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Property Description
Positioned in the heart of Downtown Reading, this rare multi-building opportunity offers investors the potential to develop 12-14 apartment units in a rapidly evolving corridor. Previously utilized as a Drug Addiction Parole & Probation Treatment facility, the property features substantial square footage and a layout conducive to multifamily conversion. Ideal for developers seeking a high-upside repositioning project in a growing rental market. With strong rental demand in the area and continued downtown revitalization, this asset presents a strategic opportunity for long-term cash flow and appreciation. Bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this prime investment.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 417 Walnut St
General
- Price: $420,000
- Taxes: $8,712 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2068316
- Updated: 3/6/2026
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Apartment Building
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 13
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Cross Streets: 5Th Street
- Driving Directions: Madison and Walnut
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick Front
- Building Size: 12151
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $34.57
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,466
- County Tax: $1,742
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $193,300
- Tax Amount: $8,712
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 5435
Listed by Light House Realtors, LLC, Jorge Diaz Jr.
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Schools
Schools serving 417 Walnut St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lauers Park El School 251 North 2nd Street, Reading, PA 19601 | PK-4 | 0.2 mi |
Southwest Ms 300 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602 | 5-8 | 0.5 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 417 Walnut St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/17/2026
Listed
$420,000
18.31%
MLS
5/05/2022
Sold
$355,000
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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 417 Walnut St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,247
3%
$193,300
—
2024
$5,117
-39%
$193,300
—
2023
$8,450
—
$193,300
—
2022
$8,450
—
$193,300
—
2021
$8,450
—
$193,300
—
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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417 Walnut Street, Reading, PA 19601 (MLS# PABK2068316) is a Apartment property. 417 Walnut Street is currently listed for $420,000 and was received on February 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 417 Walnut Street? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

