$164,900

1142 Birch St Reading, PA 19604

$1,958
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
924 sqft
0.03 acres
$178 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1142 Birch St

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the desirable Northeast section of Reading! Move-in ready, this home boasts brand-new windows that bring in abundant natural light, enhancing its fresh and modern appeal. The kitchen features a gas stove, perfect for those who love to cook. Home comes with stainless steel appliances. The clean and spacious basement offers endless possibilities—whether you envision extra storage, a home gym, or a finished entertainment space. Yard area has he possibility of off-street parking in the back. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this turnkey property in a convenient location. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size924 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1914
MLS #PABK2053522

Summary

  • MLS Number: PABK2053522
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (610) 373-9900
  • Listing Agent: Alexander E Jackson Sr.

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 19, 2019
Home Sold
$35,000
Aug 26, 2011
Home Sold
$15,500
Jan 05, 2001
Home Sold
$25,700

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$22,500$595
2023$22,500$983
2022$22,500$983
2021$22,500$983
2020$22,500$973
2019$22,500$973
2018$22,500$973
2017$22,500$967

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

12th and Marion Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.1 mi

1200 N 12th St

3

13th and Union Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.5 mi

1600 N 13th St

5

13th and Green Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.7 mi

501 N 13th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,823. Residents of Reading, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

53%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
33%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
13%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • BasketballBasketball
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Jasons DeliJasons Deli
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • AcuraAcura
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1142 Birch St

This home is located at 1142 Birch St in Reading, PA and zip code 19604 in the Northeast Reading neighborhood. This 924 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $164,900.

Over 40 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Reading, PA. In the same period over 46 listings were sold below the listed price and 23 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Reading, PA decreased by 9.2% between December and January 2025. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $250,083, while the average time on the real estate market was 23 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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