701 Alton Ave, Reading, PA 19605
What's special
CRAZY REDUCTION!! Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property situated on a desirable corner lot. This property has a 1st floor master bedroom with their own entrance. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this move-in-ready home showcases stylish modern finishes, fresh contemporary colors, and quality renovations throughout. Offering a spacious layout with comfortable living areas and plenty of natural light, this home blends modern appeal with everyday functionality. Did we mention, the property provides off street parking with a 1 car detached garage. Conveniently located just outside the city while still providing easy access to shopping, dining, and local amenities, this is an incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated home at an exceptional value. It truly is a must see!
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Tanja Weller 610-914-3513,
Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks (484) 450-8771
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- 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: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17530876819840
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- 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: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $71,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,287
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $280,000-6.4%$175/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2074842 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000+80%$187/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2074842 Report a problem | ||
| 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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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$279,700
$266,000 - $294,000
$1,907/mo
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