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Sold for $180,000
  • $180,000

    1238 Eckert Ave, Reading, PA 19602

    5beds
    2,310sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    2,176 Square Feet Lot
    $182,100 Zestimate®
    $78/sqft
    $1,760 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $182,100

    $169,000 - $197,000

    $1,760/mo

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    What's special

    Investor Alert or Perfect for a Future Move-In! This spacious 5 bedroom, 1 bath townhome in Reading offers an excellent opportunity to add to your portfolio or secure a home with strong rental potential. The property is currently occupied by a reliable long-term tenant, providing immediate rental income from day one. Tenant wishes to stay, making this a turnkey investment. The main level features a comfortable living room that flows into a dedicated dining space, leading to a functional kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage. Upstairs offers five well-sized bedrooms, providing flexibility for families, or work-from-home setups. A full bath serves the upper level. This home is being sold AS-IS.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Christe Steinbrecher 484-401-4208,

    RE/MAX Ace Realty

    Bought with:

    Parul Khanna, 0225278607

    Daryl Tillman Realty Group

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2064602MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Lower Level
    Features
    • Butlers Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,310
    • Total interior livable area: 2,310 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,310
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 2,176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 136 x 16
    • Features: Flag Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 16531622294561
    • Zoning: R3
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Hessian Camp
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Reading
    • Municipality: READING CITY

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $78/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $44,600
    • Annual tax amount: $2,010
    • Date on market: 10/24/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA 203(b),Cash
    • Exclusions: Tenants' Personal Belongings. All Appliances Belong To The Tenant.
    • Ownership: Other

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/15/2026Listed for rent$600
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/10/2026Sold$180,000+0.1%$78/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    7/2/2026Pending sale$179,900$78/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    3/3/2026Price change$179,900-1.6%$78/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    1/10/2026Price change$182,900-2.7%$79/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    12/10/2025Price change$187,900-1.1%$81/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    10/24/2025Listed for sale$189,900+171.7%$82/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064602 Report a problem
    4/22/2014Listing removed$69,900$30/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Park Road #6319634 Report a problem
    12/24/2013Listed for sale$69,900+6254.5%$30/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Park Road #6319634 Report a problem
    5/15/2003Sold$1,100
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,010 +1.5%$44,600
    2024$1,980 +1.6%$44,600
    2023$1,950 $44,600
    2022$1,950 $44,600
    2021$1,950 +1%$44,600
    2020$1,930 $44,600
    2019$1,930 $44,600
    2018$1,930 +0.7%$44,600
    2017$1,917 +75%$44,600
    2016$1,095 +8.7%$44,600
    2015$1,008 $44,600
    2014-- $44,600
    2013-- $44,600
    2012-- $44,600
    2011-- $44,600
    2010-- $44,600
    2009-- $44,600
    2008-- $44,600
    2007-- $44,600
    2006-- $44,600
    2005-- $44,600
    2004-- $44,600
    2003-- $44,600
    2002-- $44,600
    2000-- $44,600
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19602

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Reading Senior
    • District: Reading

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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