228 S 4th St Reading, PA 19602
Downtown Reading NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,115/month
Total Views
24,436
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,434
Sq Ft
$136
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Formal Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- No HOA
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- 4-minute walk to Riverfront Park
About This Home
Welcome to 228 S 4th St, beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 2-full-bathroom home offering the perfect blend of charm and modern convenience. Boasting fairly high ceilings and recessed lighting throughout, this home feels bright, open, and inviting from the moment you walk in. The main level features a private bedroom and full bathroom—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a convenient home office setup; an eat in kitchen along with separate living room / family room areas. Upstairs, you'll find four additional private bedrooms, including a stylish sliding barn door that leads to the 5th bedroom on the third level. Enjoy cooking in the updated kitchen equipped with gas cooking, brand-new appliances, and a sleek design. The home has been thoughtfully upgraded from top to bottom, including a brand new natural gas water heater, electric heating, and more. Step outside to your long, deep fenced-in backyard—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or play. A covered rear patio area adds a great space for outdoor dining or relaxing in the shade. Don't miss your chance to see this in person and make this your new home!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $631
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,434 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Utilities
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 05-5306-26-78-1796
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $380 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2024 | $622 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2023 | $612 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2022 | $612 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2021 | $612 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2020 | $606 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2019 | $606 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2018 | $606 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2017 | $602 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2016 | $344 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2015 | $344 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
| 2014 | $316 | $14,000 | $3,600 | $10,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | Price Changed | $194,900 | -2.5% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Price Changed | $199,900 | -2.5% | $139 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | For Sale | $205,000 | +561.3% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2019 09/04/19 | Sold | $31,000 | -22.5% | $22 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2019 07/17/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2019 05/20/19 | For Sale | $40,000 | -- | $28 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $102,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $31,000 | Title Services | |
| Deed | $23,500 | None Available | |
| Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure | -- | M & G Title Service Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $211,500 | Commercial |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2060182
APN: 05-5306-26-78-1796
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