For sale

$160,000

532 Birch St, Reading, PA 19604

4beds

1,210sqft

$1,127/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1905

1,306 Square Feet Lot

$158,400 Zestimate^®

$132/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Newer roofVery nice curb appealElectric cookingFull privacy fencingEnclosed porchReplacement windowsStainless steel appliances

Nice NE Reading 4 BR middle row in good condition with a lot of updates and upgrades including a newer roof, high efficiency wall mounted gas boiler, replacement windows, 100 AMP service and breaker panel. The main level features a large living room with ceramic tiled floor, spacious kitchen/dining room combo with ceramic tiled floor, electric cooking, stainless steel appliances and an enclosed porch. Level 2 has 3 BRS and a full bath. Level 3 is the 4th BR. The full basement is unfinished and has an outside exit. The large rear yard is perfect for entertaining and enjoyment and comes complete with a patio and full privacy fencing. The covered front porch provides more outdoor enjoyment and gives the home a very nice curb appeal. This home is perfect for an owner occupant or an investor, provides affordable easy maintenance and is ready for quick possession.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Full Bath

Bedroom 1

Features: Flooring - Laminated, Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Upper
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 X 11

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Laminated, Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Upper
Area: 130 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10 X 13

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Laminated
Level: Upper
Area: 128 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 X 16

Bedroom 4

Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Attic - Finished, Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Upper
Area: 252 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 X 21

Basement

Features: Basement - Unfinished
Level: Lower

Other

Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower
Level: Upper
Area: 48 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 X 6

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Eat-in Kitchen
Level: Main
Area: 176 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 X 22

Living room

Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
Level: Main
Area: 275 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 X 25

Mud room

Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Main
Area: 72 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 X 9

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

None, Electric

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement, Mud Room

Features

Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Recessed Lighting
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl
Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows
Basement: Full,Drain,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,210
Total interior livable area: 1,210 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,210
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
Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Pool features: None
Fencing: Privacy,Wood

Lot

Size: 1,306 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 11531762138352
Zoning: R-3 RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Architectural Shingle,Rubber

Condition

Good
New construction: No
Year built: 1905

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Above Ground

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Northeast Reading

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reading
Municipality: READING CITY

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $132/sqft
Tax assessed value: $28,900
Annual tax amount: $1,334
Date on market: 8/21/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Inclusions: Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer (all In As Is Condition)
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$158,400

$150,000 - $166,000

$1,464/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/21/2026	Listed for sale	$160,000+272.1%$132/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2076948 Report a problem
5/23/2025	Listing removed	$1,500$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
4/18/2025	Listed for rent	$1,500+76.5%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/2/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
12/1/2018	Listing removed	$850$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
11/6/2018	Listed for rent	$850+9.7%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/21/2018	Listing removed	$775$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/18/2018	Listed for rent	$775$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
8/31/2009	Sold	$43,000-21.7%$36/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/8/2008	Listing removed	$54,900$45/sqft
Source: Postlets Report a problem
6/27/2008	Price change	$54,900-8.3%$45/sqft
Source: Postlets Report a problem
2/4/2008	Listed for sale	$59,900$50/sqft
Source: Postlets Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,303 +1.5%	$28,900
2024	$1,283 +1.6%	$28,900
2023	$1,263	$28,900
2022	$1,263	$28,900
2021	$1,263 +1%	$28,900
2020	$1,251	$28,900
2019	$1,251	$28,900
2018	$1,251 +0.7%	$28,900
2017	$1,242 +75%	$28,900
2016	$710 +8.7%	$28,900
2015	$653	$28,900
2014	--	$28,900
2013	--	$28,900
2012	--	$28,900
2011	--	$28,900
2010	--	$28,900
2009	--	$28,900
2008	--	$28,900
2007	--	$28,900
2006	--	$28,900
2005	--	$28,900
2004	--	$28,900
2003	--	$28,900
2002	--	$28,900
2000	--	$28,900