Off Market1326d on market
1261 Cotton St
Reading, PA, 19602 • 19602 • Berks County
$145,000
$151/sqft
4Beds
1Baths
960Sqft
Property DNA
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
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1326 days on market
Established listing
$151/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family
1261 Cotton St Move-In Ready 4 Bedroom for Rent! Spacious and clean 4-bedroom home now available in the heart of Reading, PA! This move-in ready rental at 1261 Cotton Street offers flexibility, affordability, and convenience and it's Section 8 approved! Property Features: 4 Bedrooms including a bonus finished room on the 3rd floor Bright Living & Dining Area with updated flooring Functional Kitchen with plenty of cabinet space 1 Full Bathroom Oil Heat efficient and reliable for the winter Full Basement for storage Lease Terms: Rent: $1,500/month Security Deposit: 1.5 month's rent + first month upfront Utilities: Tenant pays all Section 8: Accepted Pets: Ask about pet policy Conveniently located near schools, public transportation, and shopping, this property sits in a walkable neighborhood with city amenities all around. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or need a qualified Section 8 unit this won't last long! For serious inquiries, message me directly to schedule a showing or get the application started today! Tenant pays all utilities Heat: Oil heat Section 8 accepted
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights full basement for storage, plenty of cabinet space, and updated flooring as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$950/month
Principal & Interest$756
Property Tax$145
Insurance$48
Down payment20% ($29,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.80% rate · 30yr fixed · $116,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
CoolingWindow Unit
ParkingOff Street
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Systems
CoolingWindow Unit
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOff Street
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19602
Annual tax$1,181
Parcel10531630270970
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
7 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
WD Hookup
Appliances
Dishwasher
WD Hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Cooling
Window Unit
Laundry
Hookups
Exterior Features
Exterior
No Utilities included in rent
Parking
Off Street
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusOff Market
Days on market1326
Est. value$145,000
Est. rent$1,384/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$151
On marketAug 22, 2025
PostedAug 22, 2025
Last sold$82,000
MLS updatedSep 6, 2025
Tour days6
Views3
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19602
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 12, 2025Listing Removed$1,500$2Zillow Rentals
Jul 16, 2025Listed For Rent$1,500$2Zillow Rentals
Aug 22, 2022Sold$82,000$85Bright MLS
Jul 20, 2022Pending Sale$89,999$94Bright MLS
Jul 3, 2022Listing Removed$89,999$94Bright MLS
Jun 22, 2022Price Change$89,999$94Bright MLS
May 10, 2022Listed For Sale$95,000$99Bright MLS
Sep 20, 2010Sold$23,000$24Public Record
Jun 9, 2010Sold$13,900$14Public Record
Mar 22, 2010Sold$1,700$2Public Record
Feb 27, 2008Listing Removed$39,900$42NCI
Jan 31, 2008Listed For Sale$39,900$42NCI
Nov 14, 2006Sold$31,000$32Public Record
Oct 4, 2001Sold$9,000$9Public Record
Listing Removed$1,500
Sep 12, 2025•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$1,500
Jul 16, 2025•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Sold$82,000
Aug 22, 2022•$85/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$89,999
Jul 20, 2022•$94/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$89,999
Jul 3, 2022•$94/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$89,999
Jun 22, 2022•$94/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$95,000
May 10, 2022•$99/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$23,000
Sep 20, 2010•$24/sqft•Public Record
Sold$13,900
Jun 9, 2010•$14/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,700
Mar 22, 2010•$2/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$39,900
Feb 27, 2008•$42/sqft•NCI
Listed For Sale$39,900
Jan 31, 2008•$42/sqft•NCI
Sold$31,000
Nov 14, 2006•$32/sqft•Public Record
Sold$9,000
Oct 4, 2001•$9/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$1,181$26,200
Apr 10, 2024$1,163$26,200
Apr 10, 2023$1,145$26,200
Apr 10, 2022$1,145$26,200
Apr 10, 2021$1,145$26,200
Apr 10, 2020$1,134$26,200
Apr 10, 2019$470$26,200
Apr 10, 2018$470$26,200
Apr 10, 2017$1,126$26,200
Apr 10, 2016$470$26,200
Apr 10, 2015$592$26,200
Apr 10, 2014—$26,200
Apr 10, 2013—$26,200
Apr 10, 2012—$26,200
Apr 10, 2011—$26,200
Apr 10, 2010—$26,200
Apr 10, 2009—$26,200
Apr 10, 2008—$26,200
Apr 10, 2007—$26,200
Apr 10, 2006—$26,200
Apr 10, 2005—$26,200
Apr 10, 2004—$26,200
Apr 10, 2003—$26,200
Apr 10, 2002—$26,200
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Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
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Nearby zip codes
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