Glenside Homes for Sale

Glenside, a neighborhood in Reading, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, with its tree-lined streets and proximity to the Schuylkill River. Spanning 1.3 square miles, it is divided between Abington Township and Cheltenham Township, with the Pennsylvania Route 12 Warren Street Bypass marking the boundary between urban and suburban areas. The southern part features early 1900s bungalows and ranch-style homes alongside commercial buildings, while the northern section showcases midcentury subdivisions with split-levels, Colonial revivals, and Tudor revivals. Yard sizes vary significantly, and most smaller homes lack garages, relying on driveway or street parking. The neighborhood's streets are wide and winding, without sidewalks. Glenside students attend schools in either the Reading or Schuylkill Valley School districts, with Schuylkill Valley schools receiving moderate ratings. Local attractions include Blue Marsh Lake, offering 30 miles of trails and boating facilities, and Gring's Mill Recreation Area, which hosts summer concerts and a Holiday Lights Program. The Berkshire Country Club, established in 1899, provides an 18-hole golf course and dining options. Shopping and dining are accessible, with Weis Markets 4 miles away and Berkshire Shopping Mall 2.7 miles away. Nearby Shillington offers dining options like Flanagan's Pub and Sweet Ride ice cream parlor. While Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) stops are available, most residents prefer driving, with easy access to major routes and Reading Regional-Carl A. Spaatz Field Airport just 2.3 miles away.