538 S 19th St Reading, PA 19606
18th and Cotton NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,209/month
Total Views
6,107
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,806
Sq Ft
$102
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Solid Hardwood Flooring
- Balcony
- Property is in excellent condition
- No HOA
- Hot Water Heating System
- 4-minute walk to Pendora Park
About This Home
Welcome to 538 S 19th St – a spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home perfect for families or investors looking for space and convenience. This well-maintained property offers generous room sizes, natural light throughout, and key appliances included: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The main floor provides a comfortable flow from the living room to the dining and kitchen areas, while the upper levels boast five bedrooms—ideal for large households or extra office/flex space. Enjoy the added convenience of off-street parking and a backyard for outdoor relaxation. Located near schools, shopping, and major routes, this home is move-in ready and full of potential!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,141
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- 1,306 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Side-by-Side
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Plaster Walls
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,806 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Insulated Windows
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Flooring
- Solid Hardwood
- Carpet
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Phone Connected
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Southern Reading Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4326
- Assessor Parcel Number 16-5316-41-57-4326
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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 | $1,289 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2024 | $2,109 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2023 | $2,077 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2022 | $2,077 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2021 | $2,077 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2020 | $2,056 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2019 | $2,056 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2018 | $2,056 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2017 | $2,042 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2016 | $1,167 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2015 | $1,167 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
| 2014 | $1,074 | $47,500 | $14,000 | $33,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | For Sale | $185,000 | +180.3% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2017 03/16/17 | Sold | $66,000 | -2.2% | $37 / Sq Ft |
| 01/13/2017 01/13/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2016 10/27/16 | Price Changed | $67,500 | -3.4% | $37 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2016 09/26/16 | Price Changed | $69,900 | -6.7% | $39 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2016 08/29/16 | For Sale | $74,900 | -- | $41 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $66,000 | None Available | |
| Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes | $7,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $52,000 | Conestoga Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $64,804 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Commercial |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2056940
APN: 16-5316-41-57-4326
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