For Sale85d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
1237 Cotton St
Reading, PA, 19602 • 19602 • Berks County
$165,000
$99/sqft
-$8,000 since Feb 17, 2026
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
1Baths
1,659Sqft
0.03 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Mount Penn Heights
19602
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
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Listed 85 days ago · 673 views · 41 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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85 days on market
Established listing
$99/sqft
Price per square foot
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ModerateThis home ranks in the top 48% 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 1920 · Historic
Discover this charming 5-bedroom end-of-row townhouse in the desirable Mount Penn Heights neighborhood.. The spacious layout features a full basement, perfect for storage or future customization. With one full bathroom, this residence provides ample space for comfortable living. Imagine creating your dream home in this inviting space, where you can personalize each room to fit your lifestyle. This property is just a short distance from local amenities and parks. Don't miss your chance to make it your own! This property is being sold as-is.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights full basement and spacious layout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,079/month
Principal & Interest$859
Property Tax$165
Insurance$55
Down payment20% ($33,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.78% rate · 30yr fixed · $132,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1920
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,307 sqft
Days on Zillow85 Days
Price/sqft$99
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1920
Stories2
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull
Lot1,307 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19602
ZoningRES
Annual tax$1,645
Parcel10531630178980
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Water Heater
Heating
Hot Water
Oil
Cooling
None
Accessibility
2+ Access Exits
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
UpperBedroom1
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBedroom4
UpperBathroom1
UpperListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market85
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$99
On marketJan 14, 2026
PostedJan 14, 2026
Last sold$35,000
MLS updatedFeb 17, 2026
Tour days9
Views673
Favorites41
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19602
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 17, 2026Price Change$165,000$99Bright MLS
Jan 14, 2026Listed For Sale$173,000$104Bright MLS
Oct 22, 2018Sold$35,000$21Public Record
Sep 19, 2018Price Change$37,500$23Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Sep 6, 2018Price Change$42,500$26Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Aug 30, 2018Listed For Sale$40,000$24Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Price Change$165,000
Feb 17, 2026•$99/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$173,000
Jan 14, 2026•$104/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$35,000
Oct 22, 2018•$21/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$37,500
Sep 19, 2018•$23/sqft•Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Price Change$42,500
Sep 6, 2018•$26/sqft•Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Listed For Sale$40,000
Aug 30, 2018•$24/sqft•Assist2Sell Smart Choice Realty
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$1,645$36,500
Apr 9, 2024$1,621$36,500
Apr 9, 2023$1,596$36,500
Apr 9, 2022$1,596$36,500
Apr 9, 2021$1,596$36,500
Apr 9, 2020$1,580$36,500
Apr 9, 2019$290$36,500
Apr 9, 2018$290$36,500
Apr 9, 2017$1,569$36,500
Apr 9, 2016$290$36,500
Apr 9, 2015$825$36,500
Apr 9, 2014—$36,500
Apr 9, 2013—$36,500
Apr 9, 2012—$36,500
Apr 9, 2011—$36,500
Apr 9, 2010—$36,500
Apr 9, 2009—$36,500
Apr 9, 2008—$36,500
Apr 9, 2007—$36,500
Apr 9, 2006—$36,500
Apr 9, 2005—$36,500
Apr 9, 2004—$36,500
Apr 9, 2003—$36,500
Apr 9, 2002—$36,500
Apr 9, 2000—$36,500
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
Flying HillsJacksonwaldLincoln ParkLoraneMontrose ManorReifftonSpring RidgeSpringmontWest WyomissingWhitfield
Nearby cities
BirdsboroBoyertownDouglassvilleFleetwoodHamburgKutztownMacungieMohnton
Nearby zip codes
19601196021960419605196061960719608196101961119640
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