For sale

$214,900

1405 N 5th St, Reading, PA 19601

2beds

1,176sqft

$1,559/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1929

2,178 Square Feet Lot

$211,100 Zestimate^®

$183/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

New windowsSeparate laundry roomFully remodeled kitchenLarge kitchen

Welcome to 1405 N 5th Street in Reading! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a spacious living room, a large kitchen, a separate laundry room, and a finished basement providing additional usable space. Extensive renovations were completed in 2017, including a fully remodeled kitchen and bathroom, new tile flooring throughout the main level, vinyl flooring on the upper level, new windows, and completely replaced electrical and plumbing systems. Additional improvements include a new rubber roof installed in 2023 and a new hot water heater in 2026. For added convenience, the property includes two rear off-street parking spaces. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, supermarkets, and other everyday amenities. With major improvements already completed, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those looking for a move-in-ready home. Schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
Basement: Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,176
Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,176
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway
Uncovered spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None
Fencing: Partial

Lot

Size: 2,178 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 14530735779955
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Rubber

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1929

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Water Available, Sewer Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reading
Municipality: READING CITY

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $183/sqft
Tax assessed value: $28,200
Annual tax amount: $1,312
Date on market: 10/14/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Inclusions: Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$211,100

$201,000 - $222,000

$1,287/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/31/2016	Sold	$25,000+1036.4%$21/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/19/2016	Sold	$2,200-91%$2/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/13/2016	Listed for sale	$24,500-5.4%$21/sqft
Source: Reading Realty Group #6826861 Report a problem
6/11/2016	Listing removed	--
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
5/13/2016	Listed for sale	--
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
6/4/2010	Sold	$25,900-7.6%$22/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/19/2006	Sold	$28,039$24/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,271 +1.5%	$28,200
2024	$1,252 +1.6%	$28,200
2023	$1,233	$28,200
2022	$1,233	$28,200
2021	$1,233 +1%	$28,200
2020	$1,220	$28,200
2019	$1,220	$28,200
2018	$1,220 +0.7%	$28,200
2017	$1,212 +29.9%	$28,200 -25.8%
2016	$933 +8.7%	$38,000
2015	$859	$38,000
2014	--	$38,000
2013	--	$38,000
2012	--	$38,000
2011	--	$38,000
2010	--	$38,000
2009	--	$38,000
2008	--	$38,000
2007	--	$38,000
2006	--	$38,000
2005	--	$38,000
2004	--	$38,000
2003	--	$38,000
2002	--	$38,000
2000	--	$38,000