Built in 1937 this stately all brick colonial has passed the test of time and still shines as a custom designed family styled home. Nestled on a corner lot with direct assess to Albright College, this home feels private and cozy even though it is among other homes. The traditional layout features a living room w/fire place, dining room and a cozy library w/fire place, boasting of original paneling from 1937. A side porch offers access to an inground pool and grilling area. Parking here is simple with an oversized 2 car garage, a 2 car carport and space for an additional car next to the carport. The custom kitchen, updated bathrooms and stylish decor will allow buyers to move right in without any fuss. The third floor offers a wonderful extra bedroom, perfect for your overnight guests or perhaps an adult child. The fully fenced yard provides security for your children and pets and is architecturally pleasing. Access to Rt 12, Rt 422 and the business campus area near Wyomissing is just minutes away. The sellers have lovingly cared for this majestic home.
For sale
$398,900
1600 N 12th St, Reading, PA 19604
4beds
2,921sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$396,100 Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days |
- 1,470 |
- 145 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Randall Weeber 610-603-2662,
RE/MAX Of Reading (610) 670-2770
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2075452
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Library, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Library
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 22
Recreation room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,921
- Total interior livable area: 2,921 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,271
- Finished area below ground: 650
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Driveway, Attached, Attached Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17531722195072
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: 24 Hour Security
- Subdivision: Northeast Reading
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $137/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,911
- Date on market: 8/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$396,100
$376,000 - $416,000
$2,247/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $398,900+90%$137/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2075452 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2007 | Sold | $210,000$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,796 +1.5% | $106,400 |
| 2024 | $4,725 +1.6% | $106,400 |
| 2023 | $4,651 | $106,400 |
| 2022 | $4,651 | $106,400 |
| 2021 | $4,651 +1% | $106,400 |
| 2020 | $4,605 | $106,400 |
| 2019 | $4,605 | $106,400 |
| 2018 | $4,605 +0.7% | $106,400 |
| 2017 | $4,574 +75% | $106,400 |
| 2016 | $2,613 +8.7% | $106,400 |
| 2015 | $2,405 | $106,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $106,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $106,400 |
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Neighborhood: 19604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thirteenth & Union El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Northeast Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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