Welcome to 1231 Perry St, Reading, PA! This large and wonderful property offers 5 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, located in a great Northeast Reading location. Enjoy a spacious backyard, perfect for gatherings, pets, or future improvements. This home is a great fit for a first-time homebuyer ready to start building equity. Schedule your showing today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1925Year Built
1,306 sq ftLot Size
$124Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christopher Aguasanta Guzman• Realty One Group Alliance
•610-484-8663 (broker)
•nelsongamezrealtor@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Christopher Aguasanta Guzman• Realty One Group Alliance
Est. $1,633 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1231 Perry St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PABK2067610
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$205,000
$124/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 2, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 25, 2026
Price Changed
$204,900
$124/sq ft
Jan 27, 2026
Listed
$210,000
$127/sq ft
Jan 26, 2026
Coming Soon
$210,000
$127/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK346640
Nov 15, 2019
Sold
$77,000
$46/sq ft
Oct 16, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 28, 2019
Relisted
—
Aug 28, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 21, 2019
Listed
$74,900
$45/sq ft
+14
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BRIGHT MLS #1007773152
Jan 7, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Nov 16, 2018
Price Changed
$71,000
$43/sq ft
Nov 16, 2018
Relisted
—
Oct 2, 2018
Pending
—
Sep 30, 2018
Listed
$70,000
$42/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000255029
Apr 4, 2017
Listed
$72,000
$43/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007354226
Dec 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2014
Listed
$74,900
$45/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007237624
May 31, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2012
Listed
$68,900
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 9, 2008
Sold
$74,900
$45/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005756210
Jul 9, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 23, 2008
Listed
$74,900
$45/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 2005
Sold
$59,900
$36/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK139882
Jan 15, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2005
Listed
$59,900
$36/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK316424
Apr 18, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jun 6, 2002
Listed
$47,900
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 27, 2000
Sold
$17,500
$11/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK215804
Jul 30, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 20, 1999
Listed
$17,500
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,962 (+2.4%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2025
$1,916 (+1.5%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2024
$1,887 (+1.6%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2023
$1,858
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2022
$1,858
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2021
$1,858 (+1.0%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2020
$1,839
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2019
$1,839
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2018
$1,839 (+0.7%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2017
$1,827 (+6.2%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2015
$1,720 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2014
$1,699
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2013
$1,699 (+6.0%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2012
$1,603
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2011
$1,603 (+6.8%)
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
2010
$1,502
$15,000 + $27,500
$42,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
1
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,307 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,656
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
17531738179461
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: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 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: $27,500
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.: 1,656
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $770
County Tax: $383
School Tax: $762
Tax Assessed Value: $42,500
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,916
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: 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: 5
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,656
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 17531738179461
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 • 0.6mi
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)
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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.
9.1 hrs
3.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$225,000 – $272,000
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