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26 Margaret Dr
Reading, PA, 19609 • 19609 • Berks County
$325,000
$281/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
1,155Sqft
0.13 acLot
1958Built
Property DNA
Cape Cod Style
Built 1958 · 68 years of history
None Available
19609
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
1-Car Garage
Basement · On Street · Attached
Just Listed
Listed Apr 9, 2026
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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$281/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1958
Welcome to 26 Margaret Drive in the highly desirable Wyomissing community—where timeless charm of this brick cape cod style home meets modern updates in all the right places. This home shines with gorgeous refinished hardwood floors, fully updated kitchen and bathrooms, new carpeting and freshly painted. The kitchen has been thoughtfully renovated with sleek tile flooring and quartz countertops, creating a space that’s as perfect for everyday living as it is for entertaining. The main floor boasts beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. There is an updated full bathroom and 2 bedrooms. Upstairs you will find another full bathroom and 2 additional bedrooms with brand new carpet. Downstairs you will find an unfinished walkout basement with potential for additional living space, storage, and access to the garage. The adorable covered back porch is perfect for entertaining and can be accessed from the kitchen or walkout basement. There is plenty of parking on the long driveway in addition to the attached 1 car garage. Located in the sought-after Wyomissing area—close to shopping, dining, and parks. This home is truly move-in ready and waiting for its next chapter.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy fireplace, quartz countertops, and freshly painted as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,018/month
Principal & Interest$1,585
Property Tax$325
Insurance$108
Down payment20% ($65,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.16% rate · 30yr fixed · $260,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1958
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot5,662 sqft
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$281
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCape Cod
Year built1958
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofPitched,Shingle
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingBasement, On Street, Attached
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood19609
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$4,164
Parcel96439606481493
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Basement
On Street
Attached
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. value$336,600
Est. rent$2,182/mo
Tax rate1.51%
Price/sqft$281
On marketApr 9, 2026
PostedApr 9, 2026
Last sold$236,000
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views259
Favorites18
How are the schools in Reading?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Reading, PA, 19609
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 9, 2026Listed For Sale$325,000$281Bright MLS
Dec 19, 2025Sold$236,000$204Bright MLS
Dec 5, 2025Pending Sale$199,000$172Bright MLS
Dec 2, 2025Listed For Sale$199,000$172Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$325,000
Apr 9, 2026•$281/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$236,000
Dec 19, 2025•$204/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$199,000
Dec 5, 2025•$172/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$199,000
Dec 2, 2025•$172/sqft•Bright MLS
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$4,487$90,600
Apr 9, 2024$4,310$90,600
Apr 9, 2023$4,109$90,600
Apr 9, 2022$4,050$90,600
Apr 9, 2021$3,992$90,600
Apr 9, 2020$3,927$90,600
Apr 9, 2019$3,826$90,600
Apr 9, 2018$3,771$90,600
Apr 9, 2017$3,745$90,600
Apr 9, 2016$1,001$90,600
Apr 9, 2015$1,001$90,600
Apr 9, 2014—$90,600
Apr 9, 2013—$90,600
Apr 9, 2012—$90,600
Apr 9, 2011—$90,600
Apr 9, 2010—$90,600
Apr 9, 2009—$90,600
Apr 9, 2008—$90,600
Apr 9, 2007—$90,600
Apr 9, 2006—$90,600
Apr 9, 2005—$90,600
Apr 9, 2004—$90,600
Apr 9, 2003—$90,600
Apr 9, 2002—$90,600
Apr 9, 2000—$90,600
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Reading, PA • Berks County
Nearby neighborhoods
Flying HillsJacksonwaldLincoln ParkLoraneMontrose ManorReifftonSpring RidgeSpringmontWest WyomissingWhitfield
Nearby cities
BirdsboroBoyertownDouglassvilleFleetwoodHamburgKutztownMacungieMohnton
Nearby zip codes
19601196021960419605196061960719608196101961119640
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