$899,900

238 S 5th St Reading, PA 19602

Downtown Reading Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,769/month

Total Views 22,344
-- Bed
-- Bath
6,206 Sq Ft
$145 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.14 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Downtown Location
  • Carriage House
  • Porch
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more

About This Home

Calling all investors! 9 Unit Residential Victorian Style Apartment Building now available in the heart of the city. Central location makes residential units easy to rent. Excellent cash flow for both new and well experienced savvy investors. Please reach out today for additional details and to schedule your private showing.

Listing Agent

Jimmy Thelusca

Pagoda Realty License #RS333622 Listed on: 03/25/2025

Pagoda Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,497

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Downtown Location

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Carriage House
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 6,206 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Stove
  • Washer

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Outdoor Features

  • Playground
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • 4 Units
  • Income includes apartment rentals

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6684
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-5306-35-78-6684

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,497

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Expected On Market: 3/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: Calling all investors! 9 Unit Residential Victorian Style Apartment Building now available in the heart of the city. Central location makes residential units easy to rent. Excellent cash flow for both new and well experienced savvy investors. Please reach out today for additional details and to schedule your private showing.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Vinyl, Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 6206
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 6206
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 145.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 6206
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 238

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Carriage House
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Play Area
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 4200
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6098.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: MULTI

Rental Info

  • Existing Lease Type: Month To Month, Yearly
  • Owner Pays: Insurance, Sewer, Trash Collection, Taxes - Real Estate, Water
  • Rent Control: No
  • Units Leased Count: 9
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4176.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10497.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04-5306-35-78-6684
  • Tax Lot: 6684
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

Multi Family

  • Income Includes: Apartment Rentals
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 4,Unit 5,Unit 8,Unit 3,Unit 6,Unit 7,Unit 9

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Price Changed $899,900 -2.2% $145 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $919,900 -3.2% $148 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Price Changed $949,900 -1.0% $153 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $959,900 -- $155 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2054900

Bright MLS
Pennsylvania Berks County Reading 19602 Downtown Reading

238 S 5th St, Reading, PA

This home is located at 238 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602 and is currently priced at $899,900, approximately $145 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 238 S 5th St is a home located in Berks County with nearby schools including Tyson-Schoener Elementary School, Southwest Middle School, and Reading Senior High School.

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