1668 E Thistle Drive, Reading, PA 19610Asking Price of: $600,000

Nestled in the sought-after Reserves at Springton in the Wilson School District, this energy-efficient 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers outstanding upgrades throughout. Ideally located just minutes from major highways and all major shopping, it’s perfect for commuters. Curb appeal shines with a stone façade, covered front porch, beautifully hardscaped mulch beds, and a matching oversized storage shed. Inside, you’re greeted by a welcoming foyer with gleaming Brazilian cherry hardwood floors that flow throughout the house. The formal living and dining rooms feature elegant wainscoting, fresh light fixtures, 9-foot ceilings, child-proof outlets, and wiring for ceiling fans in every room. The main floor continues with a convenient half bath, mudroom entry from the side-load two-car garage, and access to the finished basement. The gourmet kitchen boasts upgraded cabinetry, stainless Energy Star appliances, a large island with seating, granite countertops, a modern tiled backsplash, deep sink, recessed lighting, a spacious pantry, and a double oven. It flows into an expanded breakfast room with an oversized ceiling fan, Energy Star windows, and a sliding glass door to the 12x20 Trex deck with vinyl railing and built-in lighting. The expansive family room features custom cabinetry, a gas fireplace with blower, and a new light fixture. Ten automated, remote-controlled blinds on the main level can be operated individually or in unison. Up the freshly renovated stairs, you’ll find a spacious loft ideal for a home office or lounge area. The oversized master suite includes two walk-in closets, a private seating area, and an ensuite bath with a stall shower, soaking tub, private commode. Three additional bedrooms offer generous closets, new lighting, wainscoting, chair rail, and fresh paint. A full hallway bath with new sink cabinet potential, tub/shower combo, and linen closet serves them, while the laundry room with cabinetry and attic access completes the second floor. The finished basement adds over 750 square feet of living space, including a bump-out under the breakfast room, water hookups for a wet bar, and a modern full bath with a sleek sliding glass door. A separate unfinished storage area houses the mechanicals, including a Rainmaker water softener and a newer 2022 Energy Star Lennox variable-speed HVAC system with phone-controlled thermostat, plus humidifier and dehumidifier. For safety, the entire home is equipped with a fire suppression system. Move-in ready with thoughtful upgrades at every turn, this is the home you were looking for.