401 E Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA 19607
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401 E Lancaster Ave
Reading, PA 19607

  • 8 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,200 sqft

$449,900

Original price: $469,900
Est. Mortgage $2,940/mo*
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$449,900

Original price: $469,900
Est. Mortgage $2,940/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
8 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,200 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$141
Listed
97 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 401 E Lancaster Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Several ways to use this versatile corner property with lovely curb appeal in the Heart of Shillington—a home that blends timeless charm with rare versatility. Dynamic property with endless possibilities! Use the entire home as your private residence, live in the main house while generating income from the basement apartment, or take advantage of the limited commercial zoning by operating your business from the private office space. Investors can also appreciate the opportunity to rent both units for maximum income potential. The moment you arrive you are greeted by the historic brick facade, accented by classic shutters, graceful columns, and dual balconies, sets the tone for the character found throughout. The main home welcomes you with a light-filled, eat-in kitchen featuring white cabinetry, generous counter space, and tile flooring. Original hardwood floors continue through the formal dining room and into the spacious living room, where a beautifully detailed brick gas fireplace creates a warm and inviting centerpiece. French doors lead to a bright home office with its own separate exterior entrance, offering an ideal setup for a small business or private workspace. The charm continues upstairs with four comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, while the fully remodeled walk-up attic offers a stunning additional bedroom with soaring 11-foot ceilings, new lighting, new carpeting, refinished hardwood floors, and abundant natural light—an unexpected retreat tucked beneath dramatic roof lines. Multiple heating sources, including gas radiant heat, mini-splits, and the gas fireplace, ensure year-round comfort. Outside, a private stone courtyard provides an inviting space forgathering, relaxing, or entertaining. Beyond the courtyard sits the spacious brick two-car detached garage with a private driveway. The property also includes a separate three-bedroom, one-bath rear apartment, complete with its own kitchen and living area—perfect for rental income, extended family, or limited commercial use permitted by zoning. Recently updated with all new LVP flooring, new doors, and fresh paint throughout. All of this is located just a short walk to the community pool, local parks, shopping, and schools, with right across from sought after Governor Mifflin High School, making this home a rare combination of space, charm, convenience, and income-producing potential. A truly one-of-a-kind opportunity in the heart of Shillington. For investors looking to add this property to your investment portfolio; main home is currently rented for $2,300 per month, the lower-level apartment is in the process of being rented for $1,500 and finally the office space separately projected at $500 per month, and detached garage rent for$300-$400 per month. Included in the sale is the lighted double-sided sign for business that reaches a high daily traffic count. Seller is a PA Licensed Realtor.

Home Details for 401 E Lancaster Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Heated,Exterior EntryNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, CableAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Main Level,Washer/Dryer Hookups OnlyMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas/PropaneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Courtyard

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio, Roof DeckOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights, BalconyFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Storage,Oversized,Asphalt,Detached,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1950 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1250 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 97

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: All Appliances All As-is Condition And Of No ValueParcel Number: 77439508898694

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $449,900Price Per Sqft: $141
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: SHILLINGTONCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: Governor MifflinJr High / Middle School District: Governor MifflinHigh School District: Governor Mifflin

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PABK2070974

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3200 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PABK2070974Municipality: SHILLINGTON BOROAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1950

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Mario Di Nenna, (610) 396-7048
Springer Realty Group, (484) 498-4000
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PABK2070974
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Market trends in Shillington

Last updated June 2026
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Price History for 401 E Lancaster Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/01/2026$449,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PABK2070974
06/29/2026$469,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2070974
06/22/2026$469,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PABK2070974
06/08/2026$469,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PABK2070974
05/21/2026$479,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #PABK2070974
05/06/2026$499,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2070974
02/26/2026$479,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PABK2065584
02/11/2026$479,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2065582
12/05/2025$479,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PABK2065584
12/02/2025$479,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2065582
09/14/2025$2,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
09/12/2025$2,200PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
08/27/2025$2,150PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
08/13/2025$2,200PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
08/08/2025$2,250Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/07/2025$2,250ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/31/2025$2,250Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/25/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/12/2024$2,250PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
05/22/2024$2,500PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
05/15/2024$3,000Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/10/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/23/2023$2,400PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
05/12/2023$2,450Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/12/2023$375,000Sold
N/A
06/24/2016$207,500Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,125
Assessment$124,300
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Shillington

