$245,000
553 Gordon St, Reading, PA 19601
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
Welcome to this spacious five-bedroom Victorian home in the northwestern section of the city. Offering high ceilings, generously sized rooms and abundant living space, this well-maintained home has been thoroughly refreshed and prepared for its next owner. The entire interior and exterior were recently repainted. The original hardwood floors were beautifully refinished approximately five years ago, and the kitchen was remodeled approximately three or four years ago. The kitchen includes attractive, well maintained appliances. The home features five bedrooms, one full bathroom and one half bathroom with a convenient laundry hookup. All-new energy-efficient double-hung windows have been installed throughout the home. The main EPDM rubber roof was installed approximately four years ago, while the rear torch-down rubber roof was installed approximately six years ago. As part of the homes recent preparation for sale, both roofs were completely recoated with Henry silicone roof coating, providing an additional protective barrier and helping extend the roofs service life. The coating carries a 15-year manufacturers warranty, subject to the manufacturers terms and transferability requirements. The front and rear porches and decks were also carefully restored, sanded and newly stained. The home is heated by a gas-fired boiler, and the electrical system is served by a circuit-breaker panel. With its spacious layout, original Victorian character, new windows, protected rubber roofs and extensive interior and exterior improvements , this move-in-ready home offers an outstanding opportunity for its new owner.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $259,000 |
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
$236,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1037 MADISON AVE, READING, PA 19601 | May 2026 | $200,000 | 5/1 | 1,617 | $203,218 |
| 826 PEAR ST, READING, PA 19601 | July 2026 | $105,000 | 5/1 | 1,608 | $109,669 |
| 537 WEISER ST, READING, PA 19601 | January 2026 | $175,000 | 5/1 | 1,645 | $176,560 |
| 122 ROBESON ST, READING, PA 19601 | April 2026 | $199,900 | 5/2 | 1,651 | $196,551 |
| 515 N FRONT ST, READING, PA 19601 | December 2025 | $193,000 | 5/1 | 1,678 | $205,769 |
| 531 N FRONT ST, READING, PA 19601 | March 2026 | $165,000 | 5/1 | 1,556 | $178,357 |
Estimated at current rates
$862 / year
≈ $72 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$1,477
-41.6% at current rates
School tax
READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)
$574
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$288
Municipal tax
Not reported in the MLS feed
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Recomputed from the county assessment ($32,000, 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
$1,448/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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