1396 Perkiomen Ave Reading, PA 19602

UPDATE: We have multiple offers on this home, please bring your highest and best offer in by 6PM on Tuesday, 4/12/22. This gorgeous 3,004 square foot home is a rare find in any part of the city! From the street, you will immediately be drawn to the period architecture reminiscent of the building boom in the early 1900's. The tasteful paint scheme on the exterior compliments the brick and stone exterior. As you approach the home, you will be greeted by a 14' X 8' covered front porch where you can relax and watch the world go by. Entering the home through the slate foyer, the bright, expansive Living Room boasts hardwood floors, gas fireplace, and the stylish stained staircase to the second floor. Pocket doors lead into the cavernous Dining Room where family and friends can gather for the holidays, or just a enjoy an evening meal. The Kitchen incorporates old with new: slate floors along with the original cabinet that adorned the original Kitchen wall has been preserved and the vintage sink basin has been installed into modern cabinetry, while a gas range with griddle, soapstone countertops, and dishwasher bring the home into the 21st century. Off the Kitchen lay a convenient 1st Floor Laundry and Powder Room. The home includes two staircases to the second floor. The Primary Bedroom has a large built in closet and access to Bedroom 2 (great for a nursery). Bedroom 4 is a room to behold! At some point in the home's history, the original bedroom was expanded, with a window scheme that allows light to pour into the room creating a comfortable living space. A fireplace features a hidden bar under it's hood, possibly built during Prohibition! This room could be a Bedroom or a Family Room. The hall bath was updated but still has old world charm. On the 3rd floor, Bedroom 5 has pretty ceiling lines, and a view of the Pagoda, while Bedroom 6. also with great roof lines, and highlighted by stained glass windows that offer a wondrous view of East Reading. The backyard features a deck and an above ground pool, and a gigantic wrap around porch is a haven in the warmer months. The current owner applied to have 2 off street parking spaces added to the rear of the home, which have been approved. Other features include: 2 gas hot water heaters, transoms above the doors, 9'6" ceilings, solar heat in the rear 2nd floor bedroom, gorgeous stained trim throughout, 200 Amp service, updated electric throughout the home, period light fixtures, full basement, some newer windows, and so much more!