District 8
Neighborhood in Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19602
Row houses for affordable prices
District 8’s row houses were all built around the early 1900s; some maintain their original red brick exteriors, while some have been updated with colorful siding. Despite homes being typically under 1,300 square feet, most listings have four to five bedrooms and multiple levels. Prices range from $110,000 to $160,000, while some go for above $200,000. The homes generally have small, covered porches and short stoops that lead directly onto the city’s wide sidewalks. Parking is usually on-street.
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Pendora Park and the Olivet Boy's & Girl's Club
Pendora Park runs parallel to District 8 and offers plenty of after-school amenities. Over 6 acres wide, the park has a playground and various sports facilities that are free to the public. Family gatherings are common at the park’s pavilion and field house, and residents can rent out sports equipment or even the venue itself for events. Many local children spend their free time at the Olivet Boy's & Girl's Club, which can also be found at Pendora Park. City Park is considered Reading’s central green space and is a 1/2 mile from District 8. Nearly 50 acres, the park features an all-abilities playground, a splash pad and benches. Beyond the playground are many walking trails and historic statues, as well as basketball and tennis courts. The park also houses the Veteran's Grove Memorial Park and the Volunteer Fireman’s Memorial Amphitheater where community and seasonal events will occasionally take place.
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Reading School District's solution to overpopulation
Students can attend 16th and Haak Elementary, which has a D-plus rating on Niche. Most local children can walk to school every morning because the school sits right at the center of District 8. Students can move on to Southern Middle School, which has a D grade on Niche and is under 1 mile away. High schoolers can attend Reading Senior High School 1 1/2 miles away, which earns a C-minus on Niche. While the staff works hard to best serve all of Reading’s high schoolers, Marjorie DeJesus, a seasoned Reading-area Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty, sheds some light on the school district’s struggles and development plans. “The fact that there’s only one high school is a downside of the area,” she says. “There’s definitely an overpopulation issue at Reading High, but the school district is planning on building a new STEM school soon. That will take some of the pressure off Reading High, and it’s going to be so good for the kids and the community.”Traveling by car and nearby public transport
Generally, the Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority, also known as BARTA, would provide the area with public transportation. However, the closest BARTA bus stop to the area is the RDI stop, which is a little over 1 mile away. Therefore, most locals travel by car, and some even work outside the city. Residents are about 56 miles from Philadelphia and can arrive there by car in under two hours via 422 and Interstate 76. Lehigh Valley International Airport is the nearest airport to the area at 40 miles away.
Peruvian flavors and sweet ice cream shops
There are a few nearby supermarkets where residents can get groceries. On the other side of U.S. Route 422 is Shop Smart Supermarket, while Guru Sub and Grocery Store is two streets down. For a sit-down meal, locals love The Blue Farm Chicken & Ceviche Shop, a nearby Peruvian restaurant serving authentic Latin American eats. Customers appreciate how large the portions are and how flavorful each dish is for prices that don’t break the bank. Or locals head over to Tambora Restaurant, a cozy Spanish restaurant only a couple streets away. Around the corner is Traveler’s Pub, a well-loved hole-in-the-wall bar where residents like to grab drinks together and play darts. La Niña Fresa is a favorite among children and adults alike to stop by for a sweet treat. The shop is known for its creamy and refreshing ice cream and aguas frescas, as well as familiar Mexican candies and snacks like horchata and spicy street corn.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kevin Toll
Kevin Toll
KW Empower
(484) 446-2565
390 Total Sales
1 in District 8
$150,000 Price
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The Sands Team
The Sands Team
Responds QuicklySands & Company Real Estate
(484) 755-3964
181 Total Sales
2 in District 8
$150K - $210K Price Range
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Taj Simmons
Taj Simmons
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(484) 755-3889
150 Total Sales
1 in District 8
$200,000 Price
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Dino D'Orazio
Dino D'Orazio
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
(484) 922-8473
168 Total Sales
1 in District 8
$220,000 Price
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Jason Miller
Jason Miller
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(484) 755-3624
60 Total Sales
1 in District 8
$385,000 Price
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Mary Robins
Mary Robins
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
(484) 603-3816
79 Total Sales
1 in District 8
$280,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pendora Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Waterpark
Egelman Park
City Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
16th & Haak Playground
Riverfront Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Skateboard
E.J. Dives Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | District 8 | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
District 8 Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in District 8, Reading sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in District 8, Reading over the last 12 months is $159,000, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$159,500
Median Sale Price
$159,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$159,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
38%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$91
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
322
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,741
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,819
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,677
Median Age
31
Population Density
41 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,383
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,806
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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