For Sale1d on marketHistoric · 116 yrs
523 Linden St
Reading, PA, 19604 • 19604 • Berks County
$150,000
$119/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
1Baths
1,260Sqft
0.03 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
City Views
City
Traditional Style
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
Northeast Reading
19604
Outdoor Living
Porch · Roof
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
1d on Market
Listed Apr 13, 2026
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$119/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Townhouse · Built 1910 · Historic
Charming 1910 brick townhouse in Reading’s North End! Discover the potential of a solid 4-bedroom home, 1 bath with walk-in shower. This home spanning 1,260 sqft of living space ideal for growing families or those seeking multi-bedroom flexibility. Situated on a sloping lot in an urban neighborhood (near Green Street), the home offers fairly newer forced-air natural gas heating system, replacement windows, new floorings, new light fixtures, front porch with awning adding curb appeal and functionality. The lovely fence-in backyard is ready for you to relax after a long day of work, or enjoy the coming long summer weekends cookout with your family, and friends. All these with a short walk to local amenities and easy city access. Bring your vision and make this Reading gem your own. Perfect for first-time buyers or investors.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights new light fixtures, new floorings, and replacement windows as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$984/month
Principal & Interest$784
Property Tax$150
Insurance$50
Down payment20% ($30,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.83% rate · 30yr fixed · $120,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1910
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,306 sqft
Days on Zillow1 Day
Price/sqft$119
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1910
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofPitched
ConstructionBrick, Aluminum Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementUnfinished
FencingOther
Lot1,306 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19604
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$1,749
Parcel11531714235233
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
18 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Plaster Walls
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Laundry
In Basement
Windows
Replacement
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Awning(s)
Lighting
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Aluminum Siding
Patio & Porch
Porch
Roof
Lot Features
Irregular Lot
Sloped
Urban
Security
Security System
Views
City
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Phone
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market1
Est. value$148,800
Est. rent$1,529/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$119
On marketApr 13, 2026
PostedApr 13, 2026
Last sold$100,000
MLS updatedApr 13, 2026
Tour days9
Views428
Favorites26
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
6
Thirteenth & Green El School
Primary • Public • PK-4
Location
Reading, PA, 19604
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 13, 2026Listed For Sale$150,000$119Bright MLS
Jul 8, 2021Sold$100,000$79Bright MLS
Jun 2, 2021Pending Sale$85,000$67Bright MLS
Jun 1, 2021Listed For Sale$85,000$67Bright MLS
Aug 18, 2019Listing Removed$59,900$48RE/MAX of Reading
Jul 12, 2019Price Change$59,900$48RE/MAX Of Reading
May 21, 2019Price Change$64,000$51RE/MAX of Reading
May 2, 2019Listed For Sale$69,500$55RE/MAX of Reading
Nov 9, 2005Sold$34,000$27Public Record
Listed For Sale$150,000
Apr 13, 2026•$119/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$100,000
Jul 8, 2021•$79/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$85,000
Jun 2, 2021•$67/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$85,000
Jun 1, 2021•$67/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$59,900
Aug 18, 2019•$48/sqft•RE/MAX of Reading
Price Change$59,900
Jul 12, 2019•$48/sqft•RE/MAX Of Reading
Price Change$64,000
May 21, 2019•$51/sqft•RE/MAX of Reading
Listed For Sale$69,500
May 2, 2019•$55/sqft•RE/MAX of Reading
Sold$34,000
Nov 9, 2005•$27/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$1,708$37,900
Apr 15, 2024$1,683$37,900
Apr 15, 2023$1,657$37,900
Apr 15, 2022$1,657$37,900
Apr 15, 2021$1,657$37,900
Apr 15, 2020$1,640$37,900
Apr 15, 2019$1,640$37,900
Apr 15, 2018$1,640$37,900
Apr 15, 2017$1,629$37,900
Apr 15, 2016$931$37,900
Apr 15, 2015$857$37,900
Apr 15, 2014—$37,900
Apr 15, 2013—$37,900
Apr 15, 2012—$37,900
Apr 15, 2011—$37,900
Apr 15, 2010—$37,900
Apr 15, 2009—$37,900
Apr 15, 2008—$37,900
Apr 15, 2007—$37,900
Apr 15, 2006—$37,900
Apr 15, 2005—$37,900
Apr 15, 2004—$37,900
Apr 15, 2003—$37,900
Apr 15, 2002—$37,900
Apr 15, 2000—$37,900
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
19601196021960419605196061960719608196101961119640
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