552 S  19th St, Reading, PA 19606
FOR SALE

552 S 19th St
Reading, PA 19606

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,806 sqft
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,806 sqft

$225,000

Est. Mortgage $1,566/mo*

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Description

Discover a captivating haven nestled in the heart of Reading, Pennsylvania. This meticulously renovated property offers an exquisite blend of modernity and charm. Boasting five bedrooms and two pristine full bathrooms, this home has been thoughtfully crafted to provide unparalleled comfort and style. Step into the sleek, new modern kitchen adorned with quartz countertops and brand new appliances, inviting culinary adventures and delightful gatherings. The spacious living room welcomes you with ample space, illuminated by LED lights dancing on high ceilings, creating an ambiance of warmth and sophistication. New windows flood the interiors with natural light, while new flooring flows seamlessly throughout the house, adding a touch of elegance to every step. A new roof ensures peace of mind and protection for years to come. Outside, a covered front porch adorned with beautiful stone facade welcomes you home, while a fenced patio offers privacy and serenity. Ascend to the second floor to discover a charming balcony overlooking the scenic surroundings, perfect for quiet moments of reflection or entertaining guests. Nestled in a prime location, this property offers convenience and accessibility to all that Reading has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exquisite retreat your own. Request your private tour today!

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$125
Listed
29 days ago

Home Details for 552 S 19th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1806 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,RadiatorNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt WoodPatio / Porch: Enclosed PatioExterior: Balcony
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: No Garage
Frontage
Road Frontage: Public RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1806 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 29

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16531641574214

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $225,000Price Per Sqft: $125
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Available

Location

Direction & Address
City: Reading CityCommunity: Not in Development
School Information
Elementary School: Sixteenth & Haak El SchoolJr High / Middle School: Central Middle SchoolHigh School: Reading Senior High School

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 734807

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1806 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lehigh Valley MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1437.48 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 734807
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Rosa Ylonka Perez , (347) 432-0612
IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley, (610) 766-7200
Originating MLS: Lehigh Valley MLS
Source: GLVR, MLS#734807

Price History for 552 S 19th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/01/2024$225,000Listed For SaleGLVR #734807
07/24/2023$55,000Sold
N/A
12/22/2016$32,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/15/2016$32,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/29/2016$58,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$2,063
Assessment$47,200
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Comparable Sales for 552 S 19th St

Address
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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.05
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$131,000
09/29/23
4
2
1,152
0.25
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$127,000
04/12/24
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2
1,411
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$125,000
06/20/23
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0.11
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03/29/24
5
3
1,834
0.28
Townhouse
$53,000
09/08/23
3
2
1,036
0.24
Townhouse
$150,000
05/10/23
4
2
1,656
0.10
Townhouse
$179,900
03/08/24
4
2
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$170,000
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2
1,666

