Kitchen | Main | Countertop(s) - Granite,Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank,Kitchen - Electric Cooking | ||
| Laundry | Lower 1 | |||
| Living Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Mud Room | Main | Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank |
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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