Greenwich
Neighborhood in Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19601
Victorian rowhomes and twin houses
Narrow townhouses line the streets of Greenwich, often with flat, Colonial-inspired exteriors or Victorian-era facades featuring bay windows. Most were built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, though some have gotten interior updates and a fresh coat of paint. While most homes sell between $100,000 and $200,000, recent renovations can push prices up to $250,000. "Reading is very affordable compared to the areas around it, including the counties," says Liz Egner, the team leader of the Liz Egner Group at Re/Max of Reading. The median home price in Greenwich is $160,000, compared to Berks County's $280,000. Twin homes — two-family homes that share a wall — are also popular here, with end-unit rowhomes being especially desirable. Many houses have covered front porches that spill out directly onto the sidewalks, and some have detached garages or space to park in the rear.
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Walk or bike the Schuylkill River Trail
Just west of the neighborhood, paved walking paths flank the winding Schuylkill River. Along this popular biking route are landings on the water for kayak and canoe access, and additional extensions are in the works that will fully connect the Schuylkill River Trail from Philadelphia to Reading in 2025. Multiple nearby playgrounds are popular after-school hangouts, including ones at Front Street and Schiller Street, Second Street and Oley Street and across from Northwest Elementary. The Reading Public Library Northwest Branch is also just north of the neighborhood and offers activities such as toddler art sessions, adult cooking workshops and various clubs for teens. The Olivet Boys' & Girls' Club gives kids a safe, supportive place to hang out after school by providing academic assistance, youth athletic leagues, plus mentorship programs to promote positive personal growth.
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Reading Senior High is the largest high school in Pennsylvania
Greenwich is part of the Reading School District. Homes here are zoned to Northwest Elementary, which holds a D-plus rating from Niche. Middle schoolers are divided between the D-rated Central Middle and Northwest Middle, which scores a D-plus. Dubbed “the castle on the hill” due to its imposing exterior, Reading Senior High is the largest high school in the state, with an enrollment of roughly 5,200 students and an overall rating of C-minus. The high school offers a student exchange program with Reading’s sister city, Reutlingen, Germany. If chosen, Reading Senior High students travel to Reutlingen for two weeks in the fall, while German exchange students visit Reading in the spring.
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Train tracks and BARTA public buses run through Greenwich
Roughly a mile from Downtown Reading, this urban neighborhood is both walkable and bikeable, though many residents also get around by car or public transportation. Hybrid electric buses in the Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority fleet stop on Schuylkill Avenue, providing access to Downtown Reading and Reading Regional Airport. Although residents living near the tracks may hear trains passing by, Reading currently has no passenger rail — but that could change soon. "There has been a lot of talk to restore rail service between Reading and Philadelphia," says Brad Smith, an archivist and associate director at Berks History Center and an adjunct professor at Alvernia University. "It will be really exciting and help stimulate growth for our city. Reading is certainly not without its challenges. We are still finding our footing, but I think there is a lot of reason for optimism." U.S. Route 422 is just across the river, putting residents about 60 miles from Philadelphia and Harrisburg. Reading Hospital is approximately 2 miles away in West Reading, a popular dining and shopping district.A diverse range of restaurants, including Café Esperanza, a pay-what-you-can cafe
Opened in 2022, Café Esperanza is a pay-what-you-can café and non-profit that fosters a community gathering space for more than just dining. Although it offers standard coffeehouse fare such as caffeinated drinks and sandwiches, the café is also a setting for education, art and music. The neighborhood also provides diverse cuisines at casual eateries such as Be Happy Chinese and El Roble Salvadoran Restaurant. Bodegas and neighborhood corner stores are every few blocks, including Dominican Grocery, Happy Mini Mart and Milenio Grocery. More groceries are just south down Schuylkill Avenue at Fine Fare Supermarket, with Dollar General and Family Dollar nearby.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jerry Buffa
Jerry Buffa
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
148 Total Sales
1 in Greenwich
$161,000 Price
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Kim Hartzell
Kim Hartzell
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Pinnacle
(717) 769-1046
73 Total Sales
1 in Greenwich
$100,000 Price
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Parker Wolfe
Parker Wolfe
Responds QuicklyPrime Home Real Estate, LLC
(717) 925-3121
136 Total Sales
2 in Greenwich
$60K - $155K Price Range
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Taj Simmons
Taj Simmons
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(484) 755-3889
150 Total Sales
2 in Greenwich
$100K - $160K Price Range
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Dino D'Orazio
Dino D'Orazio
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
(484) 922-8473
167 Total Sales
1 in Greenwich
$85,000 Price
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Johanna Castaneda
JC
Johanna Castaneda
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-4298
94 Total Sales
2 in Greenwich
$75K - $95K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Centre Park
Second & Oley Playground
Barbey's Park
Baer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Stonecliffe Recreation Area
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Greenwich | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Greenwich Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenwich, Reading sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenwich, Reading over the last 12 months is $173,700, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$168,000
Median Sale Price
$173,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$168,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$107
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,106
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,544
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,624
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,819
Median Age
32
Population Density
54 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,700
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,502
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Reading City Center
Cost friendly rowhouses and a slower pace in urban Reading
Downtown Reading
20th-century rowhouses within walking distance of shops, dining and attractions
Northwest Reading
A Reading city neighborhood with touches of charm
Sixth Ward
Affordable housing and cultural diversity in one of Reading's entrance corridors
West Reading
An old-fashioned vibe with easy access to all of life’s modern conveniences.
District 6
An urban residential area that houses East Reading’s only senior high school
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