Welcome to 1147 Locust St, Reading! This property offers 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life. A true investor opportunity, this home has strong potential for renovation and value-add. Whether you’re looking for your next flip or a long-term rental.
TownhomeProperty Type
1900Year Built
1,306 sq ftLot Size
$174Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christopher Aguasanta Guzman• Realty One Group Alliance
•610-484-8663 (broker)
•nelsongamezrealtor@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with John Gantkowski• Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
General repair needed along with some cosmetic fixing. -Property is being sold "AS IS". NO sellers disclosure available. Corporate addenda will apply once offer is accepted. Utilities may or may not be functioning. Purchaser responsible for all Utilities for Inspections. All inspections are at the cost and responsibility of the Purchaser including any Use & Occupancy or township inspections. All offers must include Offer Summary Form, along with Proof of Funds/Financing and deposit. (Details on Website Below) 10% Earnest Deposit on all cash offers.
BRIGHT MLS #PABK286856
Jun 12, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Nov 9, 2007
Listed
$47,000
$42/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK290492
Nov 10, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2007
Listed
$58,900
$52/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2006
Sold
$50,000
$44/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK272510
May 6, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Dec 6, 2004
Listed
$54,900
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,509 (+2.4%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2025
$1,474 (+1.5%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2024
$1,452 (+1.6%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2023
$1,430
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2022
$1,430
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2021
$1,430 (+1.0%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2020
$1,415
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2019
$1,415
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2018
$1,415 (+0.7%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2017
$1,405 (+6.2%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2015
$1,323 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2014
$1,307
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2013
$1,307 (+6.0%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2012
$1,234
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2011
$1,234 (+6.8%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2010
$1,156
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
Tax history for 1147 Locust St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,509 (+2.4%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2025
$1,474 (+1.5%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2024
$1,452 (+1.6%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2023
$1,430
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2022
$1,430
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2021
$1,430 (+1.0%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2020
$1,415
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2019
$1,415
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2018
$1,415 (+0.7%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2017
$1,405 (+6.2%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2015
$1,323 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2014
$1,307
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2013
$1,307 (+6.0%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2012
$1,234
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2011
$1,234 (+6.8%)
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
2010
$1,156
$15,000 + $17,700
$32,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,307 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,126
Year built
1900
Style
Townhouse
County
Berks County
APN
13531738164652
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
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Improvement Assessed Value: $17,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $15,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,126
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $593
County Tax: $295
School Tax: $586
Tax Assessed Value: $32,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,474
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: READING
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: GPS friendly
Municipality: READING CITY
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,126
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 13531738164652
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Twelfth & Marion El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.1mi
5/10
Northeast Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
3/10
Reading Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19604
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$186,000 – $226,000
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