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Property Description
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom brick single detached cape-cod, nestled in the heart of Spring Township within the Wilson School District. This home beautifully blends timeless character with thoughtful updates, offering both comfort and style. Inside, you'll be greeted by the warmth of newly refinished wood floors and the inviting charm of arched openings and a brick fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings at home. The airy feel and natural lighting, with soft, neutral colors will make you feel right at home! The updated kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample counter and cabinet space. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The partially finished basement adds bonus living space to suit your needs. Mechanical updates include a newer gas furnace, gas water heater, central air, and an architectural grade shingle, ensuring year-round efficiency and comfort. Step outside to enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces, including a stamped concrete patio and a newly installed composite deck overlooking the fully fenced yard; ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The property also offers an outdoor shed for extra storage and a one-car attached garage. Conveniently located to numerous grocery stores, schools, restaurants, and major roads such as Routes 724, 222, and 422, it's easy to come and go from just about anywhere you need within Berks County and its surrounding counties! With its blend of character, updates, and location in the Wilson School District, this delightful Cape is ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours. Call us today to schedule your showing, before it's too late!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 503 Dorchester Ave
General
- Sold For: $329,600
- Taxes: $4,482 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2063548
- Added to Site: 107 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Wood, Brick, Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3, Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room, Main
- Family Room: Family Room, Lower 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Lower Floor, Lower 1
- Utility Room: Utility Room, Lower 1
- Storage: Storage Room, Lower 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Free
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Location
- Area: Spring Twp (10280)
- Municipality: SPRING TWP
- County: Berks
- Development Name: Lincoln Park
- Subdivision: Lincoln Park
- Driving Directions: Dorchester Ave
- Direction Faces: West
- Location Details: Suburban
School Information
- School District: Wilson
- Middle School: Southern
- High School: Wilson
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame, Masonry, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Windows
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Vinyl Clad
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,046
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,046 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,502 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1949
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Average
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,662
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 111 x 50
- Frontage Feet: 50
- Street/Road Desc.: Black Top, Paved
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Zoning: RES
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $199.67
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,205
- City/TownTax: $368
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $909
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $100,800
- Tax Amount: $4,482
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1502
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 2641
Listed by RE/MAX Of Reading, Kevin J Snyder and RE/MAX Of Reading, Joshua Forry
Sold by RE/MAX Of Reading, Karen Ann Malec
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Schools
Schools serving 503 Dorchester Ave
School District:Wilson School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shiloh Hills El School 301 Sage Drive, Sinking Spring, PA 19608 | K-5 | 2.8 mi |
Wilson Southern Middle School 3100 Iroquois Ave, Sinking Spring, PA 19608 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Wilson High School 2601 Grandview Boulevard, West Lawn, PA 19609 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 503 Dorchester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/23/2025
Sold
$329,600
9.9%
MLS
10/02/2025
Listed
$299,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
503 Dorchester Avenue, Reading, PA 19609 (MLS# PABK2063548) is a Single Family property that was sold at $329,600 on October 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 503 Dorchester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

