$359,900
PENDING

118 Octagon Ave Reading, PA 19608

Estimated payment $2,302/month

Total Views 10,480
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,918 Sq Ft
$188 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Wilson West Middle School Rated 9+
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Solar owned by a third party

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled split level with a fenced in back yard in the Wilson School District. You will love the bright and cheery first floor open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen with a view of the wood burning fireplace from all rooms. Both the living room and the dining room have hardwood flooring and an abundance of natural lighting. The kitchen has been beautifully remodeled with LVT flooring, new cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a huge island with electric and seating for four people. The upper level features 3 bedrooms and a remodeled bathroom with tile surround. The lower level offers a cozy family room, remodeled half bath, and laundry facilities, and a walkout, 1 car garage. The backyard is fenced in and offers the perfect place for recreation or dining on the patio. There is economical natural gas heat and central air, and the existing solar panel lease will be paid off by the seller; thereby helping you save on utility costs. Come take a look and be home for the holidays.

Listing Agent

Mary Brickner

(610) 823-3485 mbrickner@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS316723 Listed on: 10/26/2025

RE/MAX Of Reading

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,807

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement with some natural light

Schools

  • Whitfield Elementary School
  • Wilson Middle School
  • Wilson High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by a third party
  • Patio

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Milbeth Village Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7951
  • Assessor Parcel Number 79-4386-10-36-7951

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,807

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Washer & Dryer and Basement Refrigerator. Swing Set is Negotiable
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Kitchen Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 10/27/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1918
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1918
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 224.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1606
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 312
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 312
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: WHITFIELD
  • High School: WILSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILSON

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RES

Green Features

  • Green Power: Pv Solar Array(s) Leased
  • Green Remarks: Solar Panel Lease with Sunova will be paid off by seller with acceptable offer.

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3186.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4807.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 79-4386-10-36-7951
  • Tax Lot: 7951
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WILSON

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,784 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2024 $4,672 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2023 $4,520 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2022 $4,407 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2021 $4,237 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2020 $4,237 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2019 $4,173 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2018 $4,102 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2017 $4,039 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2016 $1,443 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2015 $1,443 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
2014 $1,443 $100,200 $34,900 $65,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/05/2025 11/05/25 Pending -- -- --
10/26/2025 10/26/25 For Sale $359,900 +84.6% $188 / Sq Ft
05/09/2016 05/09/16 Sold $195,000 -2.5% $102 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/15/2016 03/15/16 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2016 02/19/16 For Sale $199,900 -- $104 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $195,000 None Available
Deed $110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $185,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2064714

Bright MLS

APN: 79-4386-10-36-7951