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Property Description
Charming Brownstone Gem in the Heart of the City! Welcome to this beautifully maintained brownstone offering the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. Boasting 2,682 square feet of living space, this spacious home features 6 private bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, making it an excellent opportunity for a large household, multigenerational living, or an investor seeking strong rental potential. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors throughout much of the home, generous room sizes, and abundant natural light. The updated kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, all of which are included with the sale, making this home move-in ready. Enjoy year-round comfort with a brand-new heating system, thoughtfully installed with the option to easily add central air conditioning in the future. The home also features a large basement, providing ample space for storage, a workshop, or future finishing possibilities. Located in the heart of the city, you'll be just minutes from restaurants, shopping, parks, schools, public transportation, and major commuter routes. Whether you're looking for your next home or a fantastic investment opportunity, this classic brownstone offers the perfect combination of space, charm, and value. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional city property-schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 409 N 5th St
General
- Price: $214,900
- Taxes: $1,616 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2075636
- Updated: Today (7/31/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 6
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Driving Directions: From Penn Street, head north on N. 5th Street. Continue approximately 0.6 miles.
School Information
- School District: Reading
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Poured Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle, Slate
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,682
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,682 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,682 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,178
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $80.13
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $628
- City/TownTax: $673
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $315
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $35,000
- Tax Amount: $1,616
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2682
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 9549
Listed by HomeZu by Simple Choice, Christopher J Carr
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Schools
Schools serving 409 N 5th St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lauers Park El School 251 North 2nd Street, Reading, PA 19601 | PK-4 | 0.3 mi |
Southwest Ms 300 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602 | 5-8 | 0.7 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 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 409 N 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/31/2026
Listed
$214,900
182.76%
MLS
7/22/2025
Sold
$76,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 409 N 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$988
4%
$35,000
—
2025
$950
2%
$35,000
—
2024
$927
-39%
$35,000
—
2023
$1,530
—
$35,000
—
2022
$1,530
—
$35,000
—
2021
$1,530
1%
$35,000
—
2020
$1,515
—
$35,000
—
2019
$1,515
—
$35,000
—
2018
$1,515
1%
$35,000
—
2017
$1,505
1%
$35,000
—
2016
$1,486
5%
$35,000
—
2015
$1,416
1%
$35,000
—
2014
$1,399
—
$35,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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409 N 5th Street, Reading, PA 19601 (MLS# PABK2075636) is a Townhouse property with 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 409 N 5th Street is currently listed for $214,900 and was received on July 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 409 N 5th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

