Backup offers
$3,622 Closing Credit¹
#PABK2057992, Deborah Kenney Harvey, Listing office: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville
$300,000 List price
816 Margaret St Reading, PA 19611
$3,563
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,712 sqft
0.1 acres
$175 / sqft
House
Property details
About 816 Margaret St
Welcome to this well-maintained Cape Cod home offering comfort, space, and convenience. Step inside to a spacious formal living room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, which opens to a generous family room and dining area—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, you’ll find a convenient half bath, laundry room, and an attached storage room (formerly the garage) providing extra versatility. Upstairs features two nicely sized bedrooms, a full hall bathroom, and a large walk-in closet offering ample storage. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard complete with a storage shed—perfect for gardening tools or seasonal items. Private driveway parking is available, along with additional off-street options. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street with minimal through traffic, this home is ideally located within walking distance to West Reading Pickleball, the West Reading Playground Program, and the West Reading Pool—one of Berks County’s largest municipal pools. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this delightful home yours! Pool is not included. Buyer to confirm all measurements and info provided for accuracy
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,712 sqft
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1948
ParkingDriveway,On Street
MLS #PABK2058322
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: No
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Driveway,On Street
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $300,000
- Price/SqFt: $175
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,255
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Front Yard, Back Yard
- Directions: Get on US-422 W, Follow US-422 W to Reading. Take the US-222 BUS exit from US-422 W, Turn left onto US-222 BUS S/Lancaster Ave, Turn right onto Kenhorst Blvd ,Turn right onto E Wyomissing Blvd, Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Margaret St
- Year Built: 1948
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,712 SqFt
- Municipality: Reading City
- Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
- MLS Number: PABK2058322
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Realty One Group Restore - Collegeville
- Office Phone: (215) 828-5330
- Office Email: lmuscella@rogrestore.com
- Listing Agent: Kelly Eason Corda
- Agent Phone: (484) 919-0681
- Agent Email: kellycordateam@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2014 | Home Sold | $144,900 |
| Jul 31, 2014 | Home Sold | $144,000 |
| Aug 04, 2008 | Home Sold | $138,000 |
| Jul 09, 2003 | Home Sold | $71,500 |
| May 30, 2003 | Home Sold | $55,500 |
| Mar 03, 1995 | Home Sold | $65,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $85,200 | $2,255 |
| 2023 | $85,200 | $3,724 |
| 2022 | $85,200 | $3,724 |
| 2021 | $85,200 | $3,724 |
| 2020 | $85,200 | $3,687 |
| 2019 | $85,200 | $3,687 |
| 2018 | $85,200 | $3,687 |
| 2017 | $85,200 | $3,662 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
West Reading Elementary Center
Public District 5-6
0.9 mi
•421 Chestnut St
5
Millmont Elementary School
Public District PK-4
1.1 mi
•400 Summit Ave
2
Tyson-Schoener Elementary School
Public District PK-4
1.4 mi
•315 S 5th 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 $15,444. The most common annual income of people living in Reading, PA is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, with kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
77%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
31%
Single, No Kids
52%
Single, with Kids
6%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
33%
<11 yrs old
15%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
22%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC- Pro Boxing
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Popeyes
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Dodge
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 816 Margaret St
The listing price of 816 Margaret St property is $300,000.
The property 816 Margaret St is a house located in Reading, Pennsylvania, 19611.
Active Listing: 816 Margaret St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 816 Margaret St are: West Reading Elementary Center (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Millmont Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tyson-Schoener Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Southwest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Governor Mifflin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Southern Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wyomissing Area Jr. / Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Governor Mifflin High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wilson High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,255 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 1, 2014 for $144,900 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 816 Margaret St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 816 Margaret St is 1,712 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 816 Margaret St is 1948.
This home is located at 816 Margaret St in Reading, PA and zip code 19611 in the Oakbrook / Wyomissing Park neighborhood. This 1,712 square foot home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $300,000.
In May 2025 in Reading, PA there were 87.3% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 39 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $286,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.