6 days on Rocket
$2,077 Closing Credit¹
#PABK2058894, Marisol Lynn Torres, Listing office: Ramus Realty Group
$160,000 List price
537 Birch St Reading, PA 19604
$1,900
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
886 sqft
0.03 acres
$181 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 537 Birch St
Investor Special in Reading! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath brick rowhome offers strong rental potential or a solid fix-and-flip opportunity. Featuring a spacious layout with a covered front porch and a private backyard, it’s ready for your vision. Property is being sold as-is, Buyer will be responsible for any inspections or repairs. Priced to sell—don’t miss your chance to add value and build equity in a growing market right in the heart of Reading, PA.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size886 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PABK2059232
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
- List Price: $160,000
- Price/SqFt: $180
- Annual Tax Amount: $714
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From Route 422, take the exit for Perkiomen Avenue/PA-562. Turn left onto Birch Street—property is located on the right between South 6th and South 7th Streets.
- Year Built: 1905
- Living Area: 886 SqFt
- Municipality: Reading City
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PABK2059232
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (610) 373-9900
- Listing Agent: Gary S Linares Jr.
- Agent Phone: (610) 780-9679
- Agent Email: garylinares226@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2024 | Home Sold | $126,000 |
| Oct 24, 2019 | Home Sold | $44,000 |
| Aug 30, 2011 | Home Sold | $13,000 |
| Sep 05, 2007 | Home Sold | $34,534 |
| Dec 07, 2006 | Home Sold | $25,000 |
| May 23, 2000 | Home Sold | $31,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27,000 | $714 |
| 2023 | $27,000 | $1,180 |
| 2022 | $27,000 | $1,180 |
| 2021 | $27,000 | $1,180 |
| 2020 | $27,000 | $1,168 |
| 2019 | $27,000 | $1,168 |
| 2018 | $27,000 | $1,168 |
| 2017 | $27,000 | $1,160 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
13th and Green Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.1 mi
•501 N 13th St
4
10th and Green Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.3 mi
•400 N 10th St
4
10th and Penn Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.6 mi
•955 Penn St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,364. Typical income of Reading, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, with kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
28%
Single, No Kids
39%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
27%
<11 yrs old
14%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Basketball
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Ross Dress For Less
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Jasons Deli
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Acura
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 537 Birch St
The listing price of 537 Birch St property is $160,000.
The property 537 Birch St is a townhouse located in Reading, Pennsylvania, 19604.
Active Listing: 537 Birch St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 537 Birch St are: 13th and Green Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 10th and Green Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 10th and Penn Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northwest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southern Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Reading Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Antietam Middle Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Exeter Township Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $714 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 29, 2024 for $126,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 537 Birch St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 537 Birch St is 886 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 537 Birch St is 1905.
This home is located at 537 Birch St in Reading, PA and zip code 19604 in the Outlet District neighborhood. This 886 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $160,000.
Between April and May 2025, Reading, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 87.3%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $286,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 39 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.