Your opportunity is HERE to own the original Brecknock Township schoolhouse! Gorgeous remodel in 2015 w/ new kitchen - granite countertops, tile backsplash, huge island/breakfast bar - and opens to dining area! Stunning hardwood floors in this home! Windows replaced. Living room w/ gorgeous wood-burning fireplace, crown molding & recessed lighting! The first floor features spacious rooms throughout - and includes 2 additional rooms (currently family room & den/office - which could be additional bedrooms. (plus a full bathroom!)The second floor features bedrooms and a full bathroom, plus a laundry area! Bedroom 1 features a wood ceiling and exposed beams, plus an adjoining walk-in closet/dressing area! Relax and unwind on the beautiful pergola-covered patio and enjoy the lovely star magnolia! Oversized 2 car detached garage w/ 2nd floor that is drywalled and could be finished into additional space! Lots of parking too! Don't miss your chance at this very special property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
$140Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer King• RE/MAX Of Reading
•610-670-2770 (broker)
•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)
Bought with Jeffrey Ricketts• Coldwell Banker Realty
Retro meets modern in this classic. This home is the original schoolhouse for Brecknock Twp. All new Kit cabinets, granite counters, tile back splash, stainless appliances. New HW floors in Kit and Dining room. New main floor bath vanity & toilet. some new lighting. All new window. New carpet in both first floor bedrooms/office. Entire house has fresh paint. Family room w/ wood fireplace. oversized 2 car detached garage w/ usable space above
Public Records
Sep 29, 2004
Sold
$232,000
$75/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005002623
Apr 12, 2004
Listed
$239,000
$77/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 1997
Sold
$110,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,622 (+4.9%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2025
$4,405 (+1.7%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2024
$4,330 (+2.1%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2023
$4,241 (+1.8%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2022
$4,168 (+5.3%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2021
$3,960
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2020
$3,960 (+1.2%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2019
$3,913 (−16.0%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2018
$4,661 (+29.4%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2017
$3,601 (+5.1%)
$36,500 + $152,600
$189,100
2014
$3,426
$36,500 + $152,600
$189,100
Tax history for 1296 Reading Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,622 (+4.9%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2025
$4,405 (+1.7%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2024
$4,330 (+2.1%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2023
$4,241 (+1.8%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2022
$4,168 (+5.3%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2021
$3,960
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2020
$3,960 (+1.2%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2019
$3,913 (−16.0%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2018
$4,661 (+29.4%)
$65,800 + $185,800
$251,600
2017
$3,601 (+5.1%)
$36,500 + $152,600
$189,100
2014
$3,426
$36,500 + $152,600
$189,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,100
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
0406497600000
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 27, 2020.
RM
Residential Medium District
The regulations for this district are intended to provide for various types of residential development in order to encourage a village growth concept. Emphasis is placed upon accessibility to transportation, community facilities and public utilities. Intense urban development in this district must be contingent upon the provision of public water and sewage facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric
Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Office, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Historic
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $185,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2015
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Composite, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $65,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,952
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $102
County Tax: $732
School Tax: $3,163
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $251,600
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $3,998
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Hot Water, Radiator
Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood, Coal
Hot Water: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: BRECKNOCK
Middle Or Junior School: GARDEN SPOT
High School: GARDEN SPOT
School District Name: EASTERN LANCASTER COUNTY
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Olde School Ln
Directions: use GPS - On route 625 in Bowmansville. Corner of Olde School Ln & Rte. 625
Municipality: BRECKNOCK TWP
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,100
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: —
County: Lancaster County
APN: 0406497600000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 27, 2020
Around this home
Schools
Brecknock El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Garden Spot Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.6mi
4/10
Garden Spot Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$422,000 – $511,000
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