NOT LISTED FOR SALE

617 N Front St Reading, PA 19601

Reading Area
Studio
2 Baths
1,821 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 20, 2025

Last sale price $255,000 $140 Per Sq Ft

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Balcony
  • Oversized Parking
  • 2-minute walk to Second & Oley Playground

About This Home

As of October 2025

617 North Front Street – A Two-Unit Gem with Endless Potential, Fully vacant, and Ready for Immediate Possession.

This property radiates pride of ownership. The sellers have gone above and beyond, meticulously maintaining and upgrading every corner — from major mechanicals and plumbing to electrical and basement work. The result? A home with true turn-key potential that stands out in today’s market.

Step inside and you’ll find generous storage space paired with a warm, wood-cabin charm showcased in the closets, doors, and cabinetry — a unique character detail that sets this home apart from anything else you’ll find.

Unit 1: A flexible layout offering a living room, dining area (or optional bedroom), kitchen, full bathroom, and two upstairs bedrooms — one with a private balcony.

Unit 2: Spanning the second and third floors, this unit offers a stylish bathroom, kitchen, living room, and two additional bedrooms upstairs.

The crown jewel is the detached garage with electricity — spacious enough for a full-size vehicle and already wired with electric for modern needs. Currently used as storage, a simple door update could easily convert it into a secure retreat for your car, safe from the elements.

From an investment perspective, the numbers are strong. In todays market, rents support up to $1,650/month for a 3-bedroom (depending on Section 8) and approximately $1,350/month for a 2-bedroom in Reading City. Whether you’re an investor seeking immediate cash flow or a homeowner ready to offset your mortgage by renting one unit, this property delivers flexibility and financial upside.

Offered as-is, this property combines solid updates, strong rental potential, and unique character — a rare find in Reading. Whether you’re looking to expand your portfolio or secure a home that pays you back, 617 North Front Street is the kind of opportunity that doesn’t come around often.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JOSE VAZQUEZ

(484) 273-0056 lighthouserealtylv@gmail.com Light House Realtors, LLC Listed on: 08/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Renso Minaya

(215) 376-4444 bsmith@realtymarkus.com Realty Mark Associates License #RS301073

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,073

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,821 Sq Ft Home
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • 1 Vacant Unit

Listing and Financial Details

  • The owner pays for water, sewer, trash collection
  • Tax Lot 7760
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15-5307-65-53-7760

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,073

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Tenants Personal Property
  • Inclusions: Items left in basement after closing. Materials, etc...
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 8/23/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1821
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1821
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 139.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1821
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

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 Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Rear Entry, Covered Parking
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Good
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Existing Lease Type: Month To Month
  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 1
  • Owner Pays: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection
  • Rent Control: No
  • Units Leased Count: 1
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 427.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1073.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15-5307-65-53-7760
  • Tax Lot: 7760
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Vacant: 1
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2025
Closed on
Oct 20, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
JOSE VAZQUEZ
Light House Realtors, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Renso Minaya
Realty Mark Associates
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.89%
Views
74

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,381
Outstanding Balance
$248,464
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$26,675
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$255,000 Strive Settlement Group Llc
$27,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $250,381
Previous Owner $26,675
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2025 10/20/25 Sold $255,000 0.0% $140 / Sq Ft
09/20/2025 09/20/25 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Price Changed $254,900 -1.9% $140 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $259,899 0.0% $143 / Sq Ft
08/23/2025 08/23/25 For Sale $259,900 -- $143 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $672 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2025 $646 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2024 $1,057 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2023 $1,040 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2022 $1,040 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2021 $1,040 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2020 $1,030 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2019 $1,030 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2018 $1,030 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2017 $1,023 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2016 $213 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2015 $585 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
2014 $538 $23,800 $7,000 $16,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2061934

Bright MLS

APN: 5307-65-53-7760

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