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Nickycheergirl
    "i love this neighborhood! i lived here for 14 years!!! That’s why i’m looking to get my own place in this area for me and my kids "
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  • F2pv4rfyk2
    "I suppose that it is good there’s nothing bad really about it i like living here for the most part I wish there was more to do tho"
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  • Song Lee
    "There are lots of dogs in the park sometimes unleashed. So be careful with small ones. As far as I know, our neighborhood is quite safe. But you can hear time to time loud foreign music blasting from the car passing or partying neighbors house. "
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  • Anny D.
    "Nice near by parks with playground. Great outdoors activities. Pool area hiking trails basketball court as baseball field. As well as sitting area to celebrate birthday parties. Great neighborhood."
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  • Ari Ali
    "Not my type of neighborhood. It is too quiet and uneventful and everyone seems miserable and mean. They make visitors move their car as if we don’t all have our own driveways "
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  • Reneplacido9
    "Community days once a year event with fireworks and a carnival. Memorial Day parade, Easter bunny parade and Santa parade "
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  • Richard D.
    "personal vehicle,very safe ,nice neighborhood ,close to shops only young homeowner around lots of older folks"
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  • Jordan M.
    "I’m just visiting but overall i do enjoy the neighborhood and very pleased about everything i see so far. "
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  • Syaire J.
    "People speed down the back roads so you really have to watch for cars. But overall a cute little town to live in. "
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  • Hallie M.
    "There are a lot of kids that hang out at the local wawa and whatnot and no one seems to bother them, so I'd say it's a pretty safe area"
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  • EV
    "I have lived in Shillington for three years. Neighbors are kind and is a very quiet and cleaned area. School district is very good."
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  • Villanuevaerika32
    "My neighborhood has great acces to public transportation and has a great commute. supermarkets, gas stations. distict school is excellent. "
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  • Rochelle R.
    "There is a park across the main street were people run, walk, jog and take their dogs. Close to grocery, food, and retail stores. "
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  • Edna V.
    "quiet area peaceful a lot of places around the area easy access to a lot of stores supermarkets gas stations"
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  • Liyahmel06
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for 7 years and it's very nice and quiet. good neighborhood to raise kids."
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  • Rick S.
    "excellent for shopping, plenty of grocery, and consumable stores, park, fishing, nightlife, parking, etc., great area to live in."
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  • aaronccostenbader
    "As a young, recently married couple, we have lived in Shillington for 3+ years. It is safe, clean and quiet. The location is perfect--low-cost of living, walking access to amenities, public transportation and close proximity to highways to get where you need to go."
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Frequently asked questions about 401 E Lancaster Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 401 E Lancaster Ave?
    Based on a $449,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 401 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA is approximately $3,001 (about $2,360 principal & interest, $566 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Reading?
    Residents describe Reading, PA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Reading, PA.
  • What are the closest schools to 401 E Lancaster Ave?
    The closest schools to 401 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA are Cumru El School (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10), Governor Mifflin Middle School (rated 4/10), Governor Mifflin Senior High School (rated 6/10).
  • What is 401 E Lancaster Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 401 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA is $445,800.
  • Does 401 E Lancaster Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 401 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 401 E Lancaster Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 401 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA has laundry facilities.
Mario Di Nenna, Springer Realty Group, (484) 498-4000
Agent Phone: (610) 396-7048
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401 E Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA 19607 is a 8 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,200 sqft single-family home built in 1929. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jun 29, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PABK2070974.