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Sold for $330,000 on 08/01/25
  • $330,000

    1508 Alsace Rd, Reading, PA 19604

    5beds
    2,062sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1929
    6,970 Square Feet Lot
    $334,600 Zestimate®
    $160/sqft
    $1,923 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Welcome to 1508 Alsace Road, a stunning center hall colonial nestled in the desirable Hampden Heights enclave. This well-maintained, all-brick beauty boasts timeless elegance with gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, a welcoming open staircase in the foyer, and a formal dining room featuring a built-in corner cabinet. The custom kitchen shines with cherry cabinetry, a movable custom island crafted from matching cherry cabinetry for extra storage, and sleek granite countertops, complemented by a convenient half bath on the first floor. The spacious living room, bathed in natural light from abundant windows, centers around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the heated sun room, wrapped in windows with built-in bookcase, offers a serene retreat. Upstairs, four private bedrooms and a tiled hall bath provide comfort, with the third floor showcasing pine floors, striking half-moon windows flanking either side of the room for a stunning architectural touch, and charming built-ins tucked into the eaves—this space is perfect for a studio, hideaway, or additional 5th bedroom. The 3rd floor is heated with electric baseboard heat The daylight walkout basement offers ample storage and leads to a circular macadam driveway to a one-car garage. Just minutes from shopping, highways, Albright College, and Mount Penn Forest Preserve trails, this home blends classic charm with modern convenience. Don’t miss your chance to own this Hampden Heights gem!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 02:10am

    Listed by:

    Bill Sands 610-376-9999,

    Sands & Company Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Stephanie McMullen-Payton

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2058940MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 X 12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 X 10
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 X 8
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 8
    Bedroom 5
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Features: Attic - Finished, Built-in Features, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Unspecified
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14 X 12
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Kitchen Island, Flooring - Tile/Brick
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 X 10
    Living room
    • Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 288 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24 X 12
    Other
    • Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 200 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 x 10
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Oil
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Lower Level
    Features
    • Kitchen Island
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Garage Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,062
    • Total interior livable area: 2,062 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,062

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Inside Entrance, On Street, Driveway, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 6,970 sqft
    • Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 17531732387586
    • Zoning: RES -1
    • Zoning description: Heights Conservation District
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1929

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Reading
    • Subdivision: Hampden Heights
    • Municipality: READING CITY

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA 203(b),Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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