Turn-key, tenant-occupied duplex located at 728 Franklin St in the heart of Downtown Reading! This well-maintained multi-family investment opportunity is ready to be added to your portfolio. Featuring a spacious first-floor one-bedroom unit and a second-floor three-bedroom unit, this property offers excellent rental potential with long-term value. Located directly across from BARTA Transportation Center and within walking distance to Santander Arena, Penn Street,, and multiple public parking garages, this property provides convenient access to everything downtown Reading has to offer. The first-floor unit features a comfortable layout with a living room, private bedroom, eat-in kitchen, full bathroom, and a private rear patio?perfect for enjoying outdoor space. The second-floor unit offers a generous kitchen, spacious living room, and three private bedrooms, providing plenty of room and flexibility for tenants. Both units are currently occupied, with tenants who take pride in maintaining their spaces and would be happy to remain. A major bonus for investors is the two separate gas heating systems, allowing tenants to pay their own heat, hot water, and electric expenses. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio, add a solid income-producing property, or live in one unit while renting out the other, 728 Franklin St presents a fantastic opportunity to start or grow your real estate investment journey. Schedule your tour today!
Pending
$229,000
728 Franklin St, Reading, PA 19602
4beds
2baths
1,456sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private rear patioGenerous kitchenEat-in kitchenThree private bedroomsSpacious first-floor one-bedroom unitPrivate bedroom
- 24 days |
- 350 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Juan Cortes-Carreno 610-372-3200,
BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks 8003833535
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2073438
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Front Entrance,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,456
- Total interior livable area: 1,456 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Free, Parking Fee, Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 871 Square Feet
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 03530628992545
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- Very Good,Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $22,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,029
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Private Financing Available
- Inclusions: 2 Stoves
- Exclusions: Tenant Personal Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,522/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Pending sale | $229,000$157/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listing removed | $229,000$157/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,000-0.4%$157/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Listing removed | $230,000$158/sqft |
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| 7/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $230,000+228.6%$158/sqft |
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| 1/15/2021 | Sold | $70,000+337.5%$48/sqft |
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| 1/3/2018 | Sold | $16,000-54.2%$11/sqft |
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| 6/26/2017 | Listing removed | $34,900$24/sqft |
Source: Pagoda Realty & Property Management #7006569 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2017 | Listed for sale | $34,900+105.3%$24/sqft |
Source: Pagoda Realty & Property Management #7006569 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2015 | Listing removed | $17,000$12/sqft |
Source: Bold Realty, LLC #6558412 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2015 | Price change | $17,000-21.7%$12/sqft |
Source: Bold Realty, LLC #6558412 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2015 | Price change | $21,700-9.6%$15/sqft |
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| 4/25/2015 | Listed for sale | $24,000-51.9%$16/sqft |
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| 3/7/2007 | Sold | $49,900$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,005 +1.5% | $22,300 |
| 2024 | $990 +1.6% | $22,300 |
| 2023 | $975 | $22,300 |
| 2022 | $975 | $22,300 |
| 2021 | $975 +1% | $22,300 |
| 2020 | $965 | $22,300 |
| 2019 | $965 | $22,300 |
| 2018 | $965 +0.7% | $22,300 |
| 2017 | $959 +75% | $22,300 |
| 2016 | $548 +8.7% | $22,300 |
| 2015 | $504 | $22,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $22,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $22,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19602
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Southern Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Reading Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Amanda E Stout Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 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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- Pennsylvania
- Berks County
- Reading
- 19602
- 728 Franklin St








