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Listing description

Opportunity Knocks at 274 Linden St. in Northeast Reading! This spacious end-of-row home is ideally located near City Park, local schools, and Hillside Park, offering both convenience and plenty of potential. The property features 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and the added bonus of a detached 1-car garage. Step inside to a formal living room and dining room filled with natural light. The large kitchen offers plenty of possibilities for a new owner, whether you envision a modern redesign, center island, or eat-in kitchen. Out back, you'll find a porch and yard with beautiful views of the city—an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the scenery. Upstairs, the second floor features 3 bedrooms and the main bathroom. The rear bedroom includes a balcony overlooking the city, which is currently closed off but offers additional potential. The third-floor bedroom is oversized, providing plenty of space and showcasing even more impressive views. The basement offers additional opportunities with its tall ceilings and convenient walk-out access to the side. This space could potentially be finished into an additional family room, recreation area, workshop, or other usable space to fit your needs. Bring your ideas and designs and make this home your own! Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, a fix-and-sell opportunity, or a fix-and-rent investment, 274 Linden St. offers plenty of possibilities. Schedule your showing today and see the potential for yourself!

Rooms by level

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

  1. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level 21 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,498 sq ft
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · End of Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1927

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,306 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$120
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2077078
County
Berks County
School district
Reading
Days on NookLocal
3 days

Interior features

Appliances
Oven/Range - Electric
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Interior features
Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In
Basement
Full, Heated, Poured Concrete, Unfinished, and 2 more
Laundry
Basement
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Other
Exterior features
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Patio & porch
Patio(s), Porch(es)
Windows
Replacement
Fencing
Chain Link
View
City, Mountain, Street, Trees/Woods

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Natural Gas Available

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, Off Street, On Street
Garage type
Garage - Rear Entry
Parking features
Free, Public
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Lot features
Rear Yard
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Stove
Possession
0-30 Days CD, Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 19, 2026Listed for sale$179,900

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

$174,000

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
June 1997 for $23,500
County deed record in 1997 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$179,900
County assessment implies
$108,723
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$940/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
351 N 11TH ST, READING, PA 19604April 2026$195,0004/11,500$207,408
624 N 10TH ST, READING, PA 19604May 2026$170,0004/11,527$178,721
1217 WINDSOR ST, READING, PA 19604March 2026$170,0004/11,549$175,456
1212 GREEN ST, READING, PA 19604May 2026$165,0004/11,550$160,208
1151 MULBERRY ST, READING, PA 19604November 2025$127,7004/11,489$140,143
1207 OLEY ST, READING, PA 19604August 2026$180,0004/11,420$200,257

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$1,611 / year

$134 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$1,611

School tax

READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)

$626

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$315

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$671

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $34,900, well below the ~$57,748 its asking price implies at Berks County's common level ratio (32.1%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $616/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($34,900, 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

$35,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,090/mo

Principal & interest
$903
Property taxes (current rates)
$134
Home insurance (est.)
$52

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: August 22, 2026 at 2:04 PM EDT

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