Sold468d on marketHistoric · 92 yrs
206 Madison Ave
Reading, PA, 19605 • 19605 • Berks County
$216,000
$153/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,408Sqft
0.07 acLot
1934Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1934 · 92 years of history
None Available
19605
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
1-Car Garage
Garage Faces Rear · Detached · Off Street
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
8 views
People checking out this listing
468 days on market
Established listing
$153/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1934 · Historic
Charming 1930s Home with Modern Efficiencies - 206 Madison Step into this spacious and charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home, freshly painted in soft yellow with green trim, carefully preserving its 1930s charm. Every update has been thoughtfully made to enhance efficiency while maintaining the cozy, vintage feel that makes this house so special. The first floor offers a generous living and dining area filled with natural light from large, newer windows. Original crown molding and hardwood floors add to the home's timeless character. The kitchen, nearly in its original 1930s style, features the original banquette, Geneva-style sink, and cabinets. An added bonus is the enclosed porch, ideal as a mudroom or sitting area, complete with a half bath. Enjoy the quaint, fenced backyard and the detached garage with a newer electric door. At the front, relax on the welcoming open porch in this friendly neighborhood. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and access to a walk-up attic. Modern conveniences include energy-efficient windows, updated electrical systems, and a newer furnace—ensuring comfort and savings for years to come. This home is built to last and ready for its next owner. Don’t miss your chance to see 206 Madison—schedule a visit today before it’s gone!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights three spacious bedrooms, updated electrical systems, and energy-efficient windows as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,416/month
Principal & Interest$1,128
Property Tax$216
Insurance$72
Down payment20% ($43,200)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $172,800 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1934
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot3,049 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
Year built1934
Stories2
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone
ConstructionBrick, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Faces Rear, Detached, Off Street
Garage1 spaces
BasementFull,Unfinished
Lot3,049 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19605
ZoningRES
Annual tax$3,650
Parcel66530816845561
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Heating
Hot Water
Oil
Cooling
None
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Faces Rear
Detached
Off Street
Construction
Brick
Vinyl Siding
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market468
Est. value$272,000
Est. rent$1,925/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$153
On marketOct 18, 2024
PostedOct 18, 2024
Last sold$216,000
MLS updatedJan 5, 2026
Tour days6
Views8
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19605
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 27, 2024Sold$216,000$153Bright MLS
Oct 23, 2024Pending Sale$216,000$153Bright MLS
Oct 18, 2024Listed For Sale$204,900$146Bright MLS
Jun 30, 2017Sold$105,000$75Agent Provided
May 24, 2017Pending Sale$112,900$80CENTURY 21 Gold
May 3, 2017Listed For Sale$112,900$80CENTURY 21 Gold
Apr 13, 2017Pending Sale$112,900$80CENTURY 21 Gold
Mar 9, 2017Price Change$112,900$80CENTURY 21 Gold
Feb 24, 2017Pending Sale$114,900$82CENTURY 21 Gold
Nov 3, 2016Listed For Sale$114,900$82Century 21 Gold - Exeter
Aug 3, 1995Sold$74,500$53Agent Provided
Sold$216,000
Dec 27, 2024•$153/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$216,000
Oct 23, 2024•$153/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$204,900
Oct 18, 2024•$146/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$105,000
Jun 30, 2017•$75/sqft•Agent Provided
Pending Sale$112,900
May 24, 2017•$80/sqft•CENTURY 21 Gold
Listed For Sale$112,900
May 3, 2017•$80/sqft•CENTURY 21 Gold
Pending Sale$112,900
Apr 13, 2017•$80/sqft•CENTURY 21 Gold
Price Change$112,900
Mar 9, 2017•$80/sqft•CENTURY 21 Gold
Pending Sale$114,900
Feb 24, 2017•$82/sqft•CENTURY 21 Gold
Listed For Sale$114,900
Nov 3, 2016•$82/sqft•Century 21 Gold - Exeter
Sold$74,500
Aug 3, 1995•$53/sqft•Agent Provided
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$3,760$72,000
Apr 10, 2024$3,466$72,000
Apr 10, 2023$3,253$72,000
Apr 10, 2022$3,199$72,000
Apr 10, 2021$3,124$72,000
Apr 10, 2020$3,124$72,000
Apr 10, 2019$3,058$72,000
Apr 10, 2018$3,004$72,000
Apr 10, 2017$2,947$72,000
Apr 10, 2016$873$72,000
Apr 10, 2015$873$72,000
Apr 10, 2014—$72,000
Apr 10, 2013—$72,000
Apr 10, 2012—$72,000
Apr 10, 2011—$72,000
Apr 10, 2010—$72,000
Apr 10, 2009—$72,000
Apr 10, 2008—$72,000
Apr 10, 2007—$72,000
Apr 10, 2006—$72,000
Apr 10, 2005—$72,000
Apr 10, 2004—$72,000
Apr 10, 2003—$72,000
Apr 10, 2002—$72,000
Apr 10, 2000—$72,000
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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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