Saint Mary's
Neighborhood in Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19602
Inexpensive but historic row houses
St. Mary’s housing is made up of historic row houses; most homes were built in the early 1900s and have less than 1300 square feet. However, listings usually have four to five bedrooms and multiple levels. Prices range from $46,000 to $85,000 for models with less square footage that may need to be remodeled, while newly renovated listings can go for between $130,000 and $180,000. The homes generally have short, concrete stoops that lead directly onto the city’s wide sidewalks. On-street parking is the norm, but some homes do have detached garages that can generally fit one or two cars.
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Parks closeby and after school activities
Pendora Park is 1 mile away from St. Mary’s. Over 6 acres wide, the park has a playground, various sports facilities, and the Olivet Boy's & Girl's Club, which can be found at the eastern end of the area. 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. City Park is considered Reading’s central green space and is a little over a 1/2 mile from St. Mary’s. Nearly 50 acres, the park features an all-abilities playground and a splash pad, as well as basketball and tennis courts. Beyond the playground are many walking trails and historic statues that are part of the park’s Veteran's Grove Memorial Park. City Park is also home to the Volunteer Fireman’s Memorial Amphitheater, where community and holiday events will occasionally take place.
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School murals and community-focused extracurriculars
Students can attend 16th and Haak Elementary School, which is about 1 mile away and has a D-plus rating on Niche. At 16th and Haak, students and staff foster community building through the arts; the school has an annual tradition where students come together to paint murals representing the unique qualities of their school and city. Students can move on to Southern Middle School, which has a D grade on Niche and a 1/2 mile away, followed by Reading Senior High School. Reading High is 1 1/2 miles away, earns a C-minus on Niche, and has many community-focused clubs and activities, like Knights 4 Social Justice, Project Peace, Community Knights and AEVIDUM, a mental health and suicide prevention student coalition.Car-dependent travel with some public transport options
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 slightly under 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 an hour and 20 minutes via U.S. Route 422 and Interstate 76. The closest airport, Lehigh Valley International Airport, is about 44 miles away.Latin comfort food only a mile away
St. Mary’s locals have a few options within the neighborhood for their grocery shopping. Exodo Grocery Store is a bodega-style store that sells everyday cooking essentials and has an in-house butcher shop. El Primo Grocery And Deli sits on the neighborhood's eastern side and provides essential grocery items alongside quick, on-the-go bites. Residents must travel outside the neighborhood to find dine-in restaurants, but a warm meal is only 1 mile away. El Tronco Restaurant is a small, family-run business that offers flavorful Dominican-style dishes, and right next door, El Papi Restaurant serves traditional Latin American comfort food, like mofongo and empanadas, for prices as low as $10. For a drink after work, locals like to frequent Stork Bar a little over a 1/2 mile away. The spot has weekly eight-ball tournaments, and customers appreciate the quality and price of its Latin-inspired pub fare.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Brown
David Brown
HomeSmart Nexus Realty Group - Blue Bell
(267) 273-2115
47 Total Sales
1 in Saint Mary's
$60,000 Price
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Karen Harbster
Karen Harbster
Responds QuicklyBold Realty
(484) 869-7946
41 Total Sales
1 in Saint Mary's
$53,000 Price
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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 Saint Mary's
$187,000 Price
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Johanna Castaneda
JC
Johanna Castaneda
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-4298
94 Total Sales
1 in Saint Mary's
$169,900 Price
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John Smart
John Smart
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(267) 627-3762
31 Total Sales
1 in Saint Mary's
$219,900 Price
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Autumn Sanger
Autumn Sanger
Responds QuicklyCompass RE
(717) 454-2133
67 Total Sales
2 in Saint Mary's
$80K - $100K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 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 | Saint Mary's | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Saint Mary's Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Mary's, Reading sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Mary's, Reading over the last 12 months is $129,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$129,950
Median Sale Price
$129,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$129,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$140,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
503
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,323
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,018
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306
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
1,910
Median Age
31
Population Density
48 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,909
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,234
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
69.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%
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®
33
/ 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.
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