Southeast Reading Homes for Sale

Southeast Reading, located in the heart of downtown, is attracting homebuyers with its historic row houses and vibrant city life. Most homes were built around 1900. They feature traditional brick architecture and stone foundations, with concrete stoops leading directly to the sidewalks. Parking is typically on-street, though some properties have narrow gravel driveways. Students can attend 10th & Green Elementary School, Southern Middle School and Reading Senior High School. The neighborhood offers a mix of attractions, including the Reading Iron Playground, which features a playground, basketball courts and a community garden. Nearby City Park provides additional green space with an all-abilities playground, walking trails and historic statues. For groceries, residents frequent CTown Supermarkets and Jalisco Supermarket. Nearby dining options include Jalisco Restaurant and Taqueria and Caribe Restaurant. Nightlife includes Saucony Creek Franklin Station Brewpub and El Primo Bar & Grill, known for its lively Latin music. The Santander Arena is about a miles away and hosts major concerts and sporting events. However, it can cause traffic and parking challenges on event days. Public transportation is available through BARTA, with bus stops throughout the neighborhood and a central transportation center. For those commuting, Philadelphia is less than 60 miles away via U.S. Route 422 and Interstate 76. Lehigh Valley International Airport is 43 miles away.