Welcome home to 1509 Alsace Road located in the prestigious Hampden Heights (College Heights) neighborhood . This vintage stone Normandy Tudor offers three generous sized bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms. This tudor home is sophisticated in architecture and style but also has a comfort feel to meet today's lifestyle demands. A curved flagstone walk way leads to the the stone turret which is the gateway into the foyer with a front to back hallway with an open stairwell. A spacious living room with a wood burning fire place that extends out to the stone covered side porch. Relax on the side porch and enjoy the sound of the waterfalls and fish swimming around an approximately 2,000 gallon pond. Back inside, there is a formal dining area with two corner built in cabinets. The expansive culinary kitchen with corian countertops, wrap around windows, and skylights add to the delight of this property. Stone arches and cathedral ceilings set the dramatic presence of the joining room, the perfect environment for entertaining with the flow and comfort. This room has an interior stone wall, built in bookshelves, deep window seat with storage, exposed beams and a gas fireplace. The upper level has a spacious primary bedroom with an attached private tiled bathroom, and a closet with dressing room area. There are two additional large bedrooms with a guest bathroom. The large attic is accessed through a pull down staircase in the hallway. The lower level has wood paneling, a half bathroom, a stone wood burning fireplace and hand painted tiled flooring. No detail was spared, slate and copper roof, pegged hardwood flooring, wrought iron staircase, arched doorways, many built in cabinets through out. The enchanted outdoor space includes many colorful perennial flowers, outdoor lighting illuminating the front and back of the home, flagstone hardscaped back patio, imported brownstone retaining wall and outdoor stove top/fireplace, New central air units installed in August 2021. Located conveniently near Albright College, local dining, entertainment and shopping, and close to major highways (Routes 12, 422, 222, 61). Schedule your private showing today for this rare opportunity to own a classic stone tudor home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$162Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Katie Broskey• Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Vintage stone Normandy Tudor offers a commanding presence. Sophistication in architecture and style combines old world charm with comfort to meet today's lifestyle demands. Stone turret is your gateway into the foyer with front to back hallway and open stairwell. A spacious living room with fireplace extends out on to a stone covered portico. A formal dining room and expansive culinary kitchen with wrap around windows, and skylights add to the delight of this property. Stone arches and soaring cathedral ceilings set the dramatic presence of the adjacent great room; the perfect environment for entertaining with flow and comfort. The upper reaches offer an expansive master bedroom with private tiled bath and dressing room area with closets! There are two additional bedrooms and a large guest bath. Imagine a room with rich wood paneling with a stone fireplace, and tiled floor with the feel of an Old English Rathskeller. This describes the intimate den space on the lower level of the residence. The outdoors offers English flowering gardens, stone paths and a pond. Flagstone patio with fireplace enhances the outdoor living spaces. Economical Gas heat, combined with central Air make this the perfect home
BRIGHT MLS #1003130941
Apr 6, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2014
Listed
$295,000
$94/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009757258
Mar 1, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 2013
Listed
$295,000
$94/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008910586
Apr 13, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Oct 22, 2010
Listed
$264,900
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,838 (+2.4%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2025
$7,653 (+1.5%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2024
$7,540 (+1.6%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2023
$7,423
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2022
$7,423
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2021
$7,423 (+1.0%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2020
$7,348
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2019
$7,348
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2018
$7,348 (+0.7%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2017
$7,299 (+6.2%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2015
$6,871 (+1.2%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2014
$6,789
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2013
$6,789 (−0.9%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2012
$6,848
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
2011
$6,848 (+6.8%)
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
2010
$6,414
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
Tax history for 1509 Alsace Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,838 (+2.4%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2025
$7,653 (+1.5%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2024
$7,540 (+1.6%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2023
$7,423
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2022
$7,423
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2021
$7,423 (+1.0%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2020
$7,348
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2019
$7,348
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2018
$7,348 (+0.7%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2017
$7,299 (+6.2%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2015
$6,871 (+1.2%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2014
$6,789
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2013
$6,789 (−0.9%)
$31,700 + $138,100
$169,800
2012
$6,848
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
2011
$6,848 (+6.8%)
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
2010
$6,414
$32,600 + $148,900
$181,500
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,819
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
17531732388378
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2026.
R-1
HEIGHTS CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Residential District
The R-1 Districts preserve and enhance low-density areas composed of one-family detached dwellings on relatively large lots. The R-2 Medium Density District provides a variety of one-family detached, semidetached and attached dwellings. The R-3 District allows the highest residential densities and permits multifamily apartments.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Covered Parking, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Paved Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Stone, Tile/Brick, Wood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Skylight(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Mantel(s), Wood, Stone
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Full, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 315
Improvement Assessed Value: $138,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Slate, Copper
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Fencing: Aluminum
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $31,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,819
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 315
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $3,078
County Tax: $1,300
School Tax: $3,045
Tax Assessed Value: $169,800
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $7,423
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: READING
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Turn right onto Spring St, then turn right onto Amity St, then turn left onto Alsace Rd, the destination will be on your right
Municipality: READING CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,819
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 17531732388378
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Thirteenth & Union El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Northeast Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Reading Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19604
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$483,000 – $584,000
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