Sold796d on marketHistoric · 105 yrs
1157 Cotton St
Reading, PA, 19602 • 19602 • Berks County
$76,500
$85/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
904Sqft
0.01 acLot
1921Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1921 · 105 years of history
None Available
19602
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
This home is in high demand
Listed 796 days ago · 25 views · Top 6% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
25 views
People checking out this listing
796 days on market
Established listing
$85/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 6% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1921 · Historic
Unlock the potential of urban living with this 2-bedroom, 1-bath townhome in the heart of the city. This property presents a unique opportunity for those with a vision for transformation. Embrace the challenge of re-creating this diamond in the rough into your desirable retreat. With a bit of renovation, the kitchen could become a culinary haven, and the bedrooms a cozy sanctuary. Seize the chance to get this townhome at a great price so you can personalize it to reflects your individuality and enjoy the convenience of city living. Schedule your tour and submit an offer - we are willing to help you tailor the property as part of your purchase.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$499/month
Principal & Interest$397
Property Tax$77
Insurance$26
Down payment20% ($15,300)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $61,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1921
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot435 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1921
Stories2
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull
Lot435 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19602
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$839
Parcel10531630175819
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Hot Water
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Laundry
In Basement
Accessibility
2+ Access Exits
Exterior Features
Exterior
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Cable Connected
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market796
Est. value$111,000
Est. rent$1,126/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$85
On marketJan 6, 2024
PostedJan 6, 2024
Last sold$76,500
MLS updatedFeb 2, 2024
Tour days6
Views25
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19602
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 2, 2024Sold$76,500$85Bright MLS
Jan 15, 2024Pending Sale$79,900$88Bright MLS
Jan 6, 2024Listed For Sale$79,900$88Bright MLS
Mar 9, 2007Sold$15,500$17Public Record
Apr 17, 2002Sold$15,000$17Public Record
Sold$76,500
Feb 2, 2024•$85/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$79,900
Jan 15, 2024•$88/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$79,900
Jan 6, 2024•$88/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$15,500
Mar 9, 2007•$17/sqft•Public Record
Sold$15,000
Apr 17, 2002•$17/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$865$19,200
Apr 9, 2024$853$19,200
Apr 9, 2023$839$19,200
Apr 9, 2022$839$19,200
Apr 9, 2021$839$19,200
Apr 9, 2020$831$19,200
Apr 9, 2019$831$19,200
Apr 9, 2018$831$19,200
Apr 9, 2017$825$19,200
Apr 9, 2016$472$19,200
Apr 9, 2015$434$19,200
Apr 9, 2014—$19,200
Apr 9, 2013—$19,200
Apr 9, 2012—$19,200
Apr 9, 2011—$19,200
Apr 9, 2010—$19,200
Apr 9, 2009—$19,200
Apr 9, 2008—$19,200
Apr 9, 2007—$19,200
Apr 9, 2006—$19,200
Apr 9, 2005—$19,200
Apr 9, 2004—$19,200
Apr 9, 2003—$19,200
Apr 9, 2002—$19,200
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
19601196021960419605196061960719608196101961119640
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