221 Douglass Street, Reading, PA 19601 - Photo 1

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$240,206

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
5 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
2,258 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

A perfect blend of updates and historic charm in this updated duplex! Enter the front door off of the covered porch into the vestibule complete with stained glass windows and tile flooring. The warm hardwood floors of the home greet you with a front living room and large front window that lets in warm natural light. Enough space on this first floor for two sitting areas that opens up to your dining room. The original dumb waiter mechanicals are preserved for display and are a nod to the history of the home. The kitchen is a delight and updated at the back of the house with stainless steel appliances and updated cabinetry. It is a joy to do laundry in the updated half bath just off the kitchen. The back door has easy access to the street and the clean back yard with brick patio and green space. Two staircases lead you to the second floor. The primary bedrooms sits at the back of the house with a delightful screened in porch with a fan for your own retreat. Custom built in closets in three of the bedrooms for all your storage needs. The third floor offers views of the city and two more rooms for your use. A total of 5bedrooms in this home. Basement is clean with storage area and workshop area. Brand new HVAC system (2026) and central a/c throughout the house sets this house apart from the rest. Reverse osmosis water system optimizes your drinking water. The pride of home ownership is seen through the home and the care it as been given. Come see for yourself!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 221 Douglass St

General

Sold For: $240,206
Taxes: $2,876 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PABK2067698
Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Other, Office, Bathroom 1
Interior Features: Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Upper: 5
Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks
Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: Reading City (10201)
Municipality: READING CITY
County: BERKS
Subdivision: READING
Driving Directions: *GPS

School Information

School District: Reading

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle
Windows: Replacement
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,258
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,258 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,258 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1900
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Very Good

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,613
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Lot Description: Rear Yard
Fencing (Description): Partially

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $106.38
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,144
City/TownTax: $1,157
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $575
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $63,800
Tax Amount: $2,876
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2258

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
Lot Number: 5723

Listed by Kingsway Realty - Lancaster, Jill Stoltzfoos
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Mia D Palatano

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Schools

Schools serving 221 Douglass St

School District:Reading School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Northwest Middle School 1000 North Front Street, Reading, PA 19601	5-8	0.3 mi
Riverside El School 1400 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA 19601	PK-4	0.6 mi
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604	9-12	1.1 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 221 Douglass St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/10/2026

Sold

$240,206

-1.96%

MLS

2/06/2026

Listed

$245,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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