Creampuff upper East Reading townhome in absolute move in condition with so much to offer! This beauty has been lovingly maintained from top to bottom with a few special enhancements like modern gas heat with central air, a convenient 1st floor powder room and paved off street parking with easy access to ease your parking worries! For outdoor enjoyment you have a covered front porch, a covered rear cement porch, a covered stamped concrete rear patio and lovely fully fenced rear yard! The exterior is virtually maintenance free with the beautiful brick front and newer vinyl siding on the side and rear. On the inside the home is spotless with newer vinyl floors and carpeting, a large living room with a ceiling fan, dining room, a beautiful modern 29 handle custom kitchen with built-in microwave, dishwasher, drop-in glass top range, double wall ovens, refrigerator, double sink and garbage disposal! Levels 2 & 3 feature 3 well sized bedrooms with ceiling fans, newer carpeting and a large full modern bath. The lower level large basement is very clean, dry and recently painted and comes complete with a washer, dryer, laundry tub and outside exit to the rear patio. Additional updates include a newer architectural shingle main roof, double pane replacement windows and 100 Amp electrical service with breaker panels. This turnkey beauty is ready for a new owner to continue showing it the love and care it has received for many previous years! A truly must see!! Note: The City of Reading 2 year property code inspection was recently completed and passed.
Sold for $175,000
$175,000
550 S 18th St, Reading, PA 19606
3beds
1,145sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$183,400 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$1,551 Estimated rent
Home value
$183,400
$169,000 - $200,000
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Large full modern bathWell sized bedroomsDrop-in glass top rangePaved off street parkingBeautiful brick frontCovered front porchDouble wall ovens
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Listed by:
Jose Candelaria 610-207-8066,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Sam Manzueta
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2054448
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Other
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Double Sink, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Replacement
- Basement: Full,Drain,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,145
- Total interior livable area: 1,145 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,145
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,306 sqft
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 16531640478265
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $175,000-2.8%$153/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2054448 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2025 | Pending sale | $180,000+9.1%$157/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2054448 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2025 | Listing removed | $165,000$144/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2054448 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000+43.5%$144/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2054448 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2023 | Sold | $115,000-4.2%$100/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2035106 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2023 | Pending sale | $120,000$105/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2035106 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $120,000$105/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2035106 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,744 +1.5% | $38,700 |
| 2024 | $1,718 +1.6% | $38,700 |
| 2023 | $1,692 | $38,700 |
| 2022 | $1,692 | $38,700 |
| 2021 | $1,692 +1% | $38,700 |
| 2020 | $1,675 | $38,700 |
| 2019 | $1,675 | $38,700 |
| 2018 | $1,675 +0.7% | $38,700 |
| 2017 | $1,664 +75% | $38,700 |
| 2016 | $950 +8.7% | $38,700 |
| 2015 | $875 | $38,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $38,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19606
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Sixteenth & Haak El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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- 550 S 18th St
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