Step into this charming 1895 townhouse in the heart of Reading. This home features three inviting bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for both relaxation and functionality. As you enter, you’ll be greeted by the warmth of hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the main living areas. The cozy dining area is ideal for intimate meals or entertaining friends, while the kitchen boasts plenty of cabinet space and stainless steel appliances. The full basement offers ample storage, laundry facilities and a new furnace installed in 2026. The attic provides valuable additional storage space or a possible 4th bedroom. Enjoy the private, fenced backyard—ideal for entertaining, morning coffee, or evening grilling. Garage parking next to R/C Reading Movies 11, 0.1 miles away for $40/month. With a little paint and personal touch, this home is ready to truly shine and waiting for you to call it home.
TownhomeProperty Type
1895Year Built
1,742 sq ftLot Size
$143Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ashley Bleacher• Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
•717-392-0200 (broker)
•davidmizenko@howardhanna.com (broker)
Listed by Laura Eshbach• Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Lancaster
•717-392-0200 (broker)
•davidmizenko@howardhanna.com (broker)
Bought with Mr. Nehemiah J Lindo• Realty One Group Alliance
Est. $1,215 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 114 Pear St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PABK2071740
Jul 13, 2026
Sold
$187,000
$143/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Pending
—
May 24, 2026
Price Changed
$180,000
$138/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Listed
$170,000
$130/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Coming Soon
$170,000
$130/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK2020164
Oct 5, 2022
Sold
$125,000
$96/sq ft
Sep 28, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 21, 2022
Contingent
—
Aug 18, 2022
Listed
$125,000
$96/sq ft
Aug 15, 2022
Coming Soon
$125,000
$96/sq ft
+21
Fantastic Brick home located in the heart of Reading, 3 bedrooms and a full bath. This home has been loved and well taken care of by the current owner, lots of updates over the years. Home is close to the local elementary school, 2 mins from 422, 5 minute walk to the bike trail, Schuylkill River, IMAX Theater, Goggleworks Center for the Arts, Reading area Community College and much more. Current owner rents a parking space for $25 per month in the parking garage, home only uses 500-600 gallons of oil per year, cheap to heat.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$937 (+2.4%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2025
$915 (+1.5%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2024
$901 (+1.6%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2023
$887
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2022
$887
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2021
$887 (+1.0%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2020
$879
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2019
$879
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2018
$879 (+0.7%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2017
$872 (+6.2%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2015
$821 (+1.2%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2014
$812
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2013
$812 (+6.0%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2012
$766
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2011
$766 (+6.8%)
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
2010
$717
$7,000 + $13,300
$20,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,304
Year built
1895
Style
Townhouse
County
Berks County
APN
06530781508977
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-3
Residential District
The R-3 District allows the highest residential densities and permits multifamily apartments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Stove, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Range Hood
Directions: Take US-222 North toward Reading and merge onto US-422 West toward Reading. Take the exit for Penn St / Downtown Reading then Turn right onto N 2nd St. From there Turn left onto Walnut St then Turn right onto Pear St and 114 Pear St will be on your right.
Municipality: READING CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,304
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,742 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 06530781508977
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Lauers Park El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Southwest Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Reading Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
1/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 22-32% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19601
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Reading. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$179,000 – $216,000
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