Sold519d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
1242 Eckert Ave
Reading, PA, 19602 • 19602 • Berks County
$205,000
$94/sqft
5Beds
2Baths
2,176Sqft
0.05 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
None Available
19602
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Ceramic Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
11 views
People checking out this listing
519 days on market
Established listing
$94/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Townhouse · Built 1900 · Historic
This expansive property boasts over 2,000 sq ft of living space, including 5 private bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a large living and dining area. The second floor offers a versatile space that can be used as a second kitchen, office, or laundry area. Additional features include gas heating and a large, fenced-in patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights second kitchen, laundry area, and gas heating as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,344/month
Principal & Interest$1,070
Property Tax$205
Insurance$68
Down payment20% ($41,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $164,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1900
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot2,178 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1900
Stories3
Systems
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementConcrete
Lot2,178 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19602
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$1,181
Parcel16531622294593
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Luxury Vinyl
Laminate
Heating
Radiator
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Electricity Available
Natural Gas Available
Phone Available
Sewer Available
Water Available
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market519
Est. value$238,900
Est. rent$1,890/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$94
On marketAug 20, 2024
PostedAug 20, 2024
Last sold$205,000
MLS updatedNov 16, 2024
Tour days6
Views11
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19602
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Nov 6, 2024Sold$205,000$94Bright MLS
Oct 7, 2024Pending Sale$210,000$97Bright MLS
Sep 18, 2024Price Change$210,000$97Bright MLS
Sep 9, 2024Listed For Sale$215,000$99Bright MLS
Sep 5, 2024Pending Sale$215,000$99Bright MLS
Aug 29, 2024Price Change$215,000$99Bright MLS
Aug 20, 2024Listed For Sale$229,900$106Bright MLS
Oct 31, 2020Listing Removed$120,000$55BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Oct 31, 2020Listed For Sale$120,000$55BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Jul 10, 2020Pending Sale$120,000$55BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Jun 24, 2020Listed For Sale$120,000$55BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Mar 22, 2005Sold$46,000$21Public Record
Sep 18, 2002Sold$25,900$12Public Record
Sep 18, 2001Sold$1,200$1Public Record
Sold$205,000
Nov 6, 2024•$94/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$210,000
Oct 7, 2024•$97/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$210,000
Sep 18, 2024•$97/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$215,000
Sep 9, 2024•$99/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$215,000
Sep 5, 2024•$99/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$215,000
Aug 29, 2024•$99/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$229,900
Aug 20, 2024•$106/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$120,000
Oct 31, 2020•$55/sqft•BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Listed For Sale$120,000
Oct 31, 2020•$55/sqft•BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Pending Sale$120,000
Jul 10, 2020•$55/sqft•BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Listed For Sale$120,000
Jun 24, 2020•$55/sqft•BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks
Sold$46,000
Mar 22, 2005•$21/sqft•Public Record
Sold$25,900
Sep 18, 2002•$12/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,200
Sep 18, 2001•$1/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$2,010$44,600
Apr 10, 2024$1,980$44,600
Apr 10, 2023$1,950$44,600
Apr 10, 2022$1,950$44,600
Apr 10, 2021$1,950$44,600
Apr 10, 2020$1,930$44,600
Apr 10, 2019$1,930$44,600
Apr 10, 2018$1,930$44,600
Apr 10, 2017$1,917$44,600
Apr 10, 2016$1,095$44,600
Apr 10, 2015$1,008$44,600
Apr 10, 2014—$44,600
Apr 10, 2013—$44,600
Apr 10, 2012—$44,600
Apr 10, 2011—$44,600
Apr 10, 2010—$44,600
Apr 10, 2009—$44,600
Apr 10, 2008—$44,600
Apr 10, 2007—$44,600
Apr 10, 2006—$44,600
Apr 10, 2005—$44,600
Apr 10, 2004—$44,600
Apr 10, 2003—$44,600
Apr 10, 2002—$44,600
Apr 10, 2000—$44,600
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Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
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