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    • $160,000

    1040 Birch St, Reading, PA 19604

    3beds
    750sqft
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    $1,125/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $166,800 Zestimate®
    $213/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Outdoor areaThree off-street parking spacesTwo lots includedDining areaUpdated kitchenThree comfortable bedroomsNew updates throughout
    Updated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom semi-detached home offering an excellent investment opportunity! This property features new updates throughout while maintaining plenty of charm and character. The first floor offers a living room, dining area, updated kitchen and full bathroom. Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms. The property also includes three off-street parking spaces and an outdoor area. Even better, two lots are included for the price of one providing additional land and possibilities for the new owner. Currently tenant occupied, the property generates $1,250 per month in rental income, with the tenant responsible for all utilities. This is a great opportunity for an investor looking for an income-producing property with additional land and off-street parking. Property Highlights: * 3 Bedrooms * 1 Full Bathroom * New updates throughout * 3 off-street parking spaces * Two lots included for the price of one * Currently tenant occupied * $1,250/month rental income * Tenant pays all utilities * Great investment opportunity Don’t miss your chance to add this income-producing property to your portfolio!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Brianna Kaufman 484-926-1766,

    Pana Realty LLC 610-370-2226

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2076812MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 750
      • Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 750
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Off Street
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 13531746168052
      • Zoning: RES
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Mixed
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Reading
      • Municipality: READING CITY

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $213/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $38,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,773
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $166,800

        $152,000 - $183,000

        $1,297/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for sale$160,000+45.5%$213/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2076812 Report a problem
        10/15/2025Listing removed$1,250$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/23/2025Price change$1,250+4.2%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/21/2025Price change$1,200-7.7%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/20/2025Price change$1,300-7.1%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/9/2025Price change$1,400-6.7%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/3/2025Price change$1,500-6.3%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        8/25/2025Listed for rent$1,600+10.3%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        9/27/2024Sold$110,000-8.3%$147/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2045960 Report a problem
        9/9/2024Pending sale$119,900$160/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2045960 Report a problem
        7/18/2024Listed for sale$119,900+531.1%$160/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PABK2045960 Report a problem
        5/12/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        5/2/2023Listed for rent$1,450$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        7/31/2020Sold$19,000$25/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,731 +1.5%$38,400
        2024$1,705 +1.6%$38,400
        2023$1,679 $38,400
        2022$1,679 $38,400
        2021$1,679 +1%$38,400
        2020$1,662 $38,400
        2019$1,662 $38,400
        2018$1,662 +0.7%$38,400
        2017$1,651 +75%$38,400
        2016$943 +8.7%$38,400
        2015$868 $38,400
        2014-- $38,400
        2013-- $38,400
        2012-- $38,400
        2011-- $38,400
        2010-- $38,400
        2009-- $38,400
        2008-- $38,400
        2007-- $38,400
        2006-- $38,400
        2005-- $38,400
        2004-- $38,400
        2003-- $38,400
        2002-- $38,400
        2000-- $38,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19604

        Getting around

        76 / 100
        Very Walkable
        41 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Reading

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