56 Howard St, Reading, PA 19609
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56 Howard St
Reading, PA 19609

Springmont
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,852 sqft

$309,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,056/mo*
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$309,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,056/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,852 sqft

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,852 sqft
Price/Sqft
$167

About this House

Why buy when you can rent this charming detached brick home in the highly sought-after Wilson School District? This beautiful home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, making it ideal for family living. The white kitchen cabinetry adds a fresh, modern touch, and hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas. The living room features built-in shelves and a cozy brick fireplace, perfect for relaxing. With a detached garage and ample outdoor space, this property provides all the comforts you need.

Tenant pays: Cable TV, Cooking Fuel, Electricity, Gas, Heat, Hot Water, Insurance, Lawn/Tree/Shrub Care, Sewer, Snow Removal, Utilities - All, Water
Owner Pays: Insurance, Taxes-Real Estate
Lease Term: 12 months
56 Howard St, Reading, PA 19609 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,852 sqft single-family home in Springmont. It last sold for $119,000 on Aug 4, 1992 (4,032% above the $2,880 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2024 with an asking price of $2,880 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 20, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $309,000, with a rent estimate of $2,252/month.

Home Details for 56 Howard St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached, On Site

Price History for 56 Howard St

DatePriceEventSource
02/20/2025$2,880ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
12/29/2024$2,880Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/04/1992$119,000Sold
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Market trends in Reading

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$247K
$10KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
Price per sq ft
$157
$3MoM
Available listings
360
25MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,642
Assessment$104,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 56 Howard St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
30 E Court Blvd, West Lawn, PA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,306
2923 Elm Pl, West Lawn, PA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$214,900
04/29/26
3
1
1,330
14 Laird St, Reading, PA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$275,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,274
119 Norman St, West Lawn, PA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$330,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
1,838
102 Intervilla Ave, West Lawn, PA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$248,000
11/24/25
3
1.5
1,850
29 Keppel Ave, West Lawn, PA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$263,000
05/18/26
2
1.5
1,654
2552 Garfield Ave, West Lawn, PA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$255,000
02/20/26
3
1.5
2,038
3016 Belmont Ave, West Lawn, PA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$360,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,462
2921 Belmont Ave, Reading, PA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$300,000
08/14/25
2
1.5
1,104
2621 Girard Ave, West Lawn, PA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$235,000
10/08/25
3
2
1,452

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Springmont
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What Locals Say about Springmont

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

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

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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