BEDS3
BATHS1 full 2 partial
SQUARE FEET3,080
MLS#PABK2066264
STATUSACTIVE
PROPERTY TYPERental - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONSHILLINGTON
SCHOOLGOVERNOR MIFFLIN
Property Description
PRICE UPGRADE!! $2650!! Historic Mixed-Use Rental Opportunity – Oldest Home in Shillington. Work and Live in a convenient location! Owner is quite motivated and what a rare chance to lease a beautifully restored historic stone Colonial, documented by local historians as dating back to 1742 (PC1123 designation). Offering over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished space with the ability to expand, this property is ideal for mixed-use rental purposes, combining residential charm with professional or commercial potential. A picturesque family home! The first floor features 9’+ ceilings, deep window sills, wide plank hardwood floors, and original doors with iron latch hardware. Every room is very spacious. Plenty of room for the entire family. A great property for holidays and entertaining. This level includes a large living area, dining room, family room, half bath, and a spacious country kitchen with walk-in fireplace, center island, and stainless-steel appliances. A bright 26' x 12' sunroom with 12 windows provides excellent natural light—perfect for creative workspace, studio use, or client-facing operations. The adjacent summer kitchen adds additional usable space. The fenced yard offers ample outdoor space, including mature magnolia and fig trees, and may be suitable for outdoor seating, garden use, or recreation depending on tenant needs. The upper levels provide three large bedrooms, including a primary suite with fireplace, private bath, and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms also feature fireplaces. A finish-ready third floor offers expansion potential for offices, storage, or additional living space. Additional features: Rear parking with room to add more spaces Washer/dryer hook-ups on both the basement and first floor New roof Central air on the first floor This one-of-a-kind historic property allows for residential, professional, or small-business use—ideal for tenants seeking a distinctive and highly functional mixed-use space.
Property Features
Property Type: Rental - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Poured Concrete
Cooling: Central A/C, Wall Unit, Zoned
Fireplaces: 6
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Heating: 90% Forced Air, Central
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.38 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Stories: 3.0
Year Built: 1807
Feature Descriptions
Additional Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Electric: 150 Amps
Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s)
Exterior: Stone
Fencing: Vinyl
Fireplace: Brick, Wood
Flooring: Wood
Interior: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Location: Suburban
Lot: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Dimensions: 0.38 Acre(S)
Municipality: SHILLINGTON BORO
Number of Rooms: 8
Parking Features: Alley, Driveway, On Street, Concrete Driveway
Pet Restrictions: Cats OK
Rent Includes: HVAC Maint, Pest Control, Taxes
Rooms: Bedroom 1,Bathroom 1
Sewer: Public Sewer
Special View Info: Trees/Woods
SQFT Above Finished: 3080
SQFT Total Finished: 3080
Structure Type: Detached
Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 3
Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Water: Public
Windows: Wood Frame
Local Schools
High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
Middle School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
Elementary School: CUMRU
School District: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Pagoda Realty
Agency Phone: 6109857700
Shown By
Agent Name: Eugene Booth
Agent Phone: Cell: (484) 638-2851
Agency Title: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
First American
Corporate Office - 215 S Centerville Rd. Lancaster, PA 17603
16 Philadelphia Avenue | MLS# PABK2066264
This property located at 16 Philadelphia Avenue, Reading, PA 19607 is currently listed for rent with an asking price of $2,650 / Monthly. Philadelphia Avenue is located within the GOVERNOR MIFFLIN school district. Search Reading real estate on www.eugenebooth.com today.