$249,900
820 Birch St, Reading, PA 19605
Listed by Springer Realty Group
This classic brick Cape Cod is built for a buyer who wants more than a starter home checklist. It offers room to entertain, room to tinker, and enough space to grow into rather than outgrow within a few years. The exterior has genuine charm, with a paved driveway leading up to the front entry. Inside, the Living Room opens up bright and welcoming, anchored by a large bay window that draws in natural light throughout the day. An arched walkway carries you into the Kitchen, which offers an eat in layout with generous cabinet storage and plenty of room to make it your own.The main floor includes two Bedrooms with solid closet space, along with a full updated Bathroom. Upstairs, two more Bedrooms carry ceilings that are classically Cape, equally suited to a bedroom, a home office, or extra storage.Downstairs is where this home really earns its keep. The finished Rec Room features a floor to ceiling built in storage wall, ideal for projects, hobbies, or everyday storage. A half Bathroom, a dedicated Laundry area, and utility storage complete the level.Outside, the backyard offers everyday living space along with room to entertain. A covered Patio and an open patio area give you options for hosting, while the yard stretches large and flat, with a storage shed for anything that doesn't fit in the garage. There's also a detached two car Garage and off street parking. This home sits in Muhlenberg Township, a longtime residential community just north of Reading, lined with mature trees and sidewalks, close to Muhlenberg schools and the Muhlenberg Rail Trail. It's conveniently located near Route 222 and Route 61 for ease of commuting, and just minutes from major shopping, grocery stores, and a variety of dining options, along with the Fairgrounds Farmers' Market up the road for produce and local goods.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000 |
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
$270,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Berks County assessment ratio, and this home's own December 2023 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4212 5TH AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | May 2026 | $300,000 | 3/1 | 1,579 | $301,786 |
| 506 EL HATCO DR, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | November 2025 | $253,000 | 4/1 | 1,522 | $274,171 |
| 4106 5TH AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | September 2025 | $280,000 | 3/1 | 1,590 | $287,876 |
| 4002 8TH AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | June 2026 | $265,000 | 4/1 | 1,370 | $291,408 |
| 709 TUCKERTON AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | April 2025 | $275,000 | 4/1 | 1,711 | $275,914 |
| 4306 5TH AVE, TEMPLE, PA 19560 | July 2026 | $320,000 | 3/1 | 1,456 | $329,574 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | Sold | $233,350 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$4,256 / year
≈ $355 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$4,113
+3.5% at current rates
School tax
MUHLENBERG · 38.41 mills (2025-26)
$3,130
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$735
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$391
Recomputed from the county assessment ($81,500, 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 2026 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
$1,789/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
Muhlenberg
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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