Sold307d on market
855 Elm St
Reading, PA, 19605 • 19605 • Berks County
$322,000
$224/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,440Sqft
0.29 acLot
1962Built
Property DNA
Ranch/Rambler Style
Built 1962 · 64 years of history
Riverview Park
19605
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
1 Fireplace
Electric · Mantel(s)
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
1-Car Garage
Garage Faces Front · Driveway · Attached · On Street
Tile/Brick Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 307 days ago · 360 views · 47 saves · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
47 saves
Buyers have saved this home
307 days on market
Established listing
$224/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1962
Opportunity knocks for this updated red brick rancher in a quiet neighborhood ready and waiting for you! Step inside and enjoy luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire main level making clean up a breeze and reduce your allergy flare ups. Living room is accented by picture windows and electric fireplace to take the chill out of any evening. Updated kitchen has a huge island, which is the perfect gathering place. Plenty of cabinets are covered by granite counters with tiled backsplash. Kitchen and dining area overlook the fenced in backyard so its easy to keep an eye on loved ones. Updated bathroom features tiled walls and floors with walk-in shower, two closets, and blue tooth speaker to listen to your favorite show or music. Spacious bedrooms have lots of closet space with motion lights and ceiling fans. Central air keeps you cool on those extra warm days. The hallway closet has hookup for washer and dryer if you don’t want to head to the basement. Walk up attic gives you extra storage. Lower level full bathroom currently only has a toilet but ready and waiting for your personal finishes. Newer gas heat and hot water help keep your monthly budget in line. Attached one car garage is deep enough for extra storage. Additional off-street parking pad too. Awesome Muhlenberg location is close to Jim Dietrich and Laurelain Parks, along with 5th Street Highway shopping and Route 12. Don’t miss out on this great place you will be proud to call home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights electric fireplace, hot water, and fenced in backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,971/month
Principal & Interest$1,542
Property Tax$322
Insurance$107
Down payment20% ($64,400)
3%50%
Est. 5.98% rate · 30yr fixed · $257,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1962
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot0.29 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch/Rambler
ConditionExcellent
Year built1962
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
RoofPitched,Shingle
ConstructionBrick, Combination, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Masonry, Mixed Plumbing, Rough-In Plumbing, Stick Built
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Faces Front, Driveway, Attached, On Street
Garage1 spaces
BasementFull,Interior Entry,Rear Entrance,Rough Bath Plumb,Unfinished
Fireplaces1
FencingVinyl
Lot0.29 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19605
ZoningR2
Annual tax$5,723
Parcel66530805087844
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Combination Kitchen/Dining
Entry Level Bedroom
Floor Plan - Traditional
Kitchen Island
Kitchen - Table Space
Recessed Lighting
Sound System
Upgraded Countertops
Dry Wall
Plaster Walls
Wood Walls
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Self Cleaning Oven
Oven/Range - Gas
Refrigerator
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Concrete
Luxury Vinyl
Tile/Brick
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Ceiling Fan(s)
Electric
Fireplace
Electric
Mantel(s)
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Replacement
Screens
Vinyl Clad
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Lighting
Parking
Garage Faces Front
Driveway
Attached
On Street
Construction
Brick
Combination
Concrete
Copper Plumbing
CPVC/PVC
Frame
Masonry
Mixed Plumbing
Rough-In Plumbing
Stick Built
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Front Yard
Rear Yard
SideYard(s)
Suburban
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Cable Available
Electricity Available
Natural Gas Available
Phone Available
Sewer Available
Water Available
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
Main13×14 ft182 sqft
Bedroom2
Main13×12 ft156 sqft
Bedroom3
Main11×14 ft154 sqft
Dining Room
Main9×15 ft135 sqft
Other
Main8×12 ft96 sqft
Half Bath
Lower10×8 ft80 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market307
Est. value$339,200
Est. rent$2,128/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$224
On marketMay 2, 2025
PostedMay 2, 2025
Last sold$322,000
MLS updatedJun 6, 2025
Tour days6
Views360
Favorites47
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19605
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 6, 2025Sold$322,000$224Bright MLS
May 9, 2025Pending Sale$299,900$208Bright MLS
May 6, 2025Listing Removed$299,900$208Bright MLS
May 2, 2025Listed For Sale$299,900$208Bright MLS
Dec 22, 2018Sold$180,000$125Public Record
Nov 20, 2018Pending Sale$189,900$132RE/MAX OF READING
Sep 5, 2018Price Change$189,900$132RE/MAX Of Reading
Jul 28, 2018Listed For Sale$196,900$137RE/MAX Of Reading
Apr 21, 2015Sold$163,000$113Agent Provided
Mar 31, 2015Pending Sale$174,900$121CENTURY 21 Park Road
Feb 5, 2015Listed For Sale$174,900$121Century 21 Park Road
Mar 4, 2008Sold$147,000$102Public Record
Sold$322,000
Jun 6, 2025•$224/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$299,900
May 9, 2025•$208/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$299,900
May 6, 2025•$208/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$299,900
May 2, 2025•$208/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$180,000
Dec 22, 2018•$125/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$189,900
Nov 20, 2018•$132/sqft•RE/MAX OF READING
Price Change$189,900
Sep 5, 2018•$132/sqft•RE/MAX Of Reading
Listed For Sale$196,900
Jul 28, 2018•$137/sqft•RE/MAX Of Reading
Sold$163,000
Apr 21, 2015•$113/sqft•Agent Provided
Pending Sale$174,900
Mar 31, 2015•$121/sqft•CENTURY 21 Park Road
Listed For Sale$174,900
Feb 5, 2015•$121/sqft•Century 21 Park Road
Sold$147,000
Mar 4, 2008•$102/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$5,922$113,400
Apr 10, 2024$5,460$113,400
Apr 10, 2023$5,124$113,400
Apr 10, 2022$5,039$113,400
Apr 10, 2021$4,920$113,400
Apr 10, 2020$4,920$113,400
Apr 10, 2019$4,816$113,400
Apr 10, 2018$4,731$113,400
Apr 10, 2017$4,642$113,400
Apr 10, 2016$1,375$113,400
Apr 10, 2015$1,375$113,400
Apr 10, 2014—$113,400
Apr 10, 2013—$113,400
Apr 10, 2012—$113,400
Apr 10, 2011—$113,400
Apr 10, 2010—$113,400
Apr 10, 2009—$113,400
Apr 10, 2008—$113,400
Apr 10, 2007—$113,400
Apr 10, 2006—$113,400
Apr 10, 2005—$113,400
Apr 10, 2004—$113,400
Apr 10, 2003—$113,400
Apr 10, 2002—$113,400
Apr 10, 2000—$113,400
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
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