Welcome to 1242 Muhlenberg Street, Reading, PA 19602! This affordably priced home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers and investors alike. Offering 3 bedrooms, a finished attic for additional living space, a modern kitchen, extra space in the basement, and a nice backyard, this home provides the flexibility and features buyers are looking for. Whether you're searching for your first home or looking to add to your investment portfolio, this property offers excellent value in today's market. Home values in the Reading area have shown steady appreciation over the past year, making this a great opportunity to own in a growing market. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, parks, and major roadways, this home combines affordability, functionality, and long-term potential. Don't miss your chance to see everything 1242 Muhlenberg Street has to offer. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$169,000
1242 Muhlenberg St, Reading, PA 19602
4beds
1,282sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$168,400 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Nice backyardModern kitchen
- 39 days |
- 305 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jose Guzman 610-656-4348,
Realty One Group Alliance 6104848663
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2075246
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,282
- Total interior livable area: 1,282 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,282
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,306 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10531630189150
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
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: $132/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $19,000
- Annual tax amount: $856
- Date on market: 7/18/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$168,400
$160,000 - $177,000
$1,489/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
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| 7/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000+41%$132/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2075246 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $1,550-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,600+18.5%$1/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $119,900+36.3%$94/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2065898 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $88,000+54.4%$69/sqft |
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| 11/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,350-3.2%$1/sqft |
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| 3/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/9/2023 | Price change | $1,395-5.4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/7/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,475$1/sqft |
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| 12/28/2021 | Sold | $57,000+3.8%$44/sqft |
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| 12/27/2021 | Pending sale | $54,900$43/sqft |
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| 12/18/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $54,900+167.8%$43/sqft |
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| 3/29/2006 | Sold | $20,500$16/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $856 +1.5% | $19,000 |
| 2024 | $844 +1.6% | $19,000 |
| 2023 | $831 | $19,000 |
| 2022 | $831 | $19,000 |
| 2021 | $831 +1% | $19,000 |
| 2020 | $822 +141.4% | $19,000 |
| 2019 | $341 | $19,000 |
| 2018 | $341 -58.3% | $19,000 |
| 2017 | $817 +139.8% | $19,000 |
| 2016 | $341 -20.7% | $19,000 |
| 2015 | $429 | $19,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $19,000 -31.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $27,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $27,700 |
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Neighborhood: 19602
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Amanda E Stout Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Southern Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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