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Listing description

Welcome to 842 Church St. in Reading! This well-maintained four-bedroom home offers a functional layout with four private bedrooms, making it a great option for a family, owner occupant, or investor looking for a property with plenty of bedroom space. The main level features a comfortable living room, a separate dining area, and a practical kitchen layout, along with access to the fenced-in yard. Upstairs, the home offers two private bedrooms on the second floor and the home's full bathroom. while the third level provides two additional large and private bedrooms . The layout provides excellent separation between the bedrooms and common living areas, offering flexibility and privacy for everyone in the household. The property is in good overall condition and move in ready! Outside, the fenced-in yard provides a great space for outdoor enjoyment, pets, or entertaining. Conveniently located with easy access to 5th Street Highway, this home provides convenient access to shopping, dining, transportation, and surrounding Reading-area amenities. A solid home with four private bedrooms, a fenced yard, and a convenient location, come take a look at what 842 Church St. has to offer!

Rooms by level

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

  1. Upper level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level 22 bedrooms

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,360 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1880

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,306 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$125
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABK2078942
County
Berks County
School district
Reading
Days on NookLocal
7 days

Interior features

Appliances
Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
Flooring
Laminate Plank
Interior features
Dining Area
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
3
Accessibility
Other

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Roof
Rubber
Foundation
Other
Patio & porch
Patio(s)
Windows
Replacement
Fencing
Chain Link, Privacy, Rear
View
Street

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
On Street
Parking features
Free, Public

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Stove
Exclusions
Tenant Personal Property
Possession
0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 29, 2026Listed for sale$169,900

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

$167,000

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
March 2020 for $31,900
Current list price
$169,900
County assessment implies
$124,299
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$1,075/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1034 WASHINGTON ST, READING, PA 19601September 2026$190,0004/11,380$179,412
243 PEAR ST, READING, PA 19601April 2026$180,0004/11,332$173,948
424 W WINDSOR ST, READING, PA 19601May 2026$140,0004/11,406$128,374
325 PEAR ST, READING, PA 19601May 2026$205,0004/11,414$186,022
430 W GREENWICH ST, READING, PA 19601December 2025$150,0004/11,357$150,309
341 PEAR ST, READING, PA 19601July 2026$194,9004/11,297$187,129

Sale history

DateEventPrice
March 2020Sold$31,900

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$1,842 / year

≈ $154 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$1,856

School tax

READING · 17.93 mills (2025-26)

$715

County tax

Berks County · 9.01 mills (2026)

$360

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$767

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $39,900, well below the ~$54,538 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 $394/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($39,900, 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 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$33,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,056/mo

Principal & interest
$853
Property taxes (current rates)
$154
Home insurance (est.)
$50

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: October 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM EDT

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