Opportunity knocks at 639 Birch St.! Located in Northeast Reading, just steps from Reading High School, this property is full of potential and ready for its next chapter. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, investment property, or an affordable home to make your own, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. This home features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. The main level offers a spacious living room and dining area with original hardwood flooring, providing a solid foundation to restore and personalize. The living room, dining room, and bedrooms have already been freshly painted, giving you a head start on the renovation. Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms, while the unfinished attic can serves as the third bedroom, offering additional living space. Outside, enjoy a covered rear patio overlooking the fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A new gas line is available at the curb, providing an added upgrade opportunity for future improvements. Whether you're planning a fix-and-flip, a buy-and-hold rental, or a home renovation project, this property's desirable location and strong rental potential make it an excellent investment. With a little vision and work, this home can be transformed into something special. Schedule your showing today and discover the possibilities at 639 Birch St.! Video tour available upon request.
For sale
Price cut: $3.1K (7/31)
$119,900
639 Birch St, Reading, PA 19604
3beds
769sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$118,800 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced backyardCovered rear patio
- 39 days |
- 411 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Juan Cortes-Carreno 610-372-3200,
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks 8003833535
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2074868
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiant, Natural Gas Available, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 769
- Total interior livable area: 769 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 769
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Free, Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 1,306 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 12531754139992
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $26,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,219
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available
- Inclusions: All Appliances - As Is ...
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$118,800
$113,000 - $125,000
$1,355/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $119,900-2.5%$156/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2074868 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $123,000+36.7%$160/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2074868 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Sold | $90,000+6%$117/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2063742 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Pending sale | $84,900$110/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2063742 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $84,900+112.3%$110/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2063742 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2025 | Sold | $40,000$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,190 +1.5% | $26,400 |
| 2024 | $1,172 +1.6% | $26,400 |
| 2023 | $1,154 | $26,400 |
| 2022 | $1,154 | $26,400 |
| 2021 | $1,154 +1% | $26,400 |
| 2020 | $1,142 | $26,400 |
| 2019 | $1,142 | $26,400 |
| 2018 | $1,142 +0.7% | $26,400 |
| 2017 | $1,135 +75% | $26,400 |
| 2016 | $648 +8.7% | $26,400 |
| 2015 | $597 | $26,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $26,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $26,400 |
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Neighborhood: 19604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thirteenth & Green El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Central Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 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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