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1905 Classical Revival in Reading, PA

9/9/22 13 Comments
Posted on OHD: 9/9/22. Last OHD Update: 10/3/22.
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901 Centre Ave, Reading, PA 19601

Step back in time in this grand home located on a prominent corner lot with a view from every window. If you are looking for a home with original details and want to make it your own, you need to see the possibilities this home has for you. Located in the Centre Park Historic District, the property features a large and stately front porch with upper story balconies, vermont red slate roof, and oversized two+ car garage with guest quarters above. You'll know the quality of construction when you enter the main entrance and feel the weight of the front door and view the leaded glass and tilework of the vestibule. Enter the large entrance hall with a half bath. The dining room features a built-in china closet and butlers pass thru to the kitchen. The spacious living room features a working fireplace and large windows for lots of light. The main floor also features a nice size kitchen and adjoining breakfast room with french doors leading to the rear yard. The main staircase leading to the large 2nd floor hall (there is also a back staircase) features a landing with a striking pair of stained glass windows. The 2nd level features four large bedrooms with the two front bedrooms connected by a shared bath with shower and dressing room and access to the front balcony. There is also a large bath off the main hall featuring a walk in shower. The 3rd floor features three large heated rooms plus storage room and full bath with clawfoot tub. This stately property also has a seperate ovesized two + car garage with living quarters above with private entrance, featuring living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and full bath.Do put this one on your list if you've been lookng for a grand historic property with character. The property is an estate and we will be looking for a buyer who has a vision and can see the potential and be able to buy As Is . A true diamond in the rough waiting to be polished to be a jewel of the neighborhood.
7 Bed ∙ 3.5 Bath ∙ 4,154 Sq Ft ∙ 0.39 Ac.
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