For sale

Price cut: $9.1K (6/24)

$189,900

121 W Elm St, Reading, PA 19601

4beds

1,497sqft

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Townhouse

Built in 1905

1,742 Square Feet Lot

$187,500 Zestimate^®

$127/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath gem on the highly desirable northwest side of town. Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, creating the perfect blend of modern style and everyday comfort. Simply move in and start enjoying all the work that has already been done for you. The bright and inviting interior features updated finishes throughout, spacious living areas, and a functional layout designed for today's lifestyle. Whether you are hosting family and friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this property offers the space and convenience you have been looking for. Ideally located just minutes from grocery stores, the hospital, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes, this home combines turnkey living with an unbeatable location. Opportunities like this do not come along often. Schedule your showing today and see everything this exceptional home has to offer.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,497
Total interior livable area: 1,497 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,497
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Three
Stories: 3
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,742 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 06530773514843
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Brick/Mortar

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1905

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: $127/sqft
Tax assessed value: $22,400
Annual tax amount: $1,034
Date on market: 6/2/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$187,500

$178,000 - $197,000

$1,865/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/24/2026	Price change	$189,900-4.6%$127/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2073000 Report a problem
6/3/2026	Listed for sale	$199,000+729.2%$133/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2073000 Report a problem
9/16/2022	Sold	$24,000-3.6%$16/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/29/2016	Listing removed	$24,900$17/sqft
Source: Stout Associates Realtors #6826413 Report a problem
7/12/2016	Listed for sale	$24,900-28.7%$17/sqft
Source: Stout Associates Realtors #6826413 Report a problem
5/7/2015	Listing removed	$700
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
4/25/2015	Listed for rent	$700
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
4/9/2015	Listing removed	$34,900$23/sqft
Source: Stout Associates Realtors #6485114 Report a problem
1/23/2015	Price change	$34,900-12.5%$23/sqft
Source: Stout Associates Realtors #6485114 Report a problem
11/13/2014	Listed for sale	$39,900+33.4%$27/sqft
Source: Stout Associates Realtors #6485114 Report a problem
4/24/2012	Listing removed	$29,900$20/sqft
Source: RE/MAX of Reading #6033691 Report a problem
4/5/2012	Listed for sale	$29,900$20/sqft
Source: RE/MAX OF READING #6033691 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,010 +1.5%	$22,400
2024	$995 +1.6%	$22,400
2023	$979	$22,400
2022	$979	$22,400
2021	$979 +1%	$22,400
2020	$969	$22,400
2019	$969	$22,400
2018	$969 +0.7%	$22,400
2017	$963 +75%	$22,400
2016	$550 +8.7%	$22,400
2015	$506	$22,400
2014	--	$22,400
2013	--	$22,400
2012	--	$22,400
2011	--	$22,400
2010	--	$22,400
2009	--	$22,400
2008	--	$22,400
2007	--	$22,400
2006	--	$22,400
2005	--	$22,400
2004	--	$22,400
2003	--	$22,400
2002	--	$22,400

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