$235,000
SOLD DEC 31, 2025

542 N 5th St Reading, PA 19601

5 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,335 Sq Ft
3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$101 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to 542 N 5th Street, Reading, PA 19601! A spacious and well-maintained property offering 5 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 half bathroom. With a flexible layout and generous living space, this home is ideal for a variety of needs. This move-in-ready property has been cared for and maintained, featuring plenty of room for everyday living, remote work, or hosting. The sale includes Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, 4 Window Unit Air Conditioners, Washer, and Dryer, making your transition seamless and convenient. Conveniently located near local amenities, shopping, and public transportation, 542 N 5th Street offers both comfort and accessibility. Schedule your tour today and explore the potential this home has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jordani Rosario-Santana

(610) 373-9900 jordanirosariosantanarealtor@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Realty License #RS369216 Listed on: 09/28/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Aguasanta

(610) 484-8663 nelsongamezrealtor@gmail.com Realty One Group Alliance License #RS364140

Realty One Group Alliance

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,903

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,335 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Schools

  • Reading High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Reading Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7347
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-67-73-7347

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,903

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • Inclusions: Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, 4 Window unit air conditioner, Washer and Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 9/28/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Permanent
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2335
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2335
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 107.06
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2335
  • 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
  • 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 Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • 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

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: READING

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3049.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1155.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2903.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-5307-67-73-7347
  • Tax Lot: 7347
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 28, 2025
Closed on
Dec 31, 2025
Sold by
Olivares Annery
Bought by
Herrera Maria V Munoz
Seller's Agent
Jordani Rosario-Santana
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Aguasanta
Realty One Group Alliance
List Price
$249,990
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,990
-6%
Views
100

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
31.20%
Original Mortgage
$208,000
Outstanding Balance
$208,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$35,443

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2014
Sold by
Pena Doris and Olivares Annery
Bought by
Olivares Annery

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$47,300
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2005
Sold by
Rodriguez Juan and Rodriguez Altagracia
Bought by
Pena Doris and Olivares Annery

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,569
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $235,000 Keystone Title
Deed $84,364 None Available
Deed $60,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $208,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $47,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,569 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/31/2025 12/31/25 Sold $235,000 -6.0% $101 / Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2025 09/28/25 For Sale $249,990 -- $107 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,748 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2024 $2,860 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2023 $2,815 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2022 $2,815 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2021 $2,815 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2020 $2,787 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2019 $2,787 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2018 $2,787 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2017 $2,769 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2016 $1,582 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2015 $1,582 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
2014 $1,455 $64,400 $11,400 $53,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2060254

Bright MLS

APN: 14-5307-67-73-7347

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