229 E Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA 19607
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OFF MARKET

229 E Lancaster Ave
Reading, PA 19607

  • Studio
  • 7,800 sqft

$244,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,630/mo*
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$244,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,630/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Studio
7,800 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$244K
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-2.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$23K (-8.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$64K (+35.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +33% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$243K
July 2026$249K
June 2026$249K
May 2026$248K
April 2026$240K
March 2026$247K
February 2026$234K
January 2026$261K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
332 E Walnut St, Shillington, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$300,000
07/28/26
6
2
3,880
307 E Lancaster Ave, Shillington, PA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$300,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,950
328 Wheatland Ave, Shillington, PA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$320,000
07/30/26
3
2
2,218
448 Gregg St, Shillington, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$315,000
02/20/26
3
1.5
1,456
136 E Elm St, Shillington, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$308,000
12/11/25
4
1.5
2,152
410 Gregg St, Shillington, PA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$390,000
06/19/26
4
2.5
1,595
405 State St, Shillington, PA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$297,500
03/31/26
3
2
1,892
235 Pennsylvania Ave, Shillington, PA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$337,000
05/15/26
4
2
1,864
523 Pershing Blvd, Shillington, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$190,000
09/30/25
2
1
733
123 High Blvd, Shillington, PA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$318,000
12/05/25
4
1.5
2,851

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
225 E Lancaster Ave, Shillington, PA 19607
0.02
$318,900
4
1.5
1,740
Off Market
31 N Waverly St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.03
$303,100
3
1.5
1,914
Off Market
307 E Lancaster Ave, Shillington, PA 19607
0.04
$300,000
3
1.5
1,950
Recently Sold
106 N Waverly St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.08
$328,500
3
2.5
1,665
Off Market
332 E Walnut St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.07
$300,000
6
2
3,880
Recently Sold
234 E Elm St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.10
$334,800
3
1.5
1,316
Off Market
344 E Elm St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.12
$350,800
3
2
2,299
Off Market
128 E Walnut St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.14
$333,600
3
2
1,783
Off Market
401 W Lancaster Ave, Shillington, PA 19607
0.12
$449,900
Studio
-
1,950
For Sale
401 E Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA 19607
0.12
$449,900
8
2.5
3,200
For Sale
210 N Waverly St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.14
$260,800
3
1
1,176
Off Market
214 N Waverly St, Shillington, PA 19607
0.15
$279,000
3
1.5
1,301
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1931
Living Area
7,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$31
Parking
Garage

About this House

High traffic count, excellent visibility, Large built in signage.... This location offers a ton of potential. Building is currently a shell, could be finished to your business needs or you could build new....virtually unlimited possibilities in this growing business district!!!
229 E Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA 19607 is a studio, 7,800 sqft single-family home built in 1931. It last sold for $179,000 on May 8, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $244,100, with a rent estimate of $1,710/month.

Home Details for 229 E Lancaster Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, OtherCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1931
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 8, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$179,000
Jun 2, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$219,000
Jan 29, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$219,000
Dec 23, 2008
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$219,000
Dec 10, 2008
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$219,000

Market trends in Shillington

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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What Locals Say about Shillington

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Nickycheergirl
    "i love this neighborhood! i lived here for 14 years!!! That’s why i’m looking to get my own place in this area for me and my kids "
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  • F2pv4rfyk2
    "I suppose that it is good there’s nothing bad really about it i like living here for the most part I wish there was more to do tho"
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  • Song Lee
    "There are lots of dogs in the park sometimes unleashed. So be careful with small ones. As far as I know, our neighborhood is quite safe. But you can hear time to time loud foreign music blasting from the car passing or partying neighbors house. "
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  • Anny D.
    "Nice near by parks with playground. Great outdoors activities. Pool area hiking trails basketball court as baseball field. As well as sitting area to celebrate birthday parties. Great neighborhood."
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  • Ari Ali
    "Not my type of neighborhood. It is too quiet and uneventful and everyone seems miserable and mean. They make visitors move their car as if we don’t all have our own driveways "
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  • Reneplacido9
    "Community days once a year event with fireworks and a carnival. Memorial Day parade, Easter bunny parade and Santa parade "
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  • Richard D.
    "personal vehicle,very safe ,nice neighborhood ,close to shops only young homeowner around lots of older folks"
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  • Jordan M.
    "I’m just visiting but overall i do enjoy the neighborhood and very pleased about everything i see so far. "
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  • Syaire J.
    "People speed down the back roads so you really have to watch for cars. But overall a cute little town to live in. "
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  • Hallie M.
    "There are a lot of kids that hang out at the local wawa and whatnot and no one seems to bother them, so I'd say it's a pretty safe area"
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  • EV
    "I have lived in Shillington for three years. Neighbors are kind and is a very quiet and cleaned area. School district is very good."
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  • Villanuevaerika32
    "My neighborhood has great acces to public transportation and has a great commute. supermarkets, gas stations. distict school is excellent. "
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  • Rochelle R.
    "There is a park across the main street were people run, walk, jog and take their dogs. Close to grocery, food, and retail stores. "
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  • Edna V.
    "quiet area peaceful a lot of places around the area easy access to a lot of stores supermarkets gas stations"
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  • Liyahmel06
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for 7 years and it's very nice and quiet. good neighborhood to raise kids."
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  • Rick S.
    "excellent for shopping, plenty of grocery, and consumable stores, park, fishing, nightlife, parking, etc., great area to live in."
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  • aaronccostenbader
    "As a young, recently married couple, we have lived in Shillington for 3+ years. It is safe, clean and quiet. The location is perfect--low-cost of living, walking access to amenities, public transportation and close proximity to highways to get where you need to go."
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Frequently asked questions about 229 E Lancaster Ave

  • What is 229 E Lancaster Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 229 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA is $244,100.
  • What is the price history for 229 E Lancaster Ave?
    229 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA last sold for $179,000 in May 2023.
  • Is Reading a buyer's or seller's market?
    Reading is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Reading?
    Residents describe Reading, PA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Reading, PA.
  • Does 229 E Lancaster Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 229 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 229 E Lancaster Ave?
    The lot at 229 E Lancaster Ave in Reading, PA is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).