OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2020 for $99K

$186,792

•

1,594

sq ft

1216 Locust St, Reading, PA 19604

About this home

Spacious well maintained and updated brick row in an excellent NE Reading neighborhood located directly across from the 12th & Marion Elementary School and within walking distance to all the schools from K-12 plus Albright College. The main level consists of a large living room with new laminate floor and ornamental fireplace, a formal dining room with new laminate floor, a large, new 23 handle modern kitchen with double sink, built-in microwave, electric range & refrigerator, convenient 1st floor laundry completes the main level. Level 2 has 3 spacious BRS all with new carpeting and a nice full bath. Level 3 has 2 more nice sized BRS both with new carpeting. The basement is clean and dry and has a tiled stall shower and outside exit. Many updates include a gas boiler with summer/winter hookup for hot water, 100 AMP electric service & breaker panel, replacement windows, recoated metal roofs, covered front cement porch, nice rear yard with built-in block shed, nice decor throughout. Probably the nicest home under 100k on the market in Reading. Will not last very long!

TownhomeProperty Type

1905Year Built

1,307 sq ftLot Size

$117Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jose Candelaria • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Bought with Jose Candelaria • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK364124

Redfin Estimate

$186,792

$88K since sold in November 2020$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 3.2% lower than the average sale price ($193K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$205,000
A
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SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$230,000
B
5 beds1 bath1,325 sq ft
1557 N 10th St, Reading, PA 19604
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$200,000
C
5 beds1 bath1,617 sq ft
1037 Madison Ave, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$208,000
D
5 beds1 bath1,547 sq ft
1042 Church St, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$210,000
E
5 beds1 bath1,850 sq ft
1337 N 11th St, Reading, PA 19604
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$105,000
F
5 beds1 bath1,608 sq ft
826 Pear St, Reading, PA 19601

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Market trends in 19604, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$188K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

2 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 1216 Locust St

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PABK364124

Nov 6, 2020

Sold

$99,000

$62/sq ft

Sep 21, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Sep 21, 2020

Listed

$99,000

$62/sq ft

TREND #6549917

Sep 25, 2015

Sold

$35,000

$22/sq ft

Aug 26, 2015

Pending

—

Jun 17, 2015

Price Changed

$49,900

$31/sq ft

Apr 9, 2015

Listed

$59,900

$38/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1002570908

Sep 25, 2015

Sold

$35,000

$22/sq ft

Aug 26, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Apr 8, 2015

Listed

$49,900

$31/sq ft

Rare large City row on a very nice street next to the 12th & Marion Elementary School. Family owned & occupied for many decades! Spacious formal living & dining rooms. Large eat-in kitchen. Convenient 1st floor laundry. 5 BRS. Modern mechanicals. Hardwood floors under the carpets. Fenced yard with storage garage/workshop. Covered front porch. Could use some cosmetic updating but overall a solid well maintained home with good bones.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,509 (+2.4%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2025

$1,474 (+1.5%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2024

$1,452 (+1.6%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2023

$1,430

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2022

$1,430

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2021

$1,430 (+1.0%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2020

$1,415

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2019

$1,415

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2018

$1,415 (+0.7%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2017

$1,405 (−10.5%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2015

$1,570 (+1.2%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2014

$1,551

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2013

$1,551 (+6.0%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2012

$1,464

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2011

$1,464 (+6.8%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2010

$1,371

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

Tax history for 1216 Locust St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,509 (+2.4%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2025

$1,474 (+1.5%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2024

$1,452 (+1.6%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2023

$1,430

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2022

$1,430

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2021

$1,430 (+1.0%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2020

$1,415

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2019

$1,415

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2018

$1,415 (+0.7%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2017

$1,405 (−10.5%)

$14,700 + $18,000

$32,700

2015

$1,570 (+1.2%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2014

$1,551

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2013

$1,551 (+6.0%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2012

$1,464

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2011

$1,464 (+6.8%)

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

2010

$1,371

$15,000 + $23,800

$38,800

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1,307 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,594

Year built

1905

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

17531738163919

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
On Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Vinyl
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Non-Functioning, Stone

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Drain, Interior Access, Outside Entrance

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $18,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2020

Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 4
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Metal
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Window Features: Double Pane, Replacement, Screens
Other Structures: Shed
Building Not Winterized

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Satellite Dish, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $14,700

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,594
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $578
County Tax: $250
School Tax: $586
Tax Assessed Value: $32,700
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $1,415

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: S/W Changeover, Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Above Ground, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes

Location

School Information
School District Name: READING
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Cross Street: Marion
Directions: N. 11th to right on Marion and left on Locust to property on left
Municipality: READING CITY

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,594
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 17531738163919

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 • 0.5mi

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

8 days above 100° expected this year, 17 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

$178,000 – $215,000

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Home values near 1216 Locust St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1226 Locust St, Reading, PA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1604 Sq. Ft.	$162,477
1232 Locust St, Reading, PA 5 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1646 Sq. Ft.	$243,798

Address	Redfin Estimate
1228 Locust St, Reading, PA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1456 Sq. Ft.	$183,503
1218 Locust St, Reading, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1364 Sq. Ft.	$206,211

Address	Redfin Estimate
1230 Locust St, Reading, PA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1482 Sq. Ft.	$168,443
1220 Locust St, Reading, PA 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1414 Sq. Ft.	$150,001

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