What Locals Say about Reading

  • Pchacon2122
    "Neighbors are pet friendly and I have ample space for my dogs in my yard. I feel my dogs are safe in our yard/home "
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  • D. Rivera
    "Absolutely nothing. I moved here because I lived among the elderly and they began moving and selling their homes after Covid. Now the neighbors are loud with music playing constantly. Outside smoking weed and using profanity all the time. Gets worse during the summer time. I cannot let my kids outside to ply because there is no respect for them as children."
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  • Trulia User
    "Never leave your children alone outside. Many predators live in the area and it’s just not safe to leave them alone. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation. It's near to a lot of market, you can get your foods ordered and delivered with no problem. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have everything l need close and you can buy cheap. A lot of job opportunities and excellent payments. The rent is not expensive and you can buy a house for an Amazing price. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is dangerous and not safe for kids. I am expecting twins and do not feel comfortable living here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Evening music and live action and drama. There are usually festivals and community events during all seasons "
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a dog swim every year on the last day that the pool is open where the dogs of the area get to go swimming. They also do a family night out every year where they show a movie on a big screen and have police and fire trucks teaching safety and playing games and vendors "
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  • Marienel L.
    "Great neighborhood and great neighbors. Very quiet very calm. Many things are close like the highways and the supermarket and shopping malls. "
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  • Marienel L.
    "It’s Quiet and calm. Reading high is close by. They have football games Albright is close by as well. They have different community events with the radio and tv. "
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  • Maggie O.
    "Fast commute out of city, traffic flows well most times and isn't backed up. Drivers work well together and minimal aggression like in other cities."
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  • Mojojojo2290
    "movie nights Halloween parades christmas parades back to school handouts free haircuts for back to school plenty of things for the kids to do "
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  • Nmassi
    "Commuting is okay most of the time. The roads get easily congested and the streets in my neighborhood are too narrow for both side parking."
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  • CAROLINAHIDALGO21
    "No parking anywhere. It’s like if each house has 15 cars parked on the street. Going to work is not that bad but coming home is the problem. "
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  • Yvettebest2
    "my neighbor hood has great access to public transportation. The services are extremely considerate. Most if the neighbors look out for each other though the area is not perfect. It is rather workable if in need."
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  • Nilrivera
    "good neighbors and there is a park up the next block short distance to buy stop and Groceries store and a pharmacy Rite aid.."
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  • Andrew P.
    "It is extraordinarily unsafe. Drug use and profiting off of those addicted to said substances are apparent to the point of being unavoidable on a daily basis. Leaving the psuedosanctity of these vermin infested buildings after eight pm is the equivalent of a suicide wish. I fear for my safety at all times."
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  • Sr.momsheart.4
    "Quite peaceful great place to raise your children. Everyone is polite,friendly. I just love the peace and quite can’t wait to move here"
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  • Unknownfemale88
    "It’s a very good neighborhood everyone says hi to each other and if we need something we are there to help each other if we can "
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  • Denisse C.
    "Great neighborhood Great schools Kids play outside in the summer and neighborhoods are friendly and kind Low taxes and house are affordable "
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  • Trulia User
    "People let their dogs poop everywhere walking my kids to school we’d have to navigate poop the whole walk"
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  • Maureen B.
    "we look out for each other!! neighborhood watch we never let the kids walk to school alone! they always go in twos or more. "
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  • Peacekingaboriginal
    "The safety and love of the company. security is a must and the safety of our children and community is key "
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  • Trulia User
    "not too many parks to walk the dogs. but I guess there is always a way to get things done. this city have a great potential for open minded people willing to accept reality. "
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  • Mxsroseii
    "nothing its the worst. everyday is a shootout and multiple murders. daily rapes and kidnap of children. its disgusting "
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  • No1sun29
    "I don’t know of any at the time other than city park events. I live on the south side of town. Reading School District has sporting events"
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  • Bsd19557
    "dog owners would not like all of the trash,litter and contamination in my neighborhood at all. i feel like dog owners would like the park though"
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  • Luisa F. .
    "Most of the places here there not accepting pets anymore specially dogs. It becoming kind of annoying that there’s no space for them."
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  • Simplemobilen
    "Is not good place for children And he is not good please to park the car ouve nights and Late homeless people they open the car Andbegging you for the money and follow you to the door of the house"
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  • Sarah H.
    "absolutely nothing. its shootings, robberies, killings, fights. only good thing are the bodegas. whole city is trash, the drug problems, the violence, the senseless shootings. "
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  • Bria S.
    "people walk their dogs but not on a leash always. very rarely are there dogs being walked mainly kids outside."
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  • Andrew L.
    "I have lived here for 3 years and it is very dangerous. there was a murder in my driveway. no one should live here. "
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  • Mickie H.
    "The noise , the cars , the kids , the city lights. The gun shots, the cops, traffic, how bad the parking is. "
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  • Rose W.
    "We don’t have any because of all the drug dealers. The “events” we have or police activity due to shootings! I wish Reading,PA (The City) could get cleaned up! "
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  • Mary S.
    "What makes my neighborhood different years ago I would say you could play outside and enjoy sitting on the porch now you better worry about who will rob or steal from you. "
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  • Mary S.
    "To be careful and don’t go out after dark unless someone is with you for protection because if you don’t it may not be safe out there walking at night "
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  • Diana I.
    "School needs better education, better education system. Schools are over crowded. Reading needs more activities for our teenagers and younger ones."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great park in the neighborhood. Close schools including college. Major highways are within a mile. Very quiet neighborhood "
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  • Mary4q42018
    "just looking around to what my chooses are .. and my neighbor has alot of shopping close distances .............."
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  • Cryptos R.
    "We feel good! I have a dog, and walking around home is safe. We need to scrub our dog, but is normal!"
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Rosa Ylonka Perez , IronValley RE of Lehigh Valley
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
552 S 19th St, Reading, PA 19606 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,806 sqft townhouse built in 1918. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GLVR on Apr 1, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 734807.