Property to be AUCTIONED!!! Opportunity Awaits in Reading City – Semi-Detached Fixer Upper with Great Potential! Bring your vision to this spacious semi-detached home located in the heart of Reading. Offering solid bones and major updates already in place, this property is perfect for investors or buyers looking to build equity. Inside, you'll find three private bedrooms and one full bath, along with a traditional layout featuring a formal dining room, comfortable living room, and a spacious eat-in kitchen ready for your personal touch. A convenient mud room adds functionality, while the walk-up attic provides plenty of additional storage space. The home also features a full basement for even more storage or workshop potential. Outside, enjoy a covered patio and a one-car detached garage, offering both outdoor relaxation and off-street parking. Important upgrades include: 3-year-old roof, Replacement windows, 100-amp upgraded electric service, Hot air oil heat, Natural gas hot water.Replacement windows Property is being sold as is where is with no contingencies. Winning bidder will pay a non-refundable down payment of $10,000, (Ten Thousand), day of the auction, net within 30 days. A 10% buyer premium will be added to the winning bid price. Auction will be held at the property on Thursday April 9th at 5:00 PM.
Sold for $166,100
$166,100
701 Alton Ave, Reading, PA 19605
3beds
1,596sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$245,100 Zestimate®
$104/sqft
$1,739 Estimated rent
Home value
$245,100
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dale Longenecker 717-304-6193,
RE/MAX Of Reading,
Co-Listing Agent: Richard L Henry Jr 610-858-3065,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Dale Longenecker, RS312189
RE/MAX Of Reading
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2068738
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Basement
- Level: Lower
- Area: 564 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 47
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 7
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Mud Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,596
- Total interior livable area: 1,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,596
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Sqft: 108
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,049 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17530876819840
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Auction
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2026 | Sold | $166,100$104/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2068738 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,209 +1.5% | $71,200 |
| 2024 | $3,162 +1.6% | $71,200 |
| 2023 | $3,113 | $71,200 |
| 2022 | $3,113 | $71,200 |
| 2021 | $3,113 +1% | $71,200 |
| 2020 | $3,081 +237.6% | $71,200 |
| 2019 | $913 | $71,200 |
| 2018 | $913 -70.2% | $71,200 |
| 2017 | $3,061 +235.4% | $71,200 |
| 2016 | $913 -43.3% | $71,200 |
| 2015 | $1,609 | $71,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $71,200 |
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Neighborhood: 19605
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thirteenth & Union El SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Northeast Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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