$219,777
SOLD DEC 17, 2025

816 Madison Ave Reading, PA 19601

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$119 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • 2-minute walk to Centre Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

This beautifully updated end-of-row townhome in Centre Park offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The open-concept first floor features a spacious living room, dining area, and a stylish kitchen with tiled floors, brand-new cabinets, granite countertops, an oversized stainless steel refrigerator, gas stove, and a large illuminated stove hood. A convenient half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, the second floor includes a serene master bedroom with access to a private porch, a sleek bathroom with a glass shower, a cozy office space, and an additional bedroom. The third floor provides a large, versatile bedroom or storage area with a generous closet.
Throughout the home, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors and elegant tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. Each room is equipped with modern LED lighting options, including recessed lights, dimmers, and ceiling fans. Outside, enjoy a welcoming front porch and a private backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
This move-in-ready property is ideal for buyers seeking comfort, style, and space in a vibrant neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Tiger

(610) 207-6186 ltiger@c21gold.com Century 21 Gold License #RS209642L Listed on: 11/10/2025

Century 21 Gold

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeroen Harmsen

(610) 763-5179 jharmsen@goberkscounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading License #RS312678

RE/MAX Of Reading

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,961

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5820
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-5307-59-74-5820

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,961

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All built-in appliances, washer, dryer, kitchen refrigerator, window treatments (all in as-is condition)
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1850
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1850
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 124.32
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • 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: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • 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
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Phone
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Fully, Privacy, Rear, Wood
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: R-3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 780.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1961.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-5307-59-74-5820
  • Tax Lot: 5820
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2010
Sold by
Long John W and Long Barbara Henry
Bought by
Urban Porch Project Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Outstanding Balance
$33,644
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$192,515

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2005
Sold by
Henry Ellen L
Bought by
Long Barbara Henry and Long John W
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $50,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/17/2025 12/17/25 Sold $219,777 -4.4% $119 / Sq Ft
11/23/2025 11/23/25 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $230,000 -- $124 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $1,181 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2024 $1,932 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2023 $1,902 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2022 $1,902 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2021 $1,902 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2020 $1,883 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2019 $1,883 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2018 $1,883 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2017 $1,870 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2016 $780 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2015 $1,068 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
2014 $983 $43,500 $9,600 $33,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2065326

Bright MLS

APN: 14-5307-59-74-5820