$159,900
1221 Elm St, Reading, PA 19604
Listed by Realty One Group Alliance
Charming opportunity with strong potential — spacious 5-bedroom residence offering a flexible layout to suit your life. The home features a welcoming front porch, ideal for morning coffee or neighborhood watching, and a generously sized private rear yard that’s perfect for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or creating a peaceful retreat. One full bathroom and ample room sizes provide a solid foundation for a thoughtful refresh and personalization to modern tastes. Situated in proximity to everywhere you want to go, this property invites creative vision and offers the chance to add significant value. Perfect for investors, growing households, or anyone ready to tailor a home to their exact specifications.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | Listed for sale | $160,000 |
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
$160,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 531 N FRONT ST, READING, PA 19601 | March 2026 | $165,000 | 5/1 | 1,556 | $167,273 |
| 1102 N FRONT ST, READING, PA 19601 | April 2026 | $175,000 | 5/1 | 1,551 | $171,035 |
| 723 THORN ST, READING, PA 19601 | April 2026 | $205,000 | 5/1 | 1,526 | $202,893 |
| 826 PEAR ST, READING, PA 19601 | July 2026 | $105,000 | 5/1 | 1,608 | $102,854 |
| 464 W OLEY ST, READING, PA 19601 | June 2026 | $200,000 | 5/1 | 1,506 | $201,662 |
| 1037 MADISON AVE, READING, PA 19601 | May 2026 | $200,000 | 5/1 | 1,617 | $190,590 |
Estimated at current rates
$1,085 / year
≈ $90 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$1,085
School tax
READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)
$421
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$212
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality
$452
Recomputed from the county assessment ($23,500, 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
$940/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
Reading
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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