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139 N Front St, Reading, PA, 19601

$109,999

Home List Price

$1,306*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,624 SqFt
$68/SqFt
Townhouse

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139 N Front St, Reading$109,999

Buyer Closing Credits

$1,306*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOff Street
Year Built1900
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
BasementYes
MLS #PABK2051118
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 139 N Front St

This spacious property in Reading is a prime candidate for a profitable flip. With 4 bedrooms and a layout that can easily accommodate a fifth, it offers flexibility to enhance both value and appeal. There is off-street parking for 1 car. Significant updates are needed, including a new roof, flooring, drywall, and furnace, providing the ideal setup for an investor looking to control the quality and cost of the renovation. The parts for the missing kitchen cabinet are at the property and just need to be installed. The refrigerator is not included. The property’s size, layout, and location provide a solid foundation for a high-end rehab or rental conversion. Once updated, it’s well-positioned within a desirable area, ensuring strong buyer interest. It's not far from the Reading IMAX, Front and Washington Garage, Barbey's park, and Fine Fare Supermarket, to name a few. Priced to reflect the work required, this property leaves a substantial margin for value growth post-renovation. Secure a property with room for substantial ROI!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,624 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ListWithFreedom.com
  • Office Phone: (855) 456-4945
  • Listing Agent: Ralph Marion Harvey III

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Laminated
  • Interior: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Head southwest on Cartech Rd, Turn left onto Schuylkill Ave, Continue onto Walnut St, Turn right onto N Front St, Destination will be on the left

Municipality:

  • Reading City

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $109,999
  • Price Per SqFt: $68/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $704
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Reading, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$247.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$150

Avg. Days On Market

19

# of Sold Homes

171

139 N Front St vs Reading

2 DAYS ON ROCKET

-17 Days

$109,999

-$137.8K Less

$68/SqFt

-$82 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $137.8K less than the Median Sold Price and $82/SqFt less than other homes in Reading, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PABK2051118

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ListWithFreedom.com
  • Office Phone: (855) 456-4945
  • Listing Agent: Ralph Marion Harvey III

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 11/17/2024, 11:20:52 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$704$16,100
2020$696$16,100
2019$696$16,100
2018$697$16,100
2017$692$16,100

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

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Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Lauer's Park Elementary School

  • 251 N 2nd St

  • 0.16 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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6
/10

  • West Reading Elementary Center

  • 421 Chestnut St

  • 0.65 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-6

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2
/10

  • Tyson-Schoener Elementary School

  • 315 S 5th St

  • 0.68 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $23,913. Typical income of Reading, PA residents is less than $35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 139 N Front St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 139 N Front St property is $109,999.

What type of property is this?

The property 139 N Front St is a townhouse located in Reading, Pennsylvania, 19601.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 139 N Front St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $704 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 139 N Front St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 139 N Front St is 1,624 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 139 N Front St is 1900.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Berks County›Reading›19601›139 N Front St

This home is located at 139 N Front St in Reading, PA and zip code 19601 in the 6th Ward / Ricktown Arts District neighborhood. This 1,624 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 14, 2024 and is currently priced at $109,999.

Reading, PA housing market in October 2024 saw over 72 listings sold above listed price, more than 48 sold at listed price and over 51 sold below. In October 2024 in Reading, PA there were 8.9% less homes for sale than in September 2024. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $247,894, while the average time on the real estate market was 19 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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