705 Alton Avenue, Reading, PA 19605 - Photo 1

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$246,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,900 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to One of the Nicest Semi-Detached Homes in Reading! Step inside this beautifully updated home and feel the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a space that's as inviting and elegant as it is modern and efficient. The main level offers an open and airy layout with a spacious living and dining area that flows seamlessly into the contemporary kitchen - ideal for family gatherings or entertaining guests. Upstairs, you'll find generous bedrooms, including a comfortable primary suite featuring a large walk-in shower and plenty of closet space. The finished basement adds even more flexibility, offering space for a family room, home office, or possible third bedroom - perfect for adapting to your lifestyle needs. Outside, enjoy your own backyard retreat complete with a deck, hot tub, wall-mounted TV, and outdoor cooking area - perfect for relaxing evenings or weekend get-togethers. A private garage and additional parking make life easy, while the home's thoughtful upgrades ensure lasting quality and peace of mind. Come see for yourself why this home stands out as one of the best values in Reading - it's ready to impress and move-in ready!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 705 Alton Ave

General

Sold For: $246,000
Taxes: $3,155 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PABK2064576
Added to Site: 86 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Full Bath
Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, WhirlPool/HotTub, Window Treatments
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Water Heater

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Hot Tub
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Reading City (10201)
Municipality: READING CITY
County: BERKS
Subdivision: NORTHMONT
Driving Directions: N 5th St to Right on Crescent, Right on Fremont Ave, Left on Alton Ave

School Information

School District: Reading

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Sewer Available, Water Available

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,900
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,900 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,300 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 600 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1919
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,613
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-2

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $184.62
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,255
City/TownTax: $1,269
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $631
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $70,000
Tax Amount: $3,155
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1300

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Lot Number: 9882

Listed by Century 21 Gold, Jovan Tate
Sold by 2% Real Estate Group, Jere A Young Jr.

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Schools

Schools serving 705 Alton Ave

School District:Reading School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Thirteenth & Union El School 1600 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604	PK-4	0.8 mi
Northeast Middle School, Reading, PA 1216 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604	5-8	1.1 mi
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604	9-12	1.5 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 705 Alton Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/15/2025

Sold

$246,000

2.5%

MLS

11/10/2025

Price Reduced

$240,000

-7.69%

MLS

10/24/2025

Listed

$260,000

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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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705 Alton Avenue, Reading, PA 19605 (MLS# PABK2064576) is a Single Family property that was sold at $246,000 on December 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 705 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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