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Address
401 E Lancaster Avenue, Shillington, PA
Price
$ 439,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#PABK2070974
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyBERKS
- CityShillington
- AreaShillington Boro
- Zip19607
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1929
- Taxes$ 6125
- Price$ 439,900
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3200
- Lot Size0.15 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Several ways to use this versatile corner property with lovely curb appeal in the Heart of Shillingtona 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 lightan 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 areaperfect 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.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed $499,900 |
| 5/22/2026 | 5$479,900 |
| 6/8/2026 | 3$469,900 |
| 7/1/2026 | 5$449,900 |
| 8/21/2026 | 3$439,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 3200 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Hot Water |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Utilities | Cable TV Available,Electric Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer Hookups Only,Water Heater |
| Zoning | RESID |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Balconies- Multiple,Patio(s) |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| School District | GOVERNOR MIFFLIN |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| View | Courtyard |
| Levels | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | BERKS |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | Please use GPS |
| City | SHILLINGTON |
| Disclosures | Owner RE Licensee |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | Shillington Boro (10277) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6534.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 124300.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6125.0 |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 225.59 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 3200 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 8694 |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-Ins,Kitchen - Eat-In,Store/Office,Wood Floors |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Basement | Fully Finished,Heated,Outside Entrance |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas/Propane |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1950 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1250 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Laundry Type | Main Floor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 3 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 3 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Roof Deck,Sidewalks,Street Lights |
|---|---|
| Pool | No Pool |
| Parking Features | Asphalt Driveway |
| Water Source | Public |
| Inclusions | All Appliances All As-Is condition and of No Value |
| Total Parking Spaces | 5 |
| Garage Features | Additional Storage Area,Oversized |
| Type of Parking | Detached Garage,Driveway |
| Land Use Code | 111 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 0.00 x 0.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.15 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 33800.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Detached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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