Back on the Market due to Buyer's cold feet. Property was appraised at $240,000. This charming 3-bedroom brick Cape Cod-style home is waiting for you. 617 Harding Avenue is situated on a large, level, grassy, corner lot. Walk through the front door into the sunny living room. Here you will find a coat closet, a brick wood-burning fireplace, and a large picture window. Walk to the back of the house to find 2 large bedrooms with huge closets, and a full bathroom. The gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the entire first floor. The kitchen is on the left and has access to the side patio which is a perfect spot for your morning coffee. You will also find a bonus room with a half bath, perfect for a playroom, office, or exercise area. Upstairs is a large bedroom with a cedar closet and extra attic storage space. The basement has been partially finished with a full bathroom. Completed with a one-car garage. Close to major highways and shopping centers. Come and make this lovely house your next home. Welcome Home.
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,359
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berks County
APN
39530505197546
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2026.
HR
High Density Residential District
The HR Zoning District generally contains areas with developments containing medium to high density residential uses. The purpose of the HR Zoning District is as follows: To accommodate suburban and urban density residential development upon lands best-suited for such use as determined by the accessibility of public water supply and sewage disposal as well as access to arterial and collector roads.; To encourage development which could allow for the efficient utilization of municipal services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Recreation
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,359
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
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: crowder
Directions: 222 N from Reading, Turn left on New Holland Road (Rte 625), Right on Harding Avenue. Corner of Harding and Crowder
Municipality: CUMRU TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,359
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 39530505197546
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Governor Mifflin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% 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
15% 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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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.
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Estimated sale price
$296,000 – $358,000
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