$274,900

42 Adams St Reading, PA 19608

Estimated payment $1,784/month

Total Views 2,053
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,812 Sq Ft
$152 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Porch
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

Exceptionally well-maintained home with charming features throughout!
The covered front porch offers peaceful breezes and beautiful sunset views. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors (some carpeted for comfort), newer tilt-in windows, ceiling fans, and central air. The first floor includes two bedrooms—one currently used as a dining room—and a full bath with a tub and Corian surround. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms.
The finished lower level has a great room, featuring a dry bar, walk-out access through French doors to a patio, a full bath with stall shower and vanity, plus ample storage and a workshop area.
Out back, a spacious shed with vinyl siding and a fenced in yard. Sale is contingent on the owners finding their next home.

Listing Agent

Dave Mattes

(610) 334-0294 davidmattes@remax.net RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS-208588-L Listed on: 11/14/2025

RE/MAX Of Reading

Co-Listing Agent

Melanie Mattes

(610) 334-1239 mmattes@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS324988

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,021

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 10,018 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Governor Mifflin High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Run-In Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2661
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-4385-18-40-2661

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,021

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1812
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1812
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 200.66
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1370
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 442
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 442
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Run-in Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Wood
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Backs To Trees, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10018.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2805.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Quarterly
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4021.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-4385-18-40-2661
  • Tax Lot: 2661
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: GOVERNOR MIFFLIN

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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 $1,512 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2024 $3,897 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2023 $3,788 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2022 $3,693 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2021 $3,620 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2020 $3,620 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2019 $3,576 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2018 $3,511 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2017 $3,443 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2016 $1,277 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2015 $1,277 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
2014 $1,277 $84,700 $31,100 $53,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/14/2025 11/14/25 For Sale $274,900 +54.9% $152 / Sq Ft
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Sold $177,500 0.0% $80 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/29/2019 07/29/19 Off Market $177,500 -- --
07/27/2019 07/27/19 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2019 07/20/19 For Sale $176,000 -- $79 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $177,500 Signature Abstract
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $174,284 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2065430

Bright MLS

APN: 39-4385-18-40-2661