Professional pictures being added 8/29/25. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasting a bright and functional layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The main level features a spacious living room, an updated kitchen with plenty of countertop space, and a cozy dining area overlooking the backyard. All four bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, and both bathrooms are tastefully updated. The partially finished basement offers a versatile space that can be used as a family room, home office, gym, or playroom — while still leaving plenty of room for storage. Step outside to your own private oasis: a beautifully landscaped backyard complete with an in-ground pool, patio area, and plenty of space for summer gatherings. This home is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience — move-in ready and waiting for its next owner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$209Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Malec• RE/MAX Of Reading
•610-670-2770 (broker)
•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)
Bought with Mike Alexis• Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Country living close to parks, but not too far away from restaurants, grocery shopping, and gas stations. The kitchen in this home is very large and features granite tops, plenty of cabinets, wall microwave and oven, and a down-draft built-in cook top on a big island. The 2 car garage is heated! The backyard is fully fenced and very private, which also features a concrete inground pool! Make this home yours today!
TREND #6820625
Sep 16, 2016
Sold
$285,000
$128/sq ft
Jul 11, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2016
Delisted
—
Jun 30, 2016
Listed
$279,900
$126/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003895897
Sep 16, 2016
Sold
$285,000
$128/sq ft
Jun 30, 2016
Listed
$279,900
$126/sq ft
+20
Welcome home! This charming 4 bedroom Mifflin 2 story has so much to offer and updates throughout. This home features an open floor plan that is tastefully decorated w/ neutral tones and newly installed carpet. This open concept begins with an eat-in kitchen with dining area, pantry, stove top island, and Brazilian granite countertops. The first floor also includes living room/ study and family room that are great for entertaining. Family room features a wood stove insert for additional heating source and comfort. Second floor contains 4 bedrooms with a master suite that has a walk in closet and full bath with double vanity. Both updated full bathrooms had tile floors installed (2013). Laundry room on the second floor include washer and dryer with sale. Finished lower level allows for more living and entertainment space with walkout entrance. Enjoy almost 1 acre of scenic, mature landscape from the deck that was built in 2013. Backyard also contains an in-ground pool that has been updated with pool heater (2013) and filter/ pump (2014). Other upgrades include a new roof installed (2014) with freeze barrier, Carrier heating and air conditioning system installed (2013), large water heater (2013), and new garage doors and tracks (2016). Don't miss out on this home. Schedule a showing today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,104 (+2.5%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2025
$7,905 (−0.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2024
$7,923 (+2.9%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2023
$7,701 (+2.6%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2022
$7,508 (+2.0%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2021
$7,359
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2020
$7,359 (+1.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2019
$7,270 (+1.8%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2018
$7,139 (+2.0%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2017
$7,000 (+2.8%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2015
$6,810 (+4.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2014
$6,535 (+2.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2013
$6,398 (+4.9%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2012
$6,098 (+1.4%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2011
$6,012 (+1.7%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2010
$5,909
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
Tax history for 1542 Welsh Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,104 (+2.5%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2025
$7,905 (−0.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2024
$7,923 (+2.9%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2023
$7,701 (+2.6%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2022
$7,508 (+2.0%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2021
$7,359
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2020
$7,359 (+1.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2019
$7,270 (+1.8%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2018
$7,139 (+2.0%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2017
$7,000 (+2.8%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2015
$6,810 (+4.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2014
$6,535 (+2.2%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2013
$6,398 (+4.9%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2012
$6,098 (+1.4%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2011
$6,012 (+1.7%)
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
2010
$5,909
$44,800 + $127,400
$172,200
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,224
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
39439519619241
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
LR
Low Density Residential District
The LR Zoning District generally contains areas with existing agricultural woodlands stream valleys and low density residential uses. The purpose of the LR Zoning District is as follows: To allow low-density residential development as well as related community facilities and services within the context of the rural environment including both large-lot residential uses and village-type residential uses.; To encourage sensitive treatment of ecologically fragile areas by those building or developing within the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Recreation
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Master Bathroom
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished, Walkout Level
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $127,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $44,800
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,224
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $920
County Tax: $1,552
School Tax: $5,703
Tax Assessed Value: $172,200
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $8,176
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: 222 Lancaster Pike, Right on S Miller St, left on W Broad street, Right on New Holland Ave, house is on left
Municipality: CUMRU TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,224
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 39439519619241
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
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Schools
Cumru El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19607
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$442,000 – $535,000
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