$224,900
720 Madison Ave, Reading, PA 19601
Listed by Realty One Group Alliance
Welcome to 116 S. 6th Avenue, a charming home located in the heart of highly sought-after West Reading. Enjoy an exceptionally walkable lifestyle with the Reading Hospital one block north of the home and vibrant Penn Avenue just one block south, offering some of the area's best restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and entertainment. This property features newer shingle and rubber roofs, a newer heating system, new plumbing, new electrical and beautiful high-end, efficient, painted wood-grain replacement windows throughout the home. Inside, you'll find stunning original hardwood floors preserved beneath the existing carpeting, along with original unpainted wood trim and moldings that showcase the home's timeless character and craftsmanship. The first floor offers the convenience of a half bath, while the second floor features a bright sunroom off the rear bedroom—perfect for a home office, reading nook, or relaxing retreat. Currently tenant-occupied, the property will be vacant soon. Don't miss your chance to own a classic West Reading home in one of Berks County's most desirable and walkable neighborhoods.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | Price reduced | $224,900 |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$232,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126 S 6TH AVE, READING, PA 19611 | November 2025 | $255,000 | 5/1 | 1,735 | $263,192 |
| 122 S 6TH AVE, WEST READING, PA 19611 | September 2024 | $175,000 | 5/1 | 1,735 | $183,789 |
| 431 FRANKLIN ST, READING, PA 19611 | May 2026 | $275,000 | 4/2 | 1,657 | $265,628 |
| 100 S 6TH AVE, READING, PA 19611 | February 2026 | $164,500 | 5/1 | 1,860 | $155,648 |
| 321 LINDEN LN, WEST READING, PA 19611 | August 2024 | $226,000 | 4/1 | 1,740 | $217,371 |
| 714 WAYNE AVE, WEST READING, PA 19611 | February 2026 | $284,000 | 3/1 | 1,632 | $285,532 |
Estimated at current rates
$3,577 / year
≈ $298 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$3,079
+16.2% at current rates
School tax
WYOMISSING AREA · 35.37 mills (2025-26)
$2,338
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$596
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality
$644
Recomputed from the county assessment ($66,100, 1994 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Berks County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,493/mo
Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
School district
Wyomissing Area
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Berks County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Berks County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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