Charming 1910 brick townhouse in Reading’s North End! Discover the potential of a solid 4-bedroom home, 1 bath with walk-in shower. This home spanning 1,260 sqft of living space ideal for growing families or those seeking multi-bedroom flexibility. Situated on a sloping lot in an urban neighborhood (near Green Street), the home offers fairly newer forced-air natural gas heating system, replacement windows, new floorings, new light fixtures, front porch with awning adding curb appeal and functionality. The lovely fence-in backyard is ready for you to relax after a long day of work, or enjoy the coming long summer weekends cookout with your family, and friends. All these with a short walk to local amenities and easy city access. Bring your vision and make this Reading gem your own. Perfect for first-time buyers or investors.
Sold for $165,000
$165,000
523 Linden St, Reading, PA 19604
2beds
1,260sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1910
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$165,500 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$1,372 Estimated rent
Home value
$165,500
$157,000 - $174,000
$1,372/mo
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New light fixturesNew flooringsReplacement windowsBrick townhouse
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Listed by:
Angelo Giannotti 610-670-2770,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Christopher Aguasanta Guzman, RS364140
Realty One Group Alliance
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2070642
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
- 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
- Patio & porch: Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,306 sqft
- Features: Irregular Lot, Sloped, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11531714235233
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: Northeast Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $165,000$131/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2070642 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $165,000$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2070642 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2026 | Listing removed | $165,000+10%$131/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2070642 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000+50%$119/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2070642 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2021 | Sold | $100,000+17.6%$79/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK378388 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Pending sale | $85,000$67/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK378388 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $85,000+41.9%$67/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK378388 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2019 | Listing removed | $59,900$48/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Reading #PABK339604 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2019 | Price change | $59,900-6.4%$48/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Of Reading #PABK339604 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2019 | Price change | $64,000-7.9%$51/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Reading #PABK339604 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $69,500+104.4%$55/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Reading #PABK339604 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2005 | Sold | $34,000$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,708 +1.5% | $37,900 |
| 2024 | $1,683 +1.6% | $37,900 |
| 2023 | $1,657 | $37,900 |
| 2022 | $1,657 | $37,900 |
| 2021 | $1,657 +1% | $37,900 |
| 2020 | $1,640 | $37,900 |
| 2019 | $1,640 | $37,900 |
| 2018 | $1,640 +0.7% | $37,900 |
| 2017 | $1,629 +75% | $37,900 |
| 2016 | $931 +8.7% | $37,900 |
| 2015 | $857 | $37,900 |
| 2014 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $37,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $37,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thirteenth & Green El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0 mi
- 3/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 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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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19604
- 523 Linden St
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