CHARIS REALTY GROUP

606 N 5TH STREET M-3FL

READING , PA 19601

MLS#: PABK2067214

$850,000

Status: Active
Listing number: PABK2067214
Listing provided by: United Real Estate Strive 212
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 9 hours ago
New on site 1 day ago
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Property

Beds

None

Full Baths

None

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1900

Sq.Footage

N/A

Known historically as the Swanona Mansion, this is a rare, high-end mixed-use property offering historic elegance, strong income, and exceptional flexibility. Built by steel magnate James Carpenter, founder of Carpenter Steel, this landmark estate features two buildings and a large private parking lot in a prime Reading location. The primary building is a grand mansion converted to professional offices, currently leased and producing revenue. It can be delivered vacant if needed, making it an ideal headquarters for a law firm or professional office seeking a prestigious and spacious setting. The second building; originally a carriage house, includes three distinctive units now used as offices. Zoning allows residential use, and the units could be easily updated and converted to high-end apartments. All mechanical systems are recently replaced, modern, high-end, and energy-efficient, with air conditioning added throughout both buildings. Ownership options include continuing current operations, owner occupancy with vacant delivery, or a smooth transition with the seller remaining as a tenant for up to one year. The seller is also willing to hold financing, allowing a buyer time to familiarize and establish themselves with this exceptional property. A unique opportunity to acquire a historic, income-producing estate with significant upside. Schedule your showing today!

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    N/A

  • Bathrooms

    N/A

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Electric

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Baseboard

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Parking

    Private, Secured, Paved, Parking Lot

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.5

  • Property Type

    Commercial Sale

  • Property Sub Type

    Mixed Use

Price

  • Sales Price

    $850,000

  • Tax Amount

    12958.0

  • Sq. Footage

    N/A

  • Price/SqFt

    N/A

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

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Property Features

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Known historically as the Swanona Mansion, this is a rare, high-end mixed-use property offering historic elegance, strong income, and exceptional flexibility. Built by steel magnate James Carpenter, founder of Carpenter Steel, this landmark estate features two buildings and a large private parking lot in a prime Reading location. The primary building is a grand mansion converted to professional offices, currently leased and producing revenue. It can be delivered vacant if needed, making it an ideal headquarters for a law firm or professional office seeking a prestigious and spacious setting. The second building; originally a carriage house, includes three distinctive units now used as offices. Zoning allows residential use, and the units could be easily updated and converted to high-end apartments. All mechanical systems are recently replaced, modern, high-end, and energy-efficient, with air conditioning added throughout both buildings. Ownership options include continuing current operations, owner occupancy with vacant delivery, or a smooth transition with the seller remaining as a tenant for up to one year. The seller is also willing to hold financing, allowing a buyer time to familiarize and establish themselves with this exceptional property. A unique opportunity to acquire a historic, income-producing estate with significant upside. Schedule your showing today!

606 N 5TH STREET M-3FL

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