Why Live in Saint Mary's
St. Mary's, a small neighborhood near downtown Reading, is a vibrant community that reflects the city's multicultural character. The area is known for its strong Latino presence, with a significant Ecuadorian and Dominican population. Residents have access to various Latin American markets, restaurants, and community spaces, including the nearby Hispanic Center. Housing in St. Mary's consists mainly of historic row houses from the early 1900s, typically under 1300 square feet but often featuring four to five bedrooms and multiple levels. These homes usually have short, concrete stoops leading to wide sidewalks, with on-street parking and occasional detached garages. Pendora Park, about 1 mile away, offers a playground, sports facilities, and the Olivet Boy's & Girl's Club, while City Park, just over a 1/2 mile away, features an all-abilities playground, splash pad, and various courts, along with walking trails and historic statues. For grocery shopping, locals frequent Exodo Grocery Store and El Primo Grocery And Deli within the neighborhood. Dining options like El Tronco Restaurant and El Papi Restaurant, located 1 mile away, provide Dominican and Latin American comfort food. The Stork Bar, a little over a 1/2 mile away, is a popular spot for drinks and socializing. While public transportation is limited, with the nearest BARTA bus stop nearly 1 mile away, residents often rely on cars for commuting, with Philadelphia 56 miles away and Lehigh Valley International Airport 44 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saint Mary's a good place to live?
Saint Mary's is a good place to live. Saint Mary's is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable. Saint Mary's has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 47.8 people per acre and a median age of 31. The average household income is $54,234 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 8.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Saint Mary's are renters, with 60.5% of residents renting and 39.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Saint Mary's can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Saint Mary's neighborhood guide.
Is Saint Mary's, PA a safe neighborhood?
Saint Mary's, PA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Saint Mary's?
The median home price in Saint Mary's is $130,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $26,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $27K a year to afford the median home price in Saint Mary's. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Saint Mary's is $54K.
What are the best public schools in Saint Mary's?
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What are the best private schools in Saint Mary's?
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Are home prices dropping in Saint Mary's?
Yes, home prices in Saint Mary's are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Saint Mary's, PA
On average, homes in Saint Mary's, Reading sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Mary's, Reading over the last 12 months is $129,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$129,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$128,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$148,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$117
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median List Price
$130,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-14%