About Spring Ridge
Spring Ridge, located in the Delaware Valley on the outskirts of Reading, Pennsylvania, offers a suburban lifestyle with the convenience of nearby city amenities. The neighborhood features a mix of spacious townhouses and single-family homes, with housing costs above the average for the Reading area but still lower than the national average. Residents enjoy easy access to nature, with Blue Marsh Lake just six miles away, providing opportunities for hiking, swimming, and boating. The area is served by the Wilson School District, which includes the highly rated Wilson High School. For higher education, Penn State Berks is nearby, catering to around 2,100 students. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Gring’s Mill Recreational Area and Wyomissing Park, which offer trails, swimming pools, ball fields, and a museum. Shopping and dining options are plentiful, with Broadcasting Square hosting major retailers like Target and Dick’s Sporting Goods, and the Shoppes at Wyomissing featuring stores such as Chico’s and LOFT. Entertainment options include the AMC Berkshire 8 theater and various local restaurants and breweries in West Reading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spring Ridge a good place to live?
Spring Ridge is a good place to live. Spring Ridge is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Spring Ridge has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.6 people per acre and a median age of 56. The average household income is $109,858 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 50.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Spring Ridge are home owners, with 26.7% of residents renting and 73.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Spring Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Spring Ridge neighborhood guide.
Is Spring Ridge, PA a safe neighborhood?
Spring Ridge, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Spring Ridge?
The median home price in Spring Ridge is $340,400. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $76K a year to afford the median home price in Spring Ridge. The average household income in Spring Ridge is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Spring Ridge?
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Home Trends in Spring Ridge, PA
On average, homes in Spring Ridge, Reading sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Spring Ridge, Reading over the last 12 months is $421,866, up 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Price (12 Mo)
$340,900
Median Single Family Price
$495,000
Median Townhouse Price
$322,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$299,777
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$340,400
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%