220 S 2nd Ave, Reading, PA 19611
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SOLD
DEC 22, 2025

220 S 2nd Ave
Reading, PA 19611

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 sqft

$225,000

Last Sold: Dec 22, 2025
6% below list $240K
$188/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,490/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$225,000

Last Sold: Dec 22, 2025
6% below list $240K
$188/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,490/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Welcome to your new home in the heart of West Reading! This updated and super clean 2-bedroom semi-detached home with an extra office or multi purpose space offers off street parking with a bonus side lot/ off street parking and has everything you need for easy, comfortable living. You’ll love being just steps away from all the shops, restaurants, and cafés that West Reading is known for, plus the beautiful park system and Reading Museum are right nearby for weekend strolls or a little fresh air. With its move-in ready condition and inviting vibe, this home makes it easy to settle in and start enjoying everything the neighborhood has to offer.
220 S 2nd Ave, Reading, PA 19611 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $225,000 on Dec 22, 2025 (6% below the $239,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2018 with an asking price of $1,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 10, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $233,600, with a rent estimate of $2,209/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$188/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 220 S 2nd Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above GradeFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Asphalt,On Street,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1200 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Twin/Semi-DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Stick BuiltNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 93530606385996

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $239,900Price Per Sqft: $188/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 22 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: WEST READINGCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: Wyomissing AreaJr High / Middle School District: Wyomissing AreaHigh School District: Wyomissing Area

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1200 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3485 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PABK2063386Municipality: WEST READING BOROAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1200
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Justin Horst, (610) 223-7664
Pagoda Realty
Bought with: Noelle Seaton, (973) 518-0510, NextHome Legacy Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PABK2063386

Price History for 220 S 2nd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/22/2025$225,000Sold
Bright MLS #PABK2063386
11/13/2025$239,900PendingBright MLS #PABK2063386
09/25/2025$239,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PABK2063386
10/10/2018$1,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/10/2018$1,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/02/2018$125,000Sold
N/A
06/13/2018$129,900PendingAgent Provided
05/31/2018$129,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/14/2017$66,000Sold
N/A
08/24/2017$86,900PendingAgent Provided
06/30/2017$86,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/09/2017$90,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in West Reading

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,788
Assessment$51,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 220 S 2nd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
206 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$255,000
12/04/25
3
1
1,232
397 Pine St, West Reading, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$305,000
05/26/26
4
2
2,010
120 S 5th Ave, Reading, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$264,900
06/18/26
4
1.5
1,220
406 Reading Ave, West Reading, PA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$315,000
12/31/25
4
1.5
1,859
409 Walnut St, West Reading, PA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$262,500
01/30/26
3
1.5
1,666

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What Locals Say about West Reading

At least 62 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there are community events

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Court N
    "We love west reading. My neighbors are nice. Always speak to the police. Amazing school district. #1 in the area"
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  • Felicia K.
    "There’s so many different things to do within walking distance. It’s quiet and people are friendly. "
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  • Sleepysharon
    "Nice parks and trails, excellent school district. Only area with growth, and a great Main Street with activists always happening."
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  • Dr.S
    "I drive my car by myself, and I love it. It's very quiet and peaceful in this neighborhood, and there's almost never a lot of traffic. "
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  • Rodney A.
    "nice walking area and museum is nearby to walk and enjoy. all dogs are required to be on a leash. there's a park that some people will allow their dogs to run"
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  • Rodney A.
    "daddy/ daughter dance egg hunts kiddie Christmas party farmers market great main street shops in my neighborhood we have great neighbors. "
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  • Jailyn M.
    "My commute is fine I work down the street and everything is within perfect walking or driving distance which is perfect."
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  • Tish D.
    "West Reading is a very nice neighborhood. They have a lot of events for the community. It’s also very safe, you always see police patrolling."
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  • Danhorman
    "They would like to walk their dogs around. There are a lot of places to take them. Some people don’t pick up the dog poop. That really grinds my gears!"
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  • andrea r
    "nice area close to everything. nice place to raise family outside of the city. playground and pool nearby. great area for walking, close to Penn Ave shops bars and restaurants. almost always events happening as well"
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  • Breigh B.
    "The two major roads in the area are a mile or less away in either direction. There’s usually lots of traffic on the road that connects West Reading to those highways, though. Lots of traffic lights and stops."
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  • Alexascloud
    "I can walk to most places because most places i need to go are close. However, if there is anywhere I need to go that I would not be comfortable walking (such as the mall or a Walmart) I can always take the bus since the barta bus goes to most places around town "
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  • Michele_ocallaghan
    "West Reading has great walk ability. Penn Avenue is full of small businesses. It is very safe and dog-friendly."
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  • Sdemmimg
    " West Reading has a small community feel where you can walk to many things and on a major bus route. It is also centrally located with many major cities being under an hour away."
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  • Danhorman
    "West Reading is an awesome place to live if you want convenient walking to everything. Shopping, Restaurants, Parks, Museum. It’s all here. "
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  • Robinhorman
    "Perfect mix of residential and commercial properties with a great small business community. We also have a hospital, museum, arboretum and hiking/biking trails. "
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  • siggins1
    "A Main Street Community with excellent restaurants, pubs and unique retail/shopping. Excellent recreation facilities with community swimming pool and summer recreation programs."
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  • chala59
    "I used to live there. It was a great safe area. You get every shop, restaurant or entertainment centers in one spot. If you have kids you will have a very good schools in one of the best school district"
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  • Vanessa D.
    "Plenty to do; Central location to just about anything you need. "
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  • Megan
    "I used to live on Penn Ave with Friends that lived on Wayne Ave and there was always plenty of off street parking available, the community was always great. You are located conveniently to all the great events they hold on Penn ave and the hospital and museum. "
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  • Pat R.
    "Can walk any where and great shops and restaurants. Only thing missing----a big name grocery store!"
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