$120,000
324 Cedar St, Reading, PA 19601
Listed by Pagoda Realty ERA Powered
Opportunity knocks at 639 Birch St.! Located in Northeast Reading, just steps from Reading High School, this property is full of potential and ready for its next chapter. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, investment property, or an affordable home to make your own, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. This home features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. The main level offers a spacious living room and dining area with original hardwood flooring, providing a solid foundation to restore and personalize. The living room, dining room, and bedrooms have already been freshly painted, giving you a head start on the renovation. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, while the unfinished attic can serves as the third bedroom, offering additional living space. Outside, enjoy a covered rear patio overlooking the fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A new gas line is available at the curb, providing an added upgrade opportunity for future improvements. Whether you're planning a fix-and-flip, a buy-and-hold rental, or a home renovation project, this property's desirable location and strong rental potential make it an excellent investment. With a little vision and work, this home can be transformed into something special. Schedule your showing today and discover the possibilities at 639 Birch St.! Video tour available upon request.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Price reduced | $115,000 |
| — | Price reduced | $119,900 |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $123,000 |
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
$111,000
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 October 2025 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 431 CEDAR ST, READING, PA 19601 | July 2026 | $106,000 | 3/1 | 770 | $107,709 |
| 413-A CHURCH ST, READING, PA 19601 | March 2026 | $96,500 | 3/1 | 800 | $96,873 |
| 1348 MUHLENBERG ST, READING, PA 19602 | July 2026 | $125,000 | 3/1 | 768 | $142,031 |
| 559 S 14TH ST, READING, PA 19602 | June 2026 | $135,000 | 3/1 | 768 | $153,394 |
| 233 HUDSON ST, READING, PA 19601 | June 2026 | $80,000 | 3/1 | 774 | $80,856 |
| 1217 COTTON ST, READING, PA 19602 | May 2026 | $128,000 | 3/1 | 762 | $139,365 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | Sold | $90,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$1,218 / year
≈ $102 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$1,219
School tax
READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)
$473
County tax
Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)
$238
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality
$507
Recomputed from the county assessment ($26,400, 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
$712/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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