Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate1606 Reading Road, Mohnton, PA 19540-9411 $490,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,640
Acreage: 1.7
Age:225 years
Style:
Cabin/Lodge
Subdivision: Brecknock Township
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
THIS PROPERTY IS GOING TO AUCTION ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 4, 2025 @ 6:00 PM. THE LIST PRICE ONLY REFLECTS THE SUGGESTED STARTING BID. Completely renovated "Log Cabin" style house while keeping all its history charm including a 3-year old addition integrated into the same time period. It feels like a museum but includes all the current comforts to make it more day-to-day friendly. The original part of the house was built between 1790-1800 with a later kitchen addition and third spacious addition in 2022, it's like stepping back in time. Kitchen/dining cabinetry incorporated old cupboards and wooden boxes to fit the time period, includes all stainless steel appliances. 2022 great room addition is post/beam construction, fireplace mantle, 15' cathedral ceilings, powder bathroom, adjoining room with remarkable walk-in original stone fireplace, living room with log walls, laundry room with sink. Inviting front and rear covered porches, 20' x 6' rear concrete patio. Second level has 3 bedrooms, landing area, primary 11.5' x 9' walk-in closet, full bathroom with shower. Two new heat pumps and A/C in 2022, central vac. Detached garage is a concrete block 28' x 40' garage/shop, plenty of room for vehicles. 1-12' x 9' overhead door and 1-9' x 7' overhead door, concrete floor, electric service. This is a rare opportunity to live in a "Log Cabin" style house restored in all its glory with modern amenities for luxury living. Property has a large pond beside the road so the buildings can set back away from traffic. Truly a must-see property if you enjoy the "Late Revolutionary" part of American history.
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Upper 1
Full Bath: Upper 1
Kitchen: 23 X 12 - Main
Living Room: 23 X 14 - Main
Laundry: Main
Half Bath: Main
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Heat Pump(s), Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Well Water, Public Sewer, Main Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Unfinished Basement
Exterior
Log Exterior
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Public Elementary (4 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brecknock Elementary School | Governor Mifflin School District | K–4 | Mohnton | 1.86 mi |
| Brecknock Elementary School | Eastern Lancaster County School District | K–6 | Denver | 1.98 mi |
| Adamstown Elementary School | Cocalico School District | K–5 | Adamstown | 2.69 mi |
| Shiloh Hills Elementary School | Wilson School District | K–5 | Sinking Spring | 4.48 mi |
Private (11 schools)
| School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trostle Hill School | Nonsectarian | 1–8 | Mohnton | 0.19 mi |
| Gehmans Mennonite School | Mennonite | K–8 | Denver | 2.49 mi |
| Silver Hill School | Mennonite | 1–8 | Narvon | 2.61 mi |
| Berks County Montessori Country Day School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–8 | Sinking Spring | 3.55 mi |
| Kramer Mill School | Mennonite | 1–8 | Denver | 3.61 mi |
| Muddy Creek Christian School | Mennonite | 1–10 | Denver | 3.66 mi |
| Center Parochial School | Mennonite | 1–8 | East Earl | 4.08 mi |
| Pieffer Hill Parochial School | Mennonite | 1–8 | Stevens | 4.41 mi |
| Union Grove Mennonite School | Mennonite | 1–9 | East Earl | 4.88 mi |
| Shalom Mennonite School | Mennonite | K–8 | Terre Hill | 4.9 mi |
| Terre Hill Mennonite High School | Mennonite | 9–12 | Terre Hill | 4.98 mi |
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This report is a detailed community overview for Mohnton (19540), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
- Average salary of people in this community: $58,301
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 330
- Household Size (ppl): 2.53
- Households w/ Children: 52%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 3,749 (80.3%)
- Rented: 710 (15.2%)
- Vacant: 212 (4.5%)
- Total: 4,671
Population Demographics
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Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 2.4%
- Some High School: 4.3%
- High School Graduate: 38.6%
- Some College: 14.7%
- Associate Degree: 10.2%
- Bachelor's Degree: 17.6%
- Graduate Degree: 12.4%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $80,579
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $578
- One Bedroom: $735
- Two Bedroom: $938
- Three Bedroom: $923
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