Welcome to 817 Philadelphia Ave this cozy 2 bedroom 1 bath home is awaiting new owners. It has a large screened in front porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors, while staying protected from the elements. The large fenced in back yard provides an ideal space for gardening, entertaining, or simply unwinding in privacy. The home features a newer AC unit, keeping this home nice and cool. It's location is incredibly convenient situated just moments away from schools and shopping centers, and local parks, offering both a peaceful retreat and easy access to essential amenities. Check back professional pictures to follow , and showings begin February 8th.
Sold for $195,000
$195,000
817 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA 19607
2beds
800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$207,300 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$1,800 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,300
$191,000 - $224,000
$1,800/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 02, 2025 at 05:09pm
Listed by:
Melinda Bates 484-795-4319,
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Bought with:
Margie DeJesus, RS311487
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2052664
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Heating
- Heat Pump, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 800
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 9,147 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 39530510466458
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: Cumru Township
- Municipality: CUMRU TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2025 | Sold | $195,000-2.5%$244/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Pending sale | $200,000$250/sqft |
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| 4/4/2025 | Listing removed | $200,000$250/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Price change | $200,000-7%$250/sqft |
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| 3/9/2025 | Price change | $215,000-12.2%$269/sqft |
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| 2/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000+70.1%$306/sqft |
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| 10/28/2020 | Sold | $144,000$180/sqft |
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| 8/10/2020 | Pending sale | $144,000+0.8%$180/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Reading #PABK361830 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $142,900+30%$179/sqft |
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| 8/27/2015 | Sold | $109,900$137/sqft |
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| 6/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $109,900+4.7%$137/sqft |
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| 10/20/2014 | Listing removed | $105,000$131/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Price change | $105,000-4.5%$131/sqft |
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| 6/27/2014 | Price change | $109,900-4.4%$137/sqft |
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| 4/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $114,900-4.2%$144/sqft |
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| 11/18/2013 | Listing removed | $119,900$150/sqft |
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| 8/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $119,900+9.1%$150/sqft |
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| 7/7/2009 | Sold | $109,900-1.9%$137/sqft |
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| 6/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $112,000+1.9%$140/sqft |
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| 6/1/2009 | Listing removed | $109,900$137/sqft |
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| 5/18/2009 | Price change | $109,900-1.9%$137/sqft |
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| 3/29/2009 | Listed for sale | $112,000$140/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,290 +3.2% | $69,300 |
| 2024 | $3,188 +2.9% | $69,300 |
| 2023 | $3,099 +2.6% | $69,300 |
| 2022 | $3,022 +2% | $69,300 |
| 2021 | $2,962 | $69,300 |
| 2020 | $2,962 +1.2% | $69,300 |
| 2019 | $2,926 +1.8% | $69,300 |
| 2018 | $2,873 +2% | $69,300 |
| 2017 | $2,817 +162.7% | $69,300 |
| 2016 | $1,072 | $69,300 |
| 2015 | $1,072 | $69,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $69,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $69,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $69,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $69,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $69,300 -7.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $74,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $74,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Governor Mifflin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Governor Mifflin Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Governor Mifflin
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19607
- 817 Philadelphia Ave