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Listing description

Welcome to 1228 Linden Street, a beautifully updated home located in the highly sought-after Hampden Heights neighborhood of Reading! Combining timeless character with modern updates, this move-in-ready home offers comfort, style, and room to grow. This charming home features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a walk-up attic that offers excellent potential for future finished living space, perfect for an additional bedroom, home office, or bonus room. Step inside to find a bright and inviting floor plan with new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main level, fresh neutral paint, updated lighting, and beautifully refinished original hardwood floors throughout the second floor. The completely renovated kitchen showcases new cabinetry, countertops, modern fixtures, and ample cabinet space, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The updated full bathrooms offer a clean, modern feel, while the spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room for family gatherings. Enjoy relaxing mornings or evenings on the covered front porch or entertain guests on the rear deck overlooking the backyard. Additional features include off-street parking in the rear and a prime location close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, and major commuter routes. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or simply looking for a home that's been tastefully updated while preserving its original charm, 1228 Linden Street is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 full bath
  2. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,316 sq ft
Heating
90% Forced Air
Cooling
None

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Other
Year built
1925

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.04 acres (1,742 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$201
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2074646
County
Berks County
School district
Reading
Days on NookLocal
15 days

Interior features

Basement
Partially Finished
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Block
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
None
Hot water
Other
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Driveway
Total spaces
1
Driveway spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Appliances in AS-IS condition
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 12, 2026Listed for sale$264,900

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$249,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
April 2005 for $83,900
County deed record in 2005 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$264,900
County assessment implies
$210,903
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$1,824/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1525 N 14TH ST, READING, PA 19604April 2026$200,0003/11,342$200,115
323 LOMBARD ST, READING, PA 19604March 2026$144,0004/11,330$172,492
736 WINDSOR ST, READING, PA 19604April 2026$150,0004/21,220$162,064
1628 LOCUST ST, READING, PA 19604November 2025$200,0003/21,162$227,808
1527 PALM ST, READING, PA 19604October 2025$285,0003/21,472$269,855
1436 BIRCH ST, READING, PA 19604June 2026$200,0003/11,170$225,599

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$3,125 / year

$260 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$3,125

School tax

READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)

$1,214

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$610

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$1,301

Recomputed from the county assessment ($67,700, 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$52,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,667/mo

Principal & interest
$1,330
Property taxes (current rates)
$260
Home insurance (est.)
$77

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.

Area statistics

School district

Reading

Academic index
28.1/100
Graduation rate
77.5%
PSSA ELA proficient
17.4%
PSSA Math proficient
9.7%

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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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: July 27, 2026 at 2:05 PM EDT

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