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Property Description
Versatile mixed-use investment opportunity in a prime location! This well-maintained two-unit property features a first-floor commercial space and a spacious second-floor apartment-perfect for an owner-occupant or investor. The entire property has been recently fully renovated, move-in-ready convenience. Ideally situated directly across from a BARTA bus station and just minutes from Santander Arena and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading, this location provides excellent visibility and foot traffic for a business. Operate your business on the first floor while living comfortably upstairs, or maximize income by renting out the apartment. Endless potential for entrepreneurs and investors alike-don't miss this opportunity to own a turnkey property in a high-demand area!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 726 Franklin St
General
- Price: $219,000
- Taxes: $203 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2071650
- Updated: 5/6/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Apartment Building, Restaurant/Bar
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Cross Streets: .
- Driving Directions: Use GPS For Better Directions
School Information
- High School: Reading Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: Other
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Building Size: 1468
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 871
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: C-R
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $149.18
- Annual Heat Cost: $1,800
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $79
- City/TownTax: $85
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $40
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $4,400
- Tax Amount: $203
- Tax Year: 2026
- Owner Pays: Water
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 2525
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: Contact Listing Agent
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Schools
Schools serving 726 Franklin St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southern Middle School, Reading, PA 931 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602 | 5-8 | 0.2 mi |
Amanda E Stout Elementary School 321 South 10th Street, Reading, PA 19602 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 726 Franklin St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/04/2026
Listed
$219,000
742.31%
MLS
7/28/2017
Sold
$26,000
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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 726 Franklin St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$119
3%
$4,400
—
2024
$116
-86%
$4,400
-77%
2023
$839
—
$19,200
—
2022
$839
—
$19,200
—
2021
$839
1%
$19,200
—
2020
$831
—
$19,200
—
2019
$831
—
$19,200
—
2018
$831
1%
$19,200
—
2017
$825
1%
$19,200
—
2016
$815
5%
$19,200
—
2015
$777
1%
$19,200
—
2014
$768
—
$19,200
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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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726 Franklin Street, Reading, PA 19602 (MLS# PABK2071650) is a Apartment property. 726 Franklin Street is currently listed for $219,000 and was received on May 04, 2026. This property is listed by Johanna Castaneda from our Wyomissing Office.Want to learn more about 726 Franklin 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.


