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  • 1,456 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 14 hours ago
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Turn-key, tenant-occupied duplex located at 728 Franklin St in the heart of Downtown Reading! This well-maintained multi-family investment opportunity is ready to be added to your portfolio. Featuring a spacious first-floor one-bedroom unit and a second-floor three-bedroom unit, this property offers excellent rental potential with long-term value. Located directly across from BARTA Transportation Center and within walking distance to Santander Arena, Penn Street, the Schuylkill River Trail, and multiple public parking garages, this property provides convenient access to everything downtown Reading has to offer. The first-floor unit features a comfortable layout with a living room, private bedroom, eat-in kitchen, full bathroom, and a private rear patio?perfect for enjoying outdoor space. The second-floor unit offers a generous kitchen, spacious living room, and three private bedrooms, providing plenty of room and flexibility for tenants. Both units are currently occupied, with tenants who take pride in maintaining their spaces and would be happy to remain. A major bonus for investors is the two separate gas heating systems, allowing tenants to pay their own heat, hot water, and electric expenses. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio, add a solid income-producing property, or live in one unit while renting out the other, 728 Franklin St presents a fantastic opportunity to start or grow your real estate investment journey. Schedule your tour today!

Full Property Details for 728 Franklin St

General

  • Price: $229,000
  • Taxes: $1,029 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PABK2073438
  • Updated: 6/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Laminated

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

  • Parking Features: Free, Parking Fee, Public
  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: Reading City (10201)
  • Municipality: READING CITY
  • County: BERKS
  • Driving Directions: Head toward N 8th St, Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N 8th St, Turn right onto Chestnut St, Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Lemon St, Turn right onto Franklin St, Destination will be on the right.
  • Location Details: Urban

School Information

  • School District: Reading

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Front Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
  • Foundation: Other
  • Windows: Replacement
  • Square Feet: 1,456
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,456 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,456 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Good

Unit Information

  • Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2

Lot Features

  • Property View: Street
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 871
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $157.28
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $400
  • City/TownTax: $429
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax: $201
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $22,300
  • Tax Amount: $1,029
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1456

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Tenant Personal Property
  • Inclusions: 2 Stoves
  • Lot Number: 2545

Listed by BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks, Juan Cortes-Carreno

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    BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

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Schools serving 728 Franklin St

School District:Reading School District
NameGradesDistance
Southern Middle School, Reading, PA
931 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602
5-80.2 mi
Amanda E Stout Elementary School
321 South 10th Street, Reading, PA 19602
PK-40.4 mi
Reading Senior High School
801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
9-121.2 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 728 Franklin St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
6/11/2026
Listed
$229,000
420.83%
MLS
12/17/2021
Sold
$43,968
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Tax History for 728 Franklin St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$646
4%
$22,900
—
2025
$622
3%
$22,900
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2024
$606
-39%
$22,900
—
2023
$1,001
—
$22,900
—
2022
$1,001
—
$22,900
—
2021
$1,001
1%
$22,900
—
2020
$991
—
$22,900
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2019
$991
—
$22,900
—
2018
$991
1%
$22,900
—
2017
$984
1%
$22,900
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2016
$973
5%
$22,900
—
2015
$927
1%
$22,900
—
2014
$916
—
$22,900
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728 Franklin Street, Reading, PA 19602 (MLS# PABK2073438) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 728 Franklin Street is currently listed for $229,000 and was received on June 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 728 Franklin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse 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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