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Property Description
Remodeled 2-Unit Investment Opportunity in Reading. This end-unit row home has been freshly updated and full of investment potential. Whether you're house-hacking or expanding your portfolio, both units have been thoughtfully remodeled with brand-new laminate flooring, fresh paint throughout, and modern appliances that make move-in a breeze. Each unit also benefits from new hot water heaters and a recently installed furnace, offering peace of mind and energy efficiency. The first-floor studio is simple and convenient. Upstairs, the spacious two-bedroom unit offers flexibility for small families, roommates, or a work-from-home setup. Located on a street with better parking availability than neighboring blocks, this property stands out for both its curb appeal and practicality. Whether you're looking for steady rental income or a live-in-one, rent-the-other setup, this property checks all the boxes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 741 N 8th St
General
- Sold For: $222,000
- Taxes: $1,280 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2065494
- Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Recessed Lighting
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Cross Streets: Hewson Street
- Driving Directions: from Penn St, left onto N 3rd St, right onto Walnut St, left onto N 6th St, right onto Greenwich St, left onto Nichols St, right onto Hewson St. right onto N 8th St, home is on the left
- Location Details: Urban
School Information
- School District: Reading
- High School: Reading Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,742
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,742 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,742 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Average
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,306
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $131.97
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $509
- City/TownTax: $515
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $256
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $28,400
- Tax Amount: $1,280
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1742
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 5359
Listed by RE/MAX Of Reading, David M Mattes and RE/MAX Of Reading, Steve Miller
Sold by EXP Realty, LLC, Wander E Batista
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Schools
Schools serving 741 N 8th St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tenth & Green El School 400 North 10th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | PK-4 | 0.3 mi |
Central Middle School, Reading, PA 215 North 12th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 5-8 | 0.7 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 741 N 8th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Sold
$222,000
-3.44%
MLS
12/15/2025
Price Reduced
$229,900
-2.13%
MLS
11/29/2025
Price Reduced
$234,900
-5.09%
MLS
11/13/2025
Listed
$247,500
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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.
741 N 8th Street, Reading, PA 19604 (MLS# PABK2065494) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $222,000 on February 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 741 N 8th 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.

