1518 LORRAINE RD Active Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Reading,PA 19604
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,409 sqft
Price per Sqft $131
Subdivision Hampden Heights
MLS Listing ID PABK2048872
Style Traditional
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,938
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1929
Annual Tax Amount $7,007
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.270 Acres
Acres 0.27
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
Step into a piece of history with this pristine stone home, a true testament to the craftsmanship of the Maier’s Bakery Family, who built this magnificent residence in 1929. Nestled in the highly desired Hampden Heights section of Northeast Reading, this center hall Colonial not only offers breathtaking panoramic views of Berks County but also a rich narrative of a past era.
Imagine the Maier Family, renowned for their bakery, meticulously planning and constructing this home with an eye for detail and quality. The original random-width pegged oak floors tell tales of family gatherings and celebrations, while the classic dining room, with its built-in corner cupboard, bay window, full chair rail, wainscoting, and crown molding, echoes the elegance of the past.
The spacious living room, featuring built-in cabinetry, and a cozy fireplace, invites you to relax and imagine the many stories shared by the fire over the decades. The gorgeously remodeled kitchen, now a chef’s dream, boasts a limestone backsplash, granite countertops, a new Dacor stovetop, custom cherry cabinets, and a heated tile floor. The attached sunroom/breakfast room, with its skylights, and enclosed private patio, offers a bright and inviting space to start your day.
Ascend the wrought-iron staircase to the upper level, where you’ll find three generous bedrooms, including one with a private patio, and two beautifully renovated full bathrooms. Each room radiates the distinctive charm and character of a past era, adding to the home’s unique appeal.
The lower level, once a hub of family activity, is now an entertainer’s paradise, boasting a large family/media room with a second fireplace, an antique bar, and a covered outdoor porch. Behind the family room is the fourth bedroom, originally known as “the maid’s quarters,” with its own entrance and a fully renovated bath.
Additional features include a spacious three car heated garage with built-in cabinetry, a newer Navien “on demand” hot water heater, 200 amp electric service, and meticulously maintained heating systems. The property also includes an outdoor shed, and mature landscaping with native plants, perfect for additional storage and enjoying nature.
Located at the base of prominent Mt. Penn, this home is ideal for bikers, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts. Conveniently close to major highways to Philadelphia, Lancaster, and NYC, this historic gem offers the perfect blend of old world charm and modern convenience.
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of history in Hampden Heights! This majestic home is waiting for you to create your own memories and continue its storied legacy.
Location
State PA
County Berks
Area Reading City (10201)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Bedroom 1,Sun/Florida Room,Laundry,Recreation Room
Basement Garage Access,Fully Finished,Outside Entrance,Heated,Interior Access,Poured Concrete,Rear Entrance,Walkout Level,Windows,Drainage System
Interior
Interior Features Attic,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Island,Primary Bath(s),Skylight(s),Bathroom - Stall Shower,Wainscotting,Wood Floors,Other
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water,Radiant,Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Window Unit(s),Whole House Fan
Flooring Hardwood,Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Stone
Inclusions kitchen refrigerator, kitchen barstools
Equipment Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Oven - Double,Refrigerator,Water Conditioner - Owned,Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Fireplace Y
Window Features Skylights
Appliance Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Oven - Double,Refrigerator,Water Conditioner - Owned,Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Enclosed,Porch(es),Patio(s),Screened
Garage Garage Door Opener,Garage - Rear Entry,Inside Access
Garage Spaces 7.0
Fence Wood,Other
Utilities Available Electric Available,Cable TV Available,Sewer Available,Water Available,Natural Gas Available
Waterfront N
Water Access N
View Street,Trees/Woods
Roof Type Slate,Shingle
Street Surface Black Top,Paved
Accessibility Doors - Swing In,Level Entry - Main
Porch Enclosed,Porch(es),Patio(s),Screened
Parking Type Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street,Off Street
Attached Garage 3
Total Parking Spaces 7
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Corner,Landscaping
Story 2
Foundation Permanent,Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Reading Senior
School District Reading
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 17-5317-32-48-1624
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA
Listing Terms Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA
Financing Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard