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60 Starr Rd, Reading, PA 19608

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Sale Pending

$425,000

4 beds • 2 baths • 1 half baths

Estimated Payment

$ 2,587 /mo. †

6.76% APR for 30 yrs.
$4,560 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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Nestled on a serene 1.7-acre lot in the picturesque hills of Lower Heidelberg Township, this 1850s farmhouse offers an incredible opportunity to own a piece of history. Investors and handy buyers, check this one out! This project has been started for you with new electrical, a new roof, new flooring, and extensive interior renovations-including taking much of the structure down to its original logs. This property is ready for the right buyer to complete the dream. The main home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a spacious living room, and a large eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find three private bedrooms (one has been converted to a laundry room) and a full bath, with additional storage in the walk-up attic and unfinished basement. A detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house provides a flexible space, perfect for extended family, visitors, a rental, or a home office. Additional outbuildings include a smokehouse and a two-story springhouse with a workshop or studio area. Just a 3-minute drive from Blue Marsh Lake, this location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, offering boating, hiking, and stunning views year-round. Set in a stunning area among other gorgeous homes, this property has immense potential and is a rare find.
MLS# PABK2051492

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Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Exterior Type
    Asbestos
  • Floor Covering
    Vinyl
  • Heating System
    Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Lot Size
    1.69 Acres

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  • Principle and Interest
    $2,207
  • Property Taxes
    $380
  • Hazard Insurance
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  • HOA Dues
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Green Valley Elementary

Grades KG-5 Public School

Reading, PA 19608 1.6 miles
270 green valley rd

549 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

Wilson West Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Reading, PA 19608 1.6 miles
450 faust road

716 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Wilson High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Reading, PA 19609 3.9 miles
2601 grandview blvd

2040 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Conrad Weiser East Elementary School 2 miles Public KG-4 B-
Conrad Weiser High School 2.6 miles Public 9-12 B
Conrad Weiser Middle School 2.9 miles Public 5-8 B
St Ignatius Loyola Regional School 3.6 miles Private PK-8
Whitfield Elementary 3.6 miles Public KG-5 C-
Yocum Institute For Arts Education 3.8 miles Private PK-KG
Wilson Southern Middle School 3.9 miles Public 6-8 C-
Cornwall Terrace Elementary 3.9 miles Public KG-5 C+
Spring Ridge Elementary 4.4 miles Public KG-5 D+
Berks Ctc-west Campus 4.4 miles Public 9-12
Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center 4.9 miles Public KG-4 B
Shiloh Hills Elementary 5.1 miles Public KG-5 B-
La Salle Academy 6.3 miles Private PK-8

Conrad Weiser East Elementary School

Distance: 2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-4

B-

Conrad Weiser High School

Distance: 2.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

B

Conrad Weiser Middle School

Distance: 2.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 5-8

B

St Ignatius Loyola Regional School

Distance: 3.6 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Whitfield Elementary

Distance: 3.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

Yocum Institute For Arts Education

Distance: 3.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-KG

Wilson Southern Middle School

Distance: 3.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C-

Cornwall Terrace Elementary

Distance: 3.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C+

Spring Ridge Elementary

Distance: 4.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D+

Berks Ctc-west Campus

Distance: 4.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center

Distance: 4.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-4

B

Shiloh Hills Elementary

Distance: 5.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

La Salle Academy

Distance: 6.3 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Reading, PA 19608

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Reading, PA 19608

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and production occupations industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

84° July
Hottest Average Month
20° January
Coldest Average Month
9,344 Total Households in Area
1.1% Increase in population since the year 2010
33%
of households
have children
23 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Reading, PA 19608

Reading, PA 19608 has a population of 24,879 people in 9,344 households with a median age of 42.7 years old.

1.1%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
9,050
Total households as of 2010
4.3%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 42.7 years old. The smallest percentage group is 45-54 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 11%
Black 6%
Asian 5%
Other 5%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 76%, followed by Hispanic at 11%, Black at 6%, and Asian at 5%.

Economics
for Reading, PA 19608

930 /sq mi
Population Density
$96,993 /yr
Median Household Income
$328,500
Median Sales Price
23 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $75-99,999k representing 16.35% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 90%
  • Work from Home 8%
  • Walk or Bike 1%
  • Public Transit 1%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 7,127 74%
Rented 2,217 23%
Vacant 256 3%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 78%
Blue Collar 22%

Family & Education Facts
for Reading, PA 19608

42.7 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.6
persons per
household

57.4%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 28%
Bachelors Degree 25%
Graduate Degree 17%
Some College 16%
Associates Degree 8%
Some High School 6%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 27.99% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
33% of households have children

Weather
for Reading, PA 19608

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 84° F in July to a low of 20° F in January

84° July
Hottest Average Month
20° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
20°
37°
Feb
22°
40°
Mar
30°
49°
Apr
39°
60°
May
49°
71°
Jun
58°
80°
Jul
63°
84°
Aug
62°
82°
Sep
54°
75°
Oct
43°
64°
Nov
34°
53°
Dec
25°
42°

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Precipitation

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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