NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $552,000 - $806,153

5 Beds
6 Baths
5,698 Sq Ft
$118/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2022

Last sale price $650,000 $114 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,045/month

Highlights

  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Pond
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room
  • French Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2022

Welcome to 1619 LorraineRd! This beautiful stone home in Hampden Heights has been featured in many home tours and articles over the years, including the 4 Centuries in Berks Historic Property Tour. Designed by noted architect Miles Boyer Dechant, designer of the Berks County Courthouse and the Bandshell in City Park, the home was built with a level of quality and attention to detail that is uncommon today. The 16-18”stone walls were sourced from a Revolutionary War-era mill from the Oley Valley. The living room fireplace features marble imported from Europe. The grand staircase and hallways are wide and accommodating. Each bedroom has either an en suite bath with Art Deco inspiration, or is adjacent to one. The windows throughout the home feature integral pull down screens, even in the attic! Even the playhouse was crafted with care, skill and love. Additionally, the home was built with pegged oak hardwood flooring throughout, and roofed with Ludowici terra cotta tiles, stated to have a lifetime of 200 yrs from when built. There’s ample storage in the floored attic, including a huge walk-in cedar closet. There are built-ins and bookcases nearly everywhere you turn, including a large linen closet and neighboring luggage closet in the side hall.
Many other remnants of this home’s history remain. The petit point bell pull in the living room was used to ring for the servants, who had their own quarters above the garage off the kitchen. The rec room downstairs incites visions of early jazz clubs or a speakeasy, with its arched stone columns, large fireplace, spacious size and wet bar.
The home also features many modern comforts and improvements as well: Central Air conditioning, natural gas heat, security systems with cameras and motion sensors. The home is also protected with a gas powered generator. The kitchen features beautiful granite counters, and leads to a delightful breakfast nook looking out to the backyard. There’s a heated enclosed porch off the den that leads to the side patio. The front patio is a place of peace and tranquillity with the soothing water fountain. And in the back of the home, the attention to detail continues with the large koi pond and waterfall, adjacent to yet another large patio.
Simply put, this home is elegant. Schedule your private showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Mohn

(610) 463-7163 mark@markmohn.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 03/04/2022

RE/MAX Of Reading

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Strickland

(610) 390-7645 beth.strickland@wesleyworksrealestate.com Wesley Works Real Estate License #RS356852

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,180

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Corner Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • French Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Tile Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Sump Pump
  • Workshop

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Motion Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Waterfall on Lot
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hampden Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5046
  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-5317-24-49-5046

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,180

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: French
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Appliances, snow blower, play house, tv cabinet in den, living room rug, natural gas grill
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 1619 LorraineRd! This beautiful stone home in Hampden Heights has been featured in many home tours and articles over the years, including the 4 Centuries in Berks Historic Property Tour. Designed by noted architect Miles Boyer Dechant, designer of the Berks County Courthouse and the Bandshell in City Park, the home was built with a level of quality and attention to detail that is uncommon today. The 16-18”stone walls were sourced from a Revolutionary War-era mill from the Oley Valley. The living room fireplace features marble imported from Europe. The grand staircase and hallways are wide and accommodating. Each bedroom has either an en suite bath with Art Deco inspiration, or is adjacent to one. The windows throughout the home feature integral pull down screens, even in the attic! Even the playhouse was crafted with care, skill and love. Additionally, the home was built with pegged oak hardwood flooring throughout, and roofed with Ludowici terra cotta tiles, stated to have a lifetime of 200 yrs from when built. There’s ample storage in the floored attic, including a huge walk-in cedar closet. There are built-ins and bookcases nearly everywhere you turn, including a large linen closet and neighboring luggage closet in the side hall. Many other remnants of this home’s history remain. The petit point bell pull in the living room was used to ring for the servants, who had their own quarters above the garage off the kitchen. The rec room downstairs incites visions of early jazz clubs or a speakeasy, with its arched stone columns, large fireplace, spacious size and wet bar. The home also features many modern comforts and improvements as well: Central Air conditioning, natural gas heat, security systems with cameras and motion sensors. The home is also protected with a gas powered generator. The kitchen features beautiful granite counters, and leads to a delightful breakfast nook looking out to the backyard. There’s a heated enclosed porch off the den that leads to the side patio. The front patio is a place of peace and tranquillity with the soothing water fountain. And in the back of the home, the attention to detail continues with the large koi pond and waterfall, adjacent to yet another large patio. Simply put, this home is elegant. Schedule your private showing today.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bar, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Intercom, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Den, Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs, Workshop, Sump Pump
  • Total Sq Ft: 5698
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5698
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 139.23
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4848
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 850
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1619

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Water Falls
  • Roof: Tile
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Exterior Cameras, Motion Detectors, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 159300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 50700.00
  • Land Use Code: 113
  • Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Pond, Road Frontage
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 27878.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1461803
  • School Tax: 3765.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9180.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17-5317-24-49-5046
  • Tax Lot: 5046
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 06/30/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2022
Closed on
Jun 26, 2022
Sold by
Milkins Jeffrey S
Bought by
Colby Gary and Bullock Kristyne A
Seller's Agent
Mark Mohn
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Beth Strickland
Wesley Works Real Estate
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-6.47%
Current Estimated Value
$673,288

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,288
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.79%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Outstanding Balance
$333,497
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$300,008

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2015
Sold by
Milkins Jeffrey S
Bought by
Milkins Jeffrey S and Parker Steven R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,000
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Colby Gary $650,000 None Listed On Document
Milkins Jeffrey S -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Colby Gary $350,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2022 06/30/22 Sold $650,000 -3.7% $114 / Sq Ft
05/16/2022 05/16/22 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2022 04/06/22 Price Changed $675,000 -2.9% $118 / Sq Ft
03/04/2022 03/04/22 For Sale $695,000 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,700 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2024 $9,325 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2023 $9,180 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2022 $9,180 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2021 $9,180 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2020 $9,088 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2019 $9,088 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2018 $9,088 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2017 $9,028 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2016 $5,158 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2015 $5,158 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
2014 $4,746 $210,000 $50,700 $159,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2012484

Bright MLS

APN: 17-5317-24-49-5046