Welcome to this affordable Reading row home with low taxes and room to roam for the entire family. Currently tenant occupied at $1,350 a month, you could add this income-producing property to your portfolio. Annual real estate taxes are only $850 a year, keeping your monthly budget in line. Economical gas heat keeps your utilities in check during the winter months. Inside everyone will love the hardwood floors on all three levels of this home. The living room is a gathering place for all accented by stained glass windows. The solid oak kitchen and dining room are ready for any get together. Secondary staircase from the kitchen takes you upstairs quickly. The backyard patio is the perfect place for the grill or to put your feet up after a long day. Upper levels offer five bedrooms for flexibility. The full basement with outside exit and updated mechanicals gives you plenty of storage. This block offers ample on-street parking just outside your door. Easy access to major roads and shopping. Don't miss out on this terrific opportunity!
For sale
$189,900
533 Laurel St, Reading, PA 19602
5beds
1,824sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
871 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$104/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid oak kitchenStained glass windowsUpdated mechanicalsFive bedrooms for flexibility
- 29 days
- 349
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeff Martin 610-207-8474,
Century 21 Gold 6107792500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2078882
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Shelving,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,824
- Total interior livable area: 1,824 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,824
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 871 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 01530643871468
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Cast Iron Plumbing, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Glass, Masonry, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $104/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $18,400
- Annual tax amount: $856
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Range, Washer, Dryer
- Exclusions: Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,900+899.5%$104/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2078882 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2009 | Sold | $19,000$10/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $829 +1.5% | $18,400 |
| 2024 | $817 +1.6% | $18,400 |
| 2023 | $804 | $18,400 |
| 2022 | $804 | $18,400 |
| 2021 | $804 +1% | $18,400 |
| 2020 | $796 | $18,400 |
| 2019 | $796 | $18,400 |
| 2018 | $796 +0.7% | $18,400 |
| 2017 | $791 +75% | $18,400 |
| 2016 | $452 +8.7% | $18,400 |
| 2015 | $416 | $18,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $18,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $18,400 |
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Neighborhood: 19602
Nearby schools
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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