Stunning Chalet showcased on almost half an acre, near the summit of Mount Penn, yielding gorgeous lofty vista. Located in the highly sought-after Hessian Camp community with the perfect country like setting, while close to conveniences & professional district. The Open Floor Plan, expansive wall of glass, glistening hardwood flooring thought & soaring vaulted ceiling, offer more than just a place to call home, -it"s a lifestyle. Conveniently located first floor master suite w remodeled full bath, includes a double bowl vanity & oversized tiled shower. Well-appointed Kitchen w breakfast bar opens to sizable Great Room, sporting a real stone fireplace (wood burning), architecturally pleasing exposed structural beams, real pine planking & two story vaulted ceiling, glass doors open to wrap around deck & level back yard. 2 bedrooms & full bathroom on the upper level, plus a balcony leading to a staircase w a split landing opening to the Great Room and the slate tiled foyer leading to powder Rm & Convenient first floor laundry, washer & dryer included. This spectacular home was completely remodeled in 2004, including, New Roof, New Heat, New A/C & Bathrooms. Worry free & efficient courtesy of Newer Windows, Newer Glass Doors & Newer Nest brand Smart Thermostat (smart phone compatible). The oversized garage space opens to additional area in the basement, offering versatility for automotive hobbyists & craftsman alike, plus an additional flue for aux garage heat if desired. Architectural detail & quality abound, including a massive stone chimney, oversized soffits & real cedar siding. This property was originally on 2 deeds, so it may be possible to subdivide, but being sold as one property, only
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$254Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bruce Senn• RE/MAX Professional Realty
•610-363-8444 (broker)
•frontdesk@goprofessional.com (broker)
Bought with Tom Gheen• Coldwell Banker Hearthside Realtors
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,210
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
16531719508354
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-1
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.
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: 1
Garage Features: Inside Access, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Attached Garage, Other
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Dishwasher
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Breakfast Area
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $60,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Replacement
Exterior Information
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: SQUARE
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $28,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,209
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $88,500
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $3,582
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: READING SENIOR
School District Name: READING
Location Information
Cross Street: BUS 422
Directions: From Mt. Penn (intersection of Bus 422 & Perkiomen Ave): Business422W 0.6mi, cross over bridge; R - Hessian Rd 0.5mi; L- Trooper Rd 0.3mi to home on L
Municipality: READING CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,210
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 16531719508354
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sixteenth & Haak El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Central Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Reading Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
15% 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 • 19602
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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.
9.1 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$292,000 – $353,000
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