$275,000

521 Douglass St Reading, PA 19601

Estimated payment $1,597/month

Total Views 7,352
5 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,023 Sq Ft
$136 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • No HOA
  • Tile or Brick Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Centre Park

About This Home

Spacious property located in Reading, PA, ideal for large families or investors. This home features 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a living room, dining room, functional kitchen, terrace, and a private backyard, perfect for family enjoyment and gatherings. The property offers a comfortable and versatile layout with great potential for customization or investment.
Conveniently located near shopping, schools, and major roads.
NATURAL GAS HEAT

Listing Agent

Yahayra Munoz

(484) 450-8771 admin@ironvalleyrealestateofberks.com Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks Listed on: 12/16/2025

Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,654

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,306 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,023 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Flooring

  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0555
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-5317-61-12-0555

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,654

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, stove in as-is condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2023
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2023
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 135.94
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2023
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1306.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Excellent
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 658.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1654.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-5317-61-12-0555
  • Tax Lot: 0555
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

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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 $1,468 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2024 $2,402 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2023 $2,365 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2022 $2,365 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2021 $2,365 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2020 $2,341 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2019 $2,341 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2018 $2,341 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2017 $2,326 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2016 $1,329 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2015 $1,329 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
2014 $1,223 $54,100 $14,000 $40,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/16/2025 12/16/25 For Sale $275,000 +231.3% $136 / Sq Ft
02/01/2013 02/01/13 Sold $83,000 -2.2% $38 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/26/2012 12/26/12 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2012 11/12/12 For Sale $84,900 +269.1% $39 / Sq Ft
01/14/2012 01/14/12 Sold $23,000 +15.6% $11 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/19/2011 12/19/11 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2011 12/15/11 For Sale $19,900 -- $10 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2066332

Bright MLS

APN: 5307-59-84-0731