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Off Market Jul 2019 for $150K

$315,491

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,192/mo

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2 ba

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1,458

sq ft

516 Mercer St, Reading, PA 19601

About this home

Well-maintained all brick cape cod on corner lot in very nice subdivision, convenient to major roadways. Very spacious living room with decorative moldings and brick gas fireplace. Dining room features chair rail, crown molding with space for family eating or special occasions. Yes, there are hardwood floors under first floor carpeting! Nearby is cozy kitchen featuring electric range, dishwasher and side door access to patio and lovely courtyard. Two bedrooms, full bath and storage areas complete first floor. The walk-up attic could be easily converted into two bedrooms, while the walk-up space over the garage accessed from inside could be another finished room. The side-entry single car attached garage has a new opener with a nearby covered porch with flagstone floor for times of quiet relaxation. The full, unfinished basement has second bath and large storage closets. The roof is newer with copper spouting, plus replacement windows and three new exterior doors. Gas heater, gas water heater, central air and water treatment system, too! It~s really all here for you! Nice, nice home with potential expansion, if desired~but move-in ready today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1945Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Susan DiGuglielmo • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

Bought with Tricia Mountz Bubel • RE/MAX Of Reading

•610-670-2770 (broker)

•info@goberkscounty.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK340578

Redfin Estimate

$315,491

$165K since sold in July 2019$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 7.1% higher than the average sale price ($295K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$260,000
A
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SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$300,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,488 sq ft
514 Curtis Ave, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$318,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,306 sq ft
334 Ernst Rd, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD NOV 6, 2025
$315,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,411 sq ft
117 Blair Ave, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$297,200
E
3 beds1 bath1,210 sq ft
2120 Peters Rd, Reading, PA 19601
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$278,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,142 sq ft
2121 Peters Rd, Reading, PA 19601

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$1,558/mo

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Market trends in 19601, PA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$212K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

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$350,000
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$299,000
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109 Douglass St, Reading, PA 19601
(484) 450-8771
$169,900
4 beds1 bath996 sq ft
414 Rosenthal St, Reading, PA 19601
(610) 985-0224
$200,000
5 beds1.5 baths1,751 sq ft
559 N Front St, Reading, PA 19601
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$209,900
5 beds1.5 baths1,577 sq ft
1031 Madison Ave, Reading, PA 19601
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COMING SOON
$280,000
5 beds2.5 baths2,169 sq ft
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COMING SOON
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Sale history for 516 Mercer St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,251 (+2.4%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2025

$4,151 (+1.5%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2024

$4,090 (+1.6%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2023

$4,026

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2022

$4,026

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2021

$4,026 (+1.0%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2020

$3,986

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2019

$3,986

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2018

$3,986 (+0.7%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2017

$3,959 (+6.2%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2015

$3,727 (+1.2%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2014

$3,682

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2013

$3,682 (+6.0%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2012

$3,475

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2011

$3,475 (+6.8%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2010

$3,255

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

Tax history for 516 Mercer St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,251 (+2.4%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2025

$4,151 (+1.5%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2024

$4,090 (+1.6%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2023

$4,026

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2022

$4,026

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2021

$4,026 (+1.0%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2020

$3,986

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2019

$3,986

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2018

$3,986 (+0.7%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2017

$3,959 (+6.2%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2015

$3,727 (+1.2%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2014

$3,682

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2013

$3,682 (+6.0%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2012

$3,475

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2011

$3,475 (+6.8%)

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

2010

$3,255

$31,500 + $60,600

$92,100

*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

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,458

Year built

1945

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

19530730184700

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

R-1

Residential District

The R-1 Districts preserve and enhance low-density areas composed of one-family detached dwellings on relatively large lots. The R-2 Medium Density District provides a variety of one-family detached, semidetached and attached dwellings. The R-3 District allows the highest residential densities and permits multifamily apartments.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Door Features: Insulated
Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
Interior Features: Attic, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Water Treat System
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Attic, Master Bathroom
Laundry Type: Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $60,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Replacement

Exterior Information
Sidewalks

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $31,500

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,458
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: $1,629
County Tax: $705
School Tax: $1,651
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $92,100
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $3,986

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Hot Water
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: Rt 183 N to right Mercer. house on corner Mercer & Snyder
Municipality: READING CITY
Road Responsibility: City/County

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,458
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 19530730184700

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

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Schools

Glenside El School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi

4/10

Northwest Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

3/10

Reading Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

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

7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

17% 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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Reading, PA • 19601

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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

$300,000 – $363,000

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Home values near 516 Mercer St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
608 Mercer Street, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1509 Sq. Ft.	$302,609
510 Mercer Street, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2142 Sq. Ft.	$326,453

Address	Redfin Estimate
612 Mercer Street, Reading, PA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1527 Sq. Ft.	$286,817
1531 Snyder Street, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$300,291

Address	Redfin Estimate
616 Mercer Street, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1431 Sq. Ft.	$332,315
1546 Schuylkill Avenue, Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2266 Sq. Ft.	$333,949

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