District 7, located between Penn Street and the Schuylkill River, is a residential and civic Reading neighborhood with rowhouse blocks and river-edge green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Penn Street at 5th Street, where corner storefronts, small eateries, and everyday services set a steady street rhythm. Brick facades and tight-grain blocks give the area a classic city texture, with pocket parks and school grounds breaking up the grid. The Santander Performing Arts Center and GoggleWorks Center for the Arts anchor the cultural calendar nearby. Riverfront paths and open lawns at Riverfront Park add a quieter counterpoint to the downtown streetscape.
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Offer insights
416 Spring St · $245,000
$245K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $245K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
29 days
The average home goes pending in 9 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.7%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Unfinished basement
Multiple access exits (2+)
Bedrooms
Six bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on the main level)
Heating & cooling
Radiator heating
Natural gas hot water
Window air conditioning units (electric)
Exterior features
Not in a federal flood zone
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Home design
End of row / townhouse
Fee simple ownership
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Brick and mixed construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Finished above-grade area (2,444 sq ft)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Beautiful brownstone home featuring 5 bedrooms and generously sized rooms throughout. This impressive 3-story property offers solid bones and timeless character, just waiting for your personal cosmetic updates. Step inside through the two-door vestibule into a spacious living room highlighted by a decorative fireplace and a stunning ceiling detail. Pocket doors add charm and separation between the living room and formal dining room, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The kitchen showcases original cabinetry with great potential to be restored to its former beauty. A convenient toilet is located in the kitchen area (no sink currently installed). Additional features include hardwood floors needing some TLC, gas hot water heat, and gas hot water. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring new life to a classic home with character and space to spare.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,779 (+2.4%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2025
$2,713 (+1.5%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2024
$2,673 (+1.6%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2023
$2,632
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2022
$2,632
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2021
$2,632 (+1.0%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2020
$2,605
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2019
$2,605
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2018
$2,605 (+0.7%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2017
$2,588 (+6.2%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2015
$2,436 (+1.2%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2014
$2,407
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2013
$2,407 (+6.0%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2012
$2,271
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2011
$2,271 (+6.8%)
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
2010
$2,127
$9,600 + $50,600
$60,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
1
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,444
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,444
Year built
1912
Style
Townhouse
County
Berks County
APN
14530750754683
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
R-3
CENTRAL PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT
Residential District
The R-3 District allows the highest residential densities and permits multifamily apartments.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
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 • 19601
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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55
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27
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 416 Spring St
$242,839
$2,161 under list price of $245K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $200K to $245K.