For SaleHistoric · 106 yrs
39 Seminary Ave
Reading, PA, 19605 • 19605 • Berks County
$199,900
$182/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,098Sqft
0.07 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Street Views
Street
Ranch/Rambler Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Hyde Park
19605
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio · Porch
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade · Outbuilding
Premium Finishes
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Ceramic Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Just Listed
Listed Apr 10, 2026
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
133 views
People checking out this listing
10 saves
Buyers have saved this home
$182/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
Your new beginnings start here! This well-maintained rancher at the end of a quiet street is the perfect place to call home. Enclosed front porch gives you extra living space for relaxation or your in-home office. Large living room gives you room to spread out with hardwood floors. Spacious kitchen offers plenty of prep and storage space. Laundry set up right in the kitchen is a real time saver. All appliances stay, including washer and dryer to help get you started. Two bedrooms and modern full bath complete the main level. The walk-up attic gives you extra storage or future playroom for the little ones in your life. Basement offers extra space too, including new gas heater in 2025 giving you peace of mind. If you want to relax outdoors, then you will love the backyard deck with plenty of room to set up your grill and seating area. Off street parking and storage shed for your convenience. Terrific location is just a few minutes from 5th Street highway shopping, and Route 12 to get you anywhere quickly. Public transportation walking distance from your door gives you options. This is affordable one-floor living at its best! Don’t miss out on this great place, you will be proud to call home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights off street parking, storage shed, and basement offers extra space as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,310/month
Principal & Interest$1,044
Property Tax$200
Insurance$67
Down payment20% ($39,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $159,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
Parking2 Open Parking spaces
Lot3,049 sqft
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$182
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch/Rambler
ConditionVery Good
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
RoofPitched,Shingle
ConstructionCombination, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Masonry, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway
BasementConnecting Stairway,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Shelving
FencingWood
Lot3,049 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19605
ZoningR2
Annual tax$3,201
Parcel66531809065139
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Attic
Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Breakfast Area
Ceiling Fan(s)
Combination Dining/Living
Entry Level Bedroom
Floor Plan - Traditional
Eat-in Kitchen
Kitchen - Table Space
Dry Wall
Paneled Walls
Plaster Walls
Appliances
Dryer
Oven/Range - Gas
Range Hood
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic Tile
Laminate
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Hot Water
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Unit(s)
Electric
Laundry
Main Level
Dryer In Unit
Washer In Unit
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Chimney Cap(s)
Lighting
Flood Lights
Rain Gutters
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Parking
Driveway
Construction
Combination
Concrete
Copper Plumbing
CPVC/PVC
Frame
Masonry
Mixed Plumbing
Stick Built
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Front Yard
Interior Lot
Landscaped
Level
Open Lot
Rear Yard
SideYard(s)
Suburban
Views
Street
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Cable Available
Electricity Available
Natural Gas Available
Phone Available
Sewer Available
Water Available
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Outbuilding
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Main10×11 ft110 sqft
Bedroom2
Main10×8 ft80 sqft
Dining Room
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Other
Main10×6 ft60 sqft
Kitchen
Main15×12 ft180 sqft
Living Room
Main15×13 ft195 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$182
On marketApr 10, 2026
PostedApr 10, 2026
Last sold$210,000
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views133
Favorites10
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19605
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 10, 2026Listed For Sale$199,900$182Bright MLS
Apr 17, 2025Sold$210,000$191Bright MLS
Mar 3, 2025Pending Sale$200,000$182Bright MLS
Feb 27, 2025Listed For Sale$200,000$182Bright MLS
Feb 16, 2023Sold$173,800$158Bright MLS
Jan 8, 2023Pending Sale$173,800$158Bright MLS
Jan 3, 2023Listed For Sale$173,800$158Bright MLS
Oct 27, 2018Sold$105,000$96Public Record
Aug 21, 2018Listed For Sale$109,900$100C-21 Gold
Oct 5, 1999Sold$47,500$43Agent Provided
Listed For Sale$199,900
Apr 10, 2026•$182/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$210,000
Apr 17, 2025•$191/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$200,000
Mar 3, 2025•$182/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$200,000
Feb 27, 2025•$182/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$173,800
Feb 16, 2023•$158/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$173,800
Jan 8, 2023•$158/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$173,800
Jan 3, 2023•$158/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$105,000
Oct 27, 2018•$96/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$109,900
Aug 21, 2018•$100/sqft•C-21 Gold
Sold$47,500
Oct 5, 1999•$43/sqft•Agent Provided
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$3,201$61,300
Apr 10, 2024$2,951$61,300
Apr 10, 2023$2,770$61,300
Apr 10, 2022$2,724$61,300
Apr 10, 2021$2,660$61,300
Apr 10, 2020$2,660$61,300
Apr 10, 2019$2,603$61,300
Apr 10, 2018$2,557$61,300
Apr 10, 2017$2,509$61,300
Apr 10, 2016$743$61,300
Apr 10, 2015$743$61,300
Apr 10, 2014—$61,300
Apr 10, 2013—$61,300
Apr 10, 2012—$61,300
Apr 10, 2011—$61,300
Apr 10, 2010—$61,300
Apr 10, 2009—$61,300
Apr 10, 2008—$61,300
Apr 10, 2007—$61,300
Apr 10, 2006—$61,300
Apr 10, 2005—$61,300
Apr 10, 2004—$61,300
Apr 10, 2003—$61,300
Apr 10, 2002—$61,300
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Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
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Nearby zip codes
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