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Property Description
Welcome to this cozy 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom home located in the city of Reading, Pennsylvania. This inviting property offers a practical layout with comfortable living spaces and low maintenance. The home includes a beautiful kitchen and the convenience of first-floor laundry. Enjoy year-round comfort with efficient gas heating. The modern bathroom features a bidet toilet, adding an extra touch of convenience. Outside, you'll find a nice backyard that provides a great space for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. The home has also received small cosmetic updates, giving it a refreshed feel while leaving room for the new owner to add their own personal touches. A great opportunity for a first-time homebuyers or anyone looking to downsize. Conveniently located, Close to supermarkets, schools and bus stops. Schedule your showing today. As a special incentive, the seller is including a washer, dryer, and a 75-inch TV with a full offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 837 Locust St
General
- Price: $150,000
- Taxes: $1,438 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABK2078538
- Updated: 9/21/2026
- Added to Site: 18 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: Reading City (10201)
- Municipality: READING CITY
- County: BERKS
- Subdivision: READING
- Driving Directions: Heading east on Spring street, go pass 11th street, turn left on Locust street. Property located on the right.
School Information
- School District: Reading
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Dirt Floor
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 750
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 750 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 750 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1890
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,306
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $200
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $572
- City/TownTax: $578
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $288
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $31,900
- Tax Amount: $1,438
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 750
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: SELLERS PERSONAL PROPERTY
- Inclusions: RANGE, REFRIGARATOR, WASHER AND DRYER, TV, AND MICROWAVE.
- Lot Number: 4954
Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate of Berks, ELIZABETH DELGADO
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Schools
Schools serving 837 Locust St
School District:Reading School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Northeast Middle School, Reading, PA 1216 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 5-8 | 0.4 mi |
Twelfth & Marion El School 1200 North 12th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Reading Senior High School 801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604 | 9-12 | 0.2 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 837 Locust St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/21/2026
Listed
$150,000
7.14%
MLS
3/24/2025
Sold
$140,000
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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 837 Locust St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$901
4%
$31,900
—
2025
$866
2%
$31,900
—
2024
$845
-39%
$31,900
—
2023
$1,395
—
$31,900
—
2022
$1,395
—
$31,900
—
2021
$1,395
1%
$31,900
—
2020
$1,381
—
$31,900
—
2019
$1,381
—
$31,900
—
2018
$1,381
1%
$31,900
—
2017
$1,371
1%
$31,900
—
2016
$1,355
5%
$31,900
—
2015
$1,291
1%
$31,900
—
2014
$1,275
—
$31,900
—
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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837 Locust Street, Reading, PA 19604 (MLS# PABK2078538) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 837 Locust Street is currently listed for $150,000 and was received on September 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 837 Locust 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.

