$645,000
SOLD JUL 25, 2024

3 Forest Rd Mohnton, PA 19540

4 Beds
5 Baths
5,437 Sq Ft
3.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$119 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Panoramic View
  • Deck
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Dual Staircase
  • Private Lot

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to this exquisite home in Governor Mifflin Schools. Nestled in the prestigious Community of Highland Forest with breathtaking panoramic views that reach as far as 35 miles to the Blue Mountains. This home boasts of elegance with alluring private gardens and fine craftsmanship found through the home. Quality and details are evident with plenty of windows and multiple French doors provide an abundance of natural light and attractive Brazilian wood floors throughout main floor. Entering through the stately double doors of this stunning home to a welcoming two-story airy foyer with double staircase and extensive flowing floor plan. Formal dining room with French doors is adjoined to the kitchen, perfect for entertaining guests. The modern contemporary kitchen offers custom cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, double ovens, island with cooktop and breakfast nook. Spacious and bright great room with fireplace, Juliet balcony and immense windows provide impressive views of the city below. Secondary family room with fireplace, a home office/ den, laundry room, two half baths, and mudroom with access to the oversized three car garage completes the main floor. Heading upstairs to the large owner’s suite with dual walk-in closets and magnificent views. The Ensuite bath has a whirlpool tub, tiled shower, and dual sink vanity. Rounding out the upper level is three additional bedrooms, a second full hall bath and a large unfinished bonus room above the garage. On the lower level, you will find an in- law quarters with second full kitchen along with a living room, full bath, and large utility room. The subbasement consists of an opportune 35'x20' studio with temperature (Heat and AC) and humidity control, and a private entrance. Endless possibilities for this space!!! Take the entertaining outdoors with an extensive patio with fountain and an impressive deck overlooking the private tree lined backyard. Pride of Ownership shows with making this home efficient and economical with recently installed Geothermal system and solar panels, cutting monthly bills in half!!! Other recent improvements were in 2020, the back and sides of the exterior walls were replaced with highly durable, low maintenance Fiber Cement siding, Hardie Plank, makes it a green building material and durability for up to 30 years. A whole home security system that covers the interior, exterior and sensors/detectors throughout the home. This spectacular home has breathtaking features that you will only find here!!! Don’t wait to see this one!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jerry Buffa

Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 05/12/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kylie Walbert

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,059

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 3.75 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Rural Setting
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned RC

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Valley
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Studio
  • Block Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Marble Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Hobby Room
  • Utility Room
  • Home Gym
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
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  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mountainous Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6965
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-4394-02-75-6965

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,059

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-05-12
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this exquisite home in Governor Mifflin Schools. Nestled in the prestigious Community of Highland Forest with breathtaking panoramic views that reach as far as 35 miles to the Blue Mountains. This home boasts of elegance with alluring private gardens and fine craftsmanship found through the home. Quality and details are evident with plenty of windows and multiple French doors provide an abundance of natural light and attractive Brazilian wood floors throughout main floor. Entering through the stately double doors of this stunning home to a welcoming two-story airy foyer with double staircase and extensive flowing floor plan. Formal dining room with French doors is adjoined to the kitchen, perfect for entertaining guests. The modern contemporary kitchen offers custom cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, double ovens, island with cooktop and breakfast nook. Spacious and bright great room with fireplace, Juliet balcony and immense windows provide impressive views of the city below. Secondary family room with fireplace, a home office/ den, laundry room, two half baths, and mudroom with access to the oversized three car garage completes the main floor. Heading upstairs to the large owner’s suite with dual walk-in closets and magnificent views. The Ensuite bath has a whirlpool tub, tiled shower, and dual sink vanity. Rounding out the upper level is three additional bedrooms, a second full hall bath and a large unfinished bonus room above the garage. On the lower level, you will find an in- law quarters with second full kitchen along with a living room, full bath, and large utility room. The subbasement consists of an opportune 35'x20' studio with temperature (Heat and AC) and humidity control, and a private entrance. Endless possibilities for this space!!! Take the entertaining outdoors with an extensive patio with fountain and an impressive deck overlooking the private tree lined backyard. Pride of Ownership shows with making this home efficient and economical with recently installed Geothermal system and solar panels, cutting monthly bills in half!!! Other recent improvements were in 2020, the back and sides of the exterior walls were replaced with highly durable, low maintenance Fiber Cement siding, Hardie Plank, makes it a green building material and durability for up to 30 years. A whole home security system that covers the interior, exterior and sensors/detectors throughout the home. This spectacular home has breathtaking features that you will only find here!!! Don’t wait to see this one!!!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Studio, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Marble, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Exercise Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Hobby Room, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 5437
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5437
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 143.68
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4837
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 600
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 600
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • View: City, Garden/Lawn, Mountain, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Valley
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Geo-Thermal
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
  • School District Key: 300200397317
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 115
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Irregular, Landscaping, Level, Mountainous, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, Open, Private, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Rural, Sideyard(s), Sloping, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.75
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 163350.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: RC

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 10023.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15059.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-4394-02-75-6965
  • Tax Lot: 6965
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 5437
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 07/25/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2024
Closed on
Jul 17, 2024
Sold by
Poluru Srinivas R
Bought by
3 Forest Rd Llc
Seller's Agent
Jerry Buffa
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kylie Walbert
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$645,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-7.19%
Views
492
Current Estimated Value
$691,679

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,679
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.63%
Original Mortgage
$451,500
Outstanding Balance
$448,057
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$243,622

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2020
Closed on
Apr 30, 2020
Sold by
Morrison Constance L and Morrison Douglas M
Bought by
Poluru Srinivas R
Seller's Agent
Dale Longenecker
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Clair Mckoy
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.76%
Original Mortgage
$465,500
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2015
Closed on
Aug 7, 2015
Sold by
Gleason Mette N
Bought by
Morrison Constance L and Harrington Douglas M
Seller's Agent
Mitchell Darcourt
Pagoda Realty
Buyer's Agent
Richard Henry
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$594,990
Sold Price
$544,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,990
-8.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.17%
Original Mortgage
$520,441
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
VA
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $645,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $490,000 Stewart Abstract
Deed $544,000 Old Republic Natl Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $451,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $465,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $520,441 VA
Previous Owner $197,500 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2024 07/25/24 Sold $645,000 -7.2% $119 / Sq Ft
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2024 05/12/24 For Sale $695,000 +41.8% $128 / Sq Ft
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Sold $490,000 -1.8% $101 / Sq Ft
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2020 05/14/20 For Sale $499,000 -8.3% $103 / Sq Ft
08/07/2015 08/07/15 Sold $544,000 -8.6% $112 / Sq Ft
05/12/2015 05/12/15 Price Changed $594,990 -4.0% $123 / Sq Ft
04/21/2015 04/21/15 Price Changed $620,000 +4.2% $128 / Sq Ft
04/17/2015 04/17/15 For Sale $594,990 -- $123 / 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 $5,943 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2024 $15,321 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2023 $14,892 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2022 $14,519 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2021 $14,231 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2020 $14,231 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2019 $14,058 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2018 $13,805 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2017 $13,537 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2016 $4,574 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2015 $4,574 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
2014 $4,574 $333,000 $88,000 $245,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2042928

Bright MLS

APN: 39-4394-02-75-6965