Welcome to "Stirling" an extraordinary and welcoming, one of a kind estate with incredible architectural details and history to match. Originally built in 1892 and designed by Philadelphia architect Theophilus P. Chandler for industrialist James Hervey Sternbergh and his family. The property remained in the Sternbergh family for over 100 years eventually being sold and used as a Inn/Bed and Breakfast. The property has been updated with newer slate roof, upgraded electric, fire suppression system and central air, while still maintaining the original historic character and details as a grand residence. A list of the room sizes and description can be found in the attached addendum. The property also features a carriage house, now converted to six guest suites. The main house and carriage house both sit on a 1.62 acre landscaped parcel featuring mature specimen trees. The property also includes the adjacent lot (1130 Centre Ave) consisting of 2.48 acres and features inground pool, koi pond and pool cabana along with expansive lawn with wooded backdrop in a park like setting. The property is also in close proximity to Philadelphia and New York City by plane or car. Although the photos convey the quality to be found in the interior and grounds, this is definitely a "must experience in person" property.
Pending
$1,200,000
1120 Centre Ave, Reading, PA 19601
11beds
15,551sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
1.62 Acres Lot
$1,159,200 Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pool cabanaInground poolKoi pondMature specimen treesHistoric character and detailsIncredible architectural detailsWooded backdrop
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 25, 2025 at 04:07am
Listed by:
Chris Miller 610-413-0323,
RE/MAX Of Reading (610) 670-2770
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2055366

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 2300
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Dining Area, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Skylight(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas/Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 15,551
- Total interior livable area: 15,551 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 13,251
- Finished area below ground: 2,300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 18
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, Parking Lot
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Concrete, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Decorative
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic Vista
Lot
- Size: 1.62 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 15530741569359
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beaux Arts,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Fire Escape
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $77/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $334,600
- Annual tax amount: $15,081
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances
- Exclusions: Personal Property, Most Furnishings Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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