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Property Description
Property is located in the newly created Revitilzation and Improvment Zone (CRIZ) of Reading. Contact listing agent for more information. Property is very Well maintained just waiting to be occupied by you and your business. Or occupy a few suites and lease the remaining. Completely renovated, the property boasts bright office suites, conference rooms, luncheon area with an outside patio, use the stairs or the elevator to reach the upper levels. Perfect location for a law firm, real estate firm, title company, accounting firm for a few ideas. Many of the office suites can be reconfigured to span an entire floor for your business. Again, if you don't need all the space ..lease what isn't needed to other businesses. Just off the main street this is the Perfect location to be within walking distance of the court house, parking garages, stores, etc. The displayed Directory will be seen by clients once they enter the gracious, inviting Lobby. To move further into the building those clients will use the Virtual Receptionist. Most Suites are beautifully apponted with fireplaces (non-working), built-in bookcases, shelving, carpeting and window blinds. Draperies and beautiful office furniture are included if needed. Property consists of 3 parcels- 538, 540 & 542 Court St. Schedule your viewing, view, then bring your offer today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 540 Court St
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: $14,822 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Service
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2071658
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: 26 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Professional
Interior
- Flooring: Fully Carpeted
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Intercom, Main Entrance Lock, Security System, Smoke Detector
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street, Public Garage
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Cross Streets: N 5th St
- Driving Directions: Penn St - turn left on N 5th St - turn right on Court St - Building on Right about 400ft Located in Central Business District
- Location Details: Business District
- Historic District: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Masonry, Stucco, Frame
- Roof: Rubber
- Elevator(s ): 1
- Building Size: 3650
- Year Built: 1874
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,791
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: COM
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $102.74
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $5,758
- City/TownTax: $6,170
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,893
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $97,800
- Tax Amount: $14,822
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Tenant personal property
- Inclusions: Furniture/Window treatments/Library books "as is" with no warranties
- Lot Number: 2437
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Jocelyn Roncase
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Schools
Schools serving 540 Court St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lauers Park El School 251 North 2nd Street, Reading, PA 19601 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Southwest Ms 300 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602 | 5-8 | 0.4 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 540 Court St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/05/2026
Listed
$375,000
56.25%
MLS
9/30/2021
Sold
$240,000
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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 540 Court St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,654
3%
$97,800
—
2024
$2,589
-39%
$97,800
—
2023
$4,275
—
$97,800
—
2022
$4,275
—
$97,800
—
2021
$4,275
1%
$97,800
—
2020
$4,232
—
$97,800
—
2019
$4,232
—
$97,800
—
2018
$4,232
1%
$97,800
—
2017
$4,205
1%
$97,800
—
2016
$4,154
5%
$97,800
—
2015
$3,958
1%
$97,800
—
2014
$3,910
—
$97,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 540 Court St
540 Court Street, Reading, PA 19601 (MLS# PABK2071658) is a Commercial Service property. 540 Court Street is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on May 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 540 Court Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

