Northwest Reading
Neighborhood in Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19601, 19605
Victorian row homes and multi-family twin homes dominate Northwest Reading
Northwest Reading's wide sidewalks make it a very walkable neighborhood. Locals can sift through free little libraries around the neighborhood on their walks. Smith doesn't live in Reading but has strong family ties to the city. "My dad's family is from Reading. My grandfather grew up two blocks from my office," Smith says. In Northwest Reading, many live in Victorian-style row homes with small front yards. Most row homes have three or five bedrooms. Twin homes — two-family homes that share a wall — are also available in the neighborhood. While single-family homes in the neighborhood aren't common, those who live in them are provided more space and larger lots. Homes in Northwest Reading typically cost between $100,000 and $300,000. "Reading is very affordable compared to the areas around it, including the counties," says Liz Egner, the team leader and owner of The Liz Egner Group at Re/MAX of Reading.
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Small neighborhood parks offer athletic fields and playgrounds
Neighborhood kids can play together at Keffer Park and Baer Park, two small neighborhood parks. Both parks have playgrounds, basketball courts and ball fields. At the Olivet Boys & Girls Club, neighborhood kids can join sports teams like flag football, soccer, baseball and basketball. Kids also receive homework assistance and support for achieving academic success in school. Northwest Reading residents can get their steps daily along the paved Schuylkill River Trail while taking in river views. Locals can cool off and swim on the river bank on hot summer days.
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Reading High serves nearly 6,000 students
Kids can attend the Reading School District. They can begin at one of several elementary schools like Northwest Elementary School, which has an overall D-plus rating from Niche. Students can then attend Northwest Middle School, which has an overall D rating from Niche. Reading Senior High School is the largest high school in the state, with roughly 5,500 students in the entire school. Reading Senior High has an overall C-minus rating from Niche. Reading is a sister city with Reutlingen, Germany, which allows high schoolers to apply to be part of a student exchange program. Reading students can apply and, if chosen, will travel to Reutlingen for two weeks in the fall, while German exchange students will come to Reading in the spring.
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U.S. Routes 422, 222 serve as main thoroughfares for the city
While no passenger rail exists in the city, Northwest Reading residents can get around by car and public transportation. U.S. Route 422 and U.S. Route 222 are major thoroughfares in the city. The Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) operates a fleet of hybrid electric buses from the BARTA center in downtown.
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Northwest Reading is the birthplace of The Legendary Cheese Steak
A Northwest Reading gem is Mike's Sandwich Shop. A neighborhood establishment for over 60 years, Mike's is known for its Legendary Cheese Steak and custom-made sandwiches. The Legendary Cheese Steak has over a pound of ribeye with American cheese melted into it, with the option of adding sautéed onions and peppers. The cheese steak is topped with the shop's famous sauce. Another neighborhood spot is Mike's Tavern. It's a local watering hole where residents meet and catch up over drinks and live music. For quick groceries, locals can pop into several corner stores around the neighborhood, like Eli's Corner. Larger grocery stores near Northwest include CTown Supermarket and Fine Fare Supermarket.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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WENDY JAMES
WENDY JAMES
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Supreme
(484) 978-9407
58 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Reading
$215,000 Price
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Lizeth Alanis
Lizeth Alanis
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 878-4432
63 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Reading
$105,000 Price
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Colette Stallworth
Colette Stallworth
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Gold
(484) 258-9401
75 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Reading
$122,000 Price
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Chelsea Bremner
Chelsea Bremner
Responds QuicklyBHHS Fox & Roach Malvern-Paoli
(610) 510-6550
53 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Reading
$150,000 Price
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Christine Jasinski
Christine Jasinski
Responds QuicklySterling Realty & Property Management, LLC
(484) 978-9781
96 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Reading
$335,000 Price
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Matthew Vernon
Matthew Vernon
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 755-3586
96 Total Sales
2 in Northwest Reading
$190K - $215K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- 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
Keffer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Northwest Reading | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwest Reading Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Reading, Reading sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Reading, Reading over the last 12 months is $200,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$204,900
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$202,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$125
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,214
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,671
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,922
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
5,758
Median Age
35
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,674
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,948
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
69%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.2%
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®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47
/ 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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