OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2024 for $202K

$261,892

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,655/mo

•

1,626

sq ft

1517 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 19606

About this home

This charming Cape Cod style home, nestled amongst the trees in Lower Alsace Township, was completely redone in 2019. An inviting front porch with ample room for your outdoor furniture, leads into a beautiful kitchen complete with Stainless Steel Appliances. Rounding out the first floor is a comfortable living room, two nice size bedrooms and a half bath. Upstairs you will find an enormous bedroom as well as a full bathroom. And not to forget, adding to the charm of the second floor bedroom is a beautiful exposed brick chimney. Guard Home Warranty included with any full price offer. Quick possession possible. Please note, this property is in a flood zone, and current owner pays approximately $915.00 /yr. for Flood Insurance through Neptune Residential Flood.

Single-familyProperty Type

1922Year Built

8,276 sq ftLot Size

$161Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Terry Imschweiler • United Real Estate Strive 212

•610-372-0212 (broker)

•urestrive212@gmail.com (broker)

Listed by Ron Samsel • United Real Estate Strive 212

•610-372-0212 (broker)

•urestrive212@gmail.com (broker)

Bought with Tanja Weller • Realty One Group Alliance

•610-484-8663 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK2044246

Redfin Estimate

$261,892

$60K since sold in July 2024$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 6.9% lower than the average sale price ($281K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 30, 2026
$315,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,602 sq ft
12 Heidelberg Ave, Reading, PA 19606
SOLD JAN 8, 2026
$230,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,560 sq ft
101 Myrtle Ave, Reading, PA 19606
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$242,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,550 sq ft
1425 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 19606
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$330,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,800 sq ft
223 Mayer St, Reading, PA 19606
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$305,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,650 sq ft
103 N 27th St, Reading, PA 19606
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$265,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,498 sq ft
2826 Filbert Ave, Reading, PA 19606

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Market trends in 19606, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$300K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

11d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

140

9 MoM

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$169,900
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612 S 19th St, Reading, PA 19606
(610) 670-2770
$249,900
3 beds2.5 baths2,352 sq ft
35-1 Mount Pine Ter, Reading, PA 19606
(610) 898-1441
$200,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,378 sq ft
28-3 Wister Way, Reading, PA 19606
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$174,900
4 beds1 bath838 sq ft
1551 Cotton St, Reading, PA 19606
(484) 450-8771
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3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft
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$90,000
2 beds2 baths1,120 sq ft
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4 beds1.5 baths2,528 sq ft
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Sale history for 1517 Friedensburg Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PABK2044246

Jul 10, 2024

Sold

$202,000

$124/sq ft

Jun 9, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 7, 2024

Listed

$190,000

$117/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK346610

Sep 30, 2019

Sold

$109,900

$68/sq ft

Aug 28, 2019

Pending

—

Aug 19, 2019

Listed

$109,900

$68/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,551 (+1.5%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2025

$2,514 (+4.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2024

$2,412 (+3.5%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2023

$2,331 (+3.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2022

$2,257 (+2.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2021

$2,209 (+2.8%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2020

$2,148 (+3.2%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2019

$2,080 (+1.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2018

$2,059 (+3.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2017

$1,997 (+6.8%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2015

$1,870 (+3.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2014

$1,804 (+1.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2013

$1,773 (+2.6%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2012

$1,728 (+1.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2011

$1,705 (+1.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2010

$1,677

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

Tax history for 1517 Friedensburg Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,551 (+1.5%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2025

$2,514 (+4.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2024

$2,412 (+3.5%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2023

$2,331 (+3.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2022

$2,257 (+2.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2021

$2,209 (+2.8%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2020

$2,148 (+3.2%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2019

$2,080 (+1.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2018

$2,059 (+3.1%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2017

$1,997 (+6.8%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2015

$1,870 (+3.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2014

$1,804 (+1.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2013

$1,773 (+2.6%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2012

$1,728 (+1.3%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2011

$1,705 (+1.7%)

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

2010

$1,677

$24,600 + $12,500

$37,100

*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

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

676

Year built

1922

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

23532710456885

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

R-4

CARSONIA AVENUE OVERLAY

High Density Residential District

The R-4 Zoning District generally contains areas with developments containing medium to high density residential uses. The purpose of the R-5 Zoning District is as follows: To maintain the integrity of existing residential neighborhoods and allow consistent development of undeveloped parcels of land.; To accommodate high density residential development upon lands best-suited for suburban uses.; To efficiently utilize the existing infrastructure and community facilities.

Zone overlays

Carsonia Avenue Overlay District

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Public service
Recreation

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Off Street - # of Spaces: 2
Alley, Off Street

Interior

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

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated
Interior Features: Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Basement, Has Laundry

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full

Exterior

Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Federal Flood Zone: AE
Irrigation Water Rights
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $12,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2019

Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized

Exterior Information
Sidewalks

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $24,600

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,626
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

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

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $284
Tax Assessed Value: $37,100
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $2,368

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
90% Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

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

Location Information
Cross Street: Carsonia Ave
Directions: Use GPS for best results.
Municipality: LOWER ALSACE TWP

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 676
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 23532710456885

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Kerry C. Hoffman Intermediate School

Public 4-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

4/10

Antietam Middle School/High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 67-74% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Reading, PA • 19606

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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

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Estimated sale price

$249,000 – $302,000

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Home values near 1517 Friedensburg Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1531 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 572 Sq. Ft.	$153,613
1518 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2608 Sq. Ft.	$296,163

Address	Redfin Estimate
1529 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1415 Sq. Ft.	$230,466
1501 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$178,814

Address	Redfin Estimate
1509 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1328 Sq. Ft.	$255,689
1507 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2432 Sq. Ft.	$291,909

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