Opportunity knocks at 1209 Spring St! Located in Northeast Reading just steps from Reading High School, this spacious end-of-row home offers plenty of potential for both homeowners and investors. Featuring 3 private bedrooms and 1 full bath, the property boasts a wide layout, an oversized front porch, and a fully fenced, low-maintenance backyard with a concrete patio?perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step inside to a bright and airy living room filled with natural light, followed by a dedicated dining room and a kitchen ready for your personal touch and updates. Upstairs, you?ll find three generously sized bedrooms and the main bathroom. The front bedroom is especially impressive, showcasing large bay windows along with additional side windows that flood the space with natural light. The second bedroom is also spacious, featuring multiple windows for added brightness. The unfinished attic provides excellent potential for additional living space?ideal for a future bedroom, home office, or playroom. Whether you're looking to customize your next home or invest in a fix-and-rent or fix-and-flip opportunity, this property offers great upside. Schedule your showing today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
871 sq ftLot Size
$116Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Juan Cortes-Carreno• BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
•610-372-3200 (broker)
•leadcenter@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Pedro Estevez• Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Est. $1,400 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1209 Spring St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PABK2069852
May 21, 2026
Sold
$154,000
$116/sq ft
Apr 17, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 10, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Apr 7, 2026
Price Changed
$149,900
$113/sq ft
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$159,900
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,800 (+2.4%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2025
$1,758 (+1.5%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2024
$1,732 (+1.6%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2023
$1,705
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2022
$1,705
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2021
$1,705 (+1.0%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2020
$1,688
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2019
$1,688
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2018
$1,688 (+0.7%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2017
$1,676 (+6.2%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2015
$1,578 (+1.2%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2014
$1,559
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2013
$1,559 (+6.0%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2012
$1,471
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2011
$1,471 (+6.8%)
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
2010
$1,378
$9,600 + $29,400
$39,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
871 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,328
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Berks County
APN
13531746157786
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 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
Public
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Interior Features: Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Other
Improvement Assessed Value: $29,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Exterior Information
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $9,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,328
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $749
County Tax: $352
School Tax: $699
Tax Assessed Value: $39,000
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,800
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: READING
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Head toward N 8th St, Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N 8th St, Turn left onto Court St, Turn left onto N 9th St, Turn right onto Spring St, Destination will be on the left.
Municipality: READING CITY
Road Responsibility: City/County
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,328
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 871 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 13531746157786
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Northeast Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Reading Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
1/10
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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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
31
19
36
24
55
35
63
44
69
52
80
62
84
69
79
63
75
59
65
46
52
38
37
25
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$169,000 – $205,000
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