Welcome to 1628 Locust Street! This beautifully kept semi-detached brick home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a partially finished basement—perfect for additional living space or storage. Enjoy modern comfort with central air and a new roof installed in 2024, complete with owned solar panels that keep the annual electric bill under $700. Outdoor living is a breeze with a large covered deck and covered front porch, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The property also features two-car off-street parking and numerous upgrades throughout. Located just one block from Albright College, this home combines efficiency, convenience, and charm—making it a great choice for homeowners or investors alike. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
1628 Locust St, Reading, PA 19604
3beds
1,162sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$209,000 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$1,619 Estimated rent
Home value
$209,000
$194,000 - $226,000
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Partially finished basementLarge covered deckSemi-detached brick homeTwo-car off-street parkingCovered front porchCentral air
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Listed by:
Chris Smith 484-706-1859,
Daryl Tillman Realty Group
Bought with:
Mercedes Davis, RS299787
Pagoda Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2064024
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Double Sink
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,162
- Total interior livable area: 1,162 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,162
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Roof
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 17531722193217
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hampden Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $60,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,727
- Date on market: 10/9/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | Sold | $200,000+0.1%$172/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2064024 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064024 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900+166.5%$172/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2064024 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2016 | Sold | $75,000-6.1%$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2016 | Price change | $79,900-2.4%$69/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX OF READING #6666095 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $81,900+18.9%$70/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Of Reading #6666095 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2010 | Sold | $68,900+36.4%$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2010 | Sold | $50,500-32.7%$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2009 | Listed for sale | $75,000+29.5%$65/sqft |
Source: Reading Realty Group #5479699 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2001 | Sold | $57,900$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,727 +1.5% | $60,500 |
| 2024 | $2,686 +1.6% | $60,500 |
| 2023 | $2,645 | $60,500 |
| 2022 | $2,645 | $60,500 |
| 2021 | $2,645 +1% | $60,500 |
| 2020 | $2,618 | $60,500 |
| 2019 | $2,618 | $60,500 |
| 2018 | $2,618 +0.7% | $60,500 |
| 2017 | $2,601 +75% | $60,500 |
| 2016 | $1,486 +8.7% | $60,500 |
| 2015 | $1,367 | $60,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $60,500 |
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Neighborhood: 19604
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thirteenth & Union El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Northeast Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Thirteenth And Union
- Middle: Northeast
- 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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