427 S 5th Ave, Reading, PA 19611
OFF MARKET

427 S 5th Ave
Reading, PA 19611

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 700 sqft

$287,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,862/mo*
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$287,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,862/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1 Bath
700 sqft

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Description

Gorgeous second floor apartment features open floor plan, freshly painted gray kitchen with new granite tops and luxury vinyl plank flooring. Enjoy a huge Bedroom with closet space and an office. Includes heat, air conditioning, trash, water and sewer. Close to everything. Easy walk to all the shops and restaurants in West Reading. Off street parking.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 427 S 5th Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OtherCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In ClosetStorage
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 427 S 5th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/14/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/02/2024$1,450Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/14/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
03/11/2022$1,175Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
12/07/2012$139,000Sold
N/A
09/29/2012$139,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/31/2008$121,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,858
Assessment$52,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 427 S 5th Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
625 S 6th St, Reading, PA
1.19
Apartment
$170,000
09/24/25
3
1
2,298
149 N Front St, Reading, PA
0.89
Apartment
$125,000
07/09/25
5
2
1,678
614 Reading Ave, West Reading, PA
0.51
Apartment
$190,000
06/11/25
2
1
1,528
518 N 9th St, Reading, PA
1.74
Apartment
$315,000
06/10/25
1
1
800
618 Chestnut St, Reading, PA
1.20
Apartment
$160,000
12/18/25
4
2
2,176
601 S 6th St, Reading, PA
1.17
Apartment
$125,000
06/10/25
3
2
1,951
333 Spruce St, Reading, PA
0.91
Apartment
$25,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,695
1258 Girard Ave, Wyomissing, PA
0.88
Apartment
$263,000
02/11/26
4
1.5
1,710
146 N 10th St, Reading, PA
1.66
Apartment
$167,000
03/03/26
2
2
1,755
235 S 6th St, Reading, PA
1.16
Apartment
$375,000
07/09/25
4
4
2,831
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Assigned Schools

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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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427 S 5th Ave, Reading, PA 19611 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 sqft apartment built in 1926. This property is not currently available for sale. 427 S 5th Ave was last sold on Dec 7, 2012 for $139,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 427 S 5th Ave is $287,000.