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Sold for $510,000 on 08/04/25
  • $510,000

    1606 Reading Rd, Mohnton, PA 19540

    3beds
    2,640sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1800
    1.7 Acres Lot
    $481,400 Zestimate®
    $193/sqft
    $2,364 Estimated rent

    What's special

    THIS PROPERTY IS GOING TO AUCTION ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 4, 2025 @ 6:00 PM. THE LIST PRICE ONLY REFLECTS THE SUGGESTED STARTING BID. Completely renovated "Log Cabin" style house while keeping all its history charm including a 3-year old addition integrated into the same time period. It feels like a museum but includes all the current comforts to make it more day-to-day friendly. The original part of the house was built between 1790-1800 with a later kitchen addition and third spacious addition in 2022, it's like stepping back in time. Kitchen/dining cabinetry incorporated old cupboards and wooden boxes to fit the time period, includes all stainless steel appliances. 2022 great room addition is post/beam construction, fireplace mantle, 15' cathedral ceilings, powder bathroom, adjoining room with remarkable walk-in original stone fireplace, living room with log walls, laundry room with sink. Inviting front and rear covered porches, 20' x 6' rear concrete patio. Second level has 3 bedrooms, landing area, primary 11.5' x 9' walk-in closet, full bathroom with shower. Two new heat pumps and A/C in 2022, central vac. Detached garage is a concrete block 28' x 40' garage/shop, plenty of room for vehicles. 1-12' x 9' overhead door and 1-9' x 7' overhead door, concrete floor, electric service. This is a rare opportunity to live in a "Log Cabin" style house restored in all its glory with modern amenities for luxury living. Property has a large pond beside the road so the buildings can set back away from traffic. Truly a must-see property if you enjoy the "Late Revolutionary" part of American history.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 05:01pm

    Listed by:

    John Rutt, II 717-587-8906,

    Hostetter Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Unrepresented Buyer

    Unrepresented Buyer Office

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PALA2069610MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Great room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 575 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25 x 23
    Half bath
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 276 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23 x 12
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 322 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23 x 14
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,640
    • Total interior livable area: 2,640 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,640
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1.70 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 0400509400000
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Auction

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Log
    • Foundation: Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1800

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Well

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Mohnton
    • Subdivision: Brecknock Township
    • Municipality: BRECKNOCK TWP

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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