This is easy living! This spacious townhome requires very little outdoor maintenance, while still providing a great outdoor space. Enter through the front door off of the covered front porch into the generously sized living room. Continue on to the spacious 24 cabinet eat-in kitchen containing Whirlpool dishwasher and range. The kitchen provides access to the covered back patio and the flat, fenced-in backyard with garden boxes and one car garage for off-street parking. On the second floor you will be pleased to find three spacious bedrooms containing ceiling fans and ample closet space, and shared full bathroom with linen closet. High ceilings, replacement windows and brand new Frieze carpeting throughout, gas heat, and gas hot water are an added bonus. Located in the heart of Shillington, this home is close to shopping, all major highways, parks, community pool, and Governor Mifflin Schools. Don't forget that you will have a great front row seat for the Greater Governor Mifflin Community Days fireworks! Call today for your private showing of this spacious town home before you miss your chance!
TREND #6436912
Nov 14, 2014
Sold
$29,900
$22/sq ft
Nov 13, 2014
Pending
—
Nov 12, 2014
Sold
$29,900
$22/sq ft
Nov 4, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 30, 2014
Delisted
—
Oct 21, 2014
Price Changed
$35,000
$26/sq ft
Oct 9, 2014
Price Changed
$44,900
$33/sq ft
Sep 9, 2014
Price Changed
$47,400
$35/sq ft
Aug 6, 2014
Listed
$50,000
$37/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003036600
Nov 14, 2014
Sold
$29,900
$22/sq ft
Oct 24, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 2014
Listed
$35,000
$26/sq ft
+5
BRIGHT MLS #1009778540
Feb 4, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2013
Listed
$59,000
$43/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009727898
Sep 3, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 31, 2013
Listed
$65,000
$48/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008647000
Feb 18, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Nov 12, 2008
Listed
$105,000
$77/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK300700
Jan 3, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 15, 2007
Listed
$114,900
$84/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PABK299466
Feb 6, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2006
Listed
$114,900
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1995
Sold
$68,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,058
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2025
$3,058 (+4.6%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2024
$2,922 (+2.7%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2023
$2,846 (+1.1%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2022
$2,814 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2021
$2,782
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2020
$2,782 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2019
$2,750 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2018
$2,718 (+1.9%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2017
$2,667 (+6.0%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2015
$2,516 (+4.5%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2014
$2,408 (+2.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2013
$2,356 (+3.5%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2012
$2,277 (+1.4%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2011
$2,245 (+3.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2010
$2,175
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
Tax history for 126 Philadelphia Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,058
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2025
$3,058 (+4.6%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2024
$2,922 (+2.7%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2023
$2,846 (+1.1%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2022
$2,814 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2021
$2,782
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2020
$2,782 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2019
$2,750 (+1.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2018
$2,718 (+1.9%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2017
$2,667 (+6.0%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2015
$2,516 (+4.5%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2014
$2,408 (+2.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2013
$2,356 (+3.5%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2012
$2,277 (+1.4%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2011
$2,245 (+3.2%)
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
2010
$2,175
$27,000 + $37,100
$64,100
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,360
Year built
1890
Style
Townhouse
County
Berks County
APN
77439508777775
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R-3
Residence District
It is the purpose of this district to provide for residential development of the type and at the density of development similar to what now exists.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage
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: Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $37,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Window Features: Replacement
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $27,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,360
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $458
County Tax: $491
School Tax: $1,833
Tax Assessed Value: $64,100
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $2,782
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: FRANLIN
Directions: GPS
Municipality: SHILLINGTON BORO
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,360
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 77439508777775
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cumru El School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, PA • 19607
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47
54
39
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$205,000 – $249,000
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