Tastefully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home perched above the road, offering beautiful views and a wonderful sense of privacy. Step inside to a spacious living room featuring a cozy electric fireplace with a beautiful stone accent surround, creating a warm and inviting focal point. The open flow continues into the dining area and beautifully updated kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a timeless subway tile backsplash that blends style and functionality. The second floor features a spacious primary suite with a private en-suite bath, providing a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the upper level. Luxury vinyl plank flooring extends throughout the entire home, adding durability, low maintenance, and a modern, cohesive look. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof (2026), a new main sewer line (2026), and an economical gas heating system for efficient comfort. Thoughtfully renovated and truly move-in ready, this home offers the perfect combination of contemporary finishes, functional living space, quality updates, and a scenic setting with beautiful views. Listing agent has an ownership interest in the entity that owns the property and is a licensed Pennsylvania Real Estate Agent
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Clair McKoy• Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
4 Bedroom Single Home in Lower Alsace Township. HUD case #441-843519. Hud homes are sold AS IS. Buyer is responsible for ALL transfer taxes any municipal inspections/repairs as required. Equal housing Opportunity.
BRIGHT MLS #1007740098
Apr 8, 2015
Listing Removed
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Nov 18, 2014
Listed
$107,000
$72/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 4, 2008
Sold
$121,900
$82/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005763916
Jun 10, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2008
Listed
$114,900
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,748 (+1.5%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2025
$3,694 (+4.3%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2024
$3,543 (+3.5%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2023
$3,424 (+3.3%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2022
$3,315 (+2.1%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2021
$3,245 (+2.8%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2020
$3,155 (+3.2%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2019
$3,056 (+1.1%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2018
$3,024 (+3.1%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2017
$2,934 (+6.8%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2015
$2,747 (+3.7%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2014
$2,649 (+1.7%)
$21,500 + $33,000
$54,500
2013
$2,605 (+2.6%)
$22,100 + $32,400
$54,500
2012
$2,538 (+1.3%)
$22,100 + $32,400
$54,500
2011
$2,505 (+1.7%)
$22,100 + $32,400
$54,500
2010
$2,464
$22,100 + $32,400
$54,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,478
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,478
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
23532713232932
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-1
Rural Residential District
The R-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with existing woodlands, steep slopes, open space and rural residential uses. The purpose of the R-1 Zoning District is as follows: To preserve and enhance ecologically fragile, environmentally sensitive and aesthetically valuable areas of Lower Alsace Township and Mount Penn Borough. Specific features to be preserved and enhanced include, but are not necessarily limited to groundwater, steep slopes, woodlands, scenic vistas and scenic corridors.; To permit development of a type and density, which have minimal stormwater management impacts upon the natural features and the surrounding properties.; To provide a clearly defined limits between residential uses, densities and developments within Lower Alsace Township and Mount Penn Borough.; To provide, preserve and enhance park, recreation and open space opportunities on a local and regional scale in order to implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Recreation
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
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19606
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
33
21
38
25
57
37
65
45
70
54
82
63
86
68
80
62
76
60
67
48
54
39
39
27
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1050 Friedensburg Rd
$282,783
$2,117 under list price of $285K
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