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$280,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,596 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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CRAZY REDUCTION!! Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property situated on a desirable corner lot. This property has a 1st floor master bedroom with their own entrance. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, this move-in-ready home showcases stylish modern finishes, fresh contemporary colors, and quality renovations throughout. Offering a spacious layout with comfortable living areas and plenty of natural light, this home blends modern appeal with everyday functionality. Did we mention, the property provides off street parking with a 1 car detached garage. Conveniently located just outside the city while still providing easy access to shopping, dining, and local amenities, this is an incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated home at an exceptional value. It truly is a must see!

Full Property Details for 701 Alton Ave

General

  • Price: $280,000
  • Taxes: $3,287 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PABK2074842
  • Updated: 8/7/2026
  • Added to Site: 43 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 4

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Detached Garage, Off Street
  • Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry

Location

  • Area: Reading City (10201)
  • Municipality: READING CITY
  • County: BERKS
  • Driving Directions: US 222 To PA12 Exit US 222 BUSINESS South, Turn Left onto 222 Bus S, Turn left onto Crescent Ave, Turn Right onto Fremont Ave, Turn Left onto Alton Ave

School Information

  • School District: Reading

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Oil, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Frame, Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 1,596
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,596 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,596 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Very Good

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $175.44
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $1,277
  • City/TownTax: $1,368
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax: $642
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $71,200
  • Tax Amount: $3,287
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1596

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 9840

Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks, Tanja Weller

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  • Tanja Weller

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks

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Schools serving 701 Alton Ave

School District:Reading School District
NameGradesDistance
Thirteenth & Union El School
1600 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
PK-40.8 mi
Northeast Middle School, Reading, PA
1216 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
5-81.1 mi
Reading Senior High School
801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
9-121.5 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 701 Alton Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/07/2026
Price Reduced
$280,000
-6.35%
MLS
7/17/2026
Listed
$299,000
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Tax History for 701 Alton Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$2,010
7%
$71,200
—
2024
$1,885
-39%
$71,200
—
2023
$3,113
—
$71,200
—
2022
$3,113
—
$71,200
—
2021
$3,113
1%
$71,200
—
2020
$3,081
—
$71,200
—
2019
$3,081
—
$71,200
—
2018
$3,081
1%
$71,200
—
2017
$3,061
1%
$71,200
—
2016
$3,024
5%
$71,200
—
2015
$2,882
1%
$71,200
—
2014
$2,847
—
$71,200
—
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701 Alton Avenue, Reading, PA 19605 (MLS# PABK2074842) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 701 Alton Avenue is currently listed for $280,000 and was received on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 701 Alton Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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