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  • $280,000

    265 Wiest School Rd, Reading, PA 19606

    4beds
    2,365sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.41 Acres Lot
    $272,900 Zestimate®
    $118/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This cozy stone Cape Cod in the heart of the Oley Valley offers a perfect blend of classic style and modern upgrades. The efficient layout features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, with two bedrooms upstairs, one on the main floor, and a possible fourth bedroom with attached full bath in the basement. This home is built for long-term peace of mind and low utility costs, boasting a solar panel system (2024), a brand-new heat pump (2023), central AC (2023), a new hot water heater (2025), and a newer roof (2024). Additionally, the property features a newly installed septic system (2025). Situated on a level lot with peaceful countryside views, just minutes from local shops and landmarks in Oley, PA.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tiffany Lynn Smolarski 484-824-8679,

    Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing 6108981441

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2070654MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Lower
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Lower
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Lower
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Lower
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Baseboard, Electric, Solar
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Solar On Grid, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater, Solar Hot Water
      • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Combination Kitchen/Dining, Recessed Lighting
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,365
      • Total interior livable area: 2,365 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,365
      • Finished area below ground: 1,000

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Pasture
      Lot
      • Size: 0.41 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 67533804936584
      • Zoning: AG
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Foundation: Permanent
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: On Site Septic
      • Water: Well
      Green energy
      • Energy generation: PV Solar Array(s) Leased

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Reading
      • Municipality: OLEY TWP

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $118/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $89,000
      • Annual tax amount: $4,061
      • Date on market: 4/23/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
      • Inclusions: Metal Shed,
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
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        Estimated market value

        $272,900

        $254,000 - $292,000

        $2,007/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/15/2021Sold$162,500$69/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2003066 Report a problem
        8/21/2021Pending sale$162,500$69/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2003066 Report a problem
        8/20/2021Listing removed$162,500$69/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2003066 Report a problem
        8/14/2021Listed for sale$162,500+62.7%$69/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2003066 Report a problem
        9/20/2004Sold$99,900+7035.7%$42/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/30/2004Sold$1,400$1/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,061 +5.7%$89,000
        2024$3,842 +3.6%$89,000
        2023$3,709 +1.9%$89,000
        2022$3,639 +1.2%$89,000
        2021$3,594 +1.5%$89,000
        2020$3,541 +1.5%$89,000
        2019$3,488 +1.3%$89,000
        2018$3,443 +4.8%$89,000
        2017$3,284 +270.2%$89,000
        2016$887 $89,000
        2015$887 $89,000
        2014-- $89,000
        2013-- $89,000
        2012-- $89,000
        2011-- $89,000
        2010-- $89,000
        2009-- $89,000
        2008-- $89,000
        2007-- $89,000
        2006-- $89,000
        2005-- $89,000
        2004-- $89,000
        2003-- $89,000
        2002-- $89,000

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $1,702/mo
        Principal & interest
        $1350
        Property taxes
        $352
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 19606

          Getting around

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          Car-Dependent
          25 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Oley Valley
          • Middle: Oley Valley
          • High: Oley Valley Senior
          • District: Oley Valley

          Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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