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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,324 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 hours ago
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Welcome to 842 Locust St, a well-maintained brick row home located in the Northeast section of Reading. This property offers a functional layout with classic character and solid long-term value. The main level features a bright living room that flows into a spacious dining area with beautiful hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday living or entertaining. The kitchen provides ample cabinet storage and easy access to the rear of the home. Upstairs you'll find comfortable bedrooms with natural light and flexible space for family, guests, or a home office. Additional highlights include central air conditioning for year-round comfort and a full basement with plenty of storage and mechanical systems. Situated on a classic Reading row block with convenient access to shopping, transportation, and local amenities, this home presents a great opportunity for both homeowners and investors.

Full Property Details for 842 Locust St

General

  • Price: $159,900
  • Taxes: $1,406 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PABK2069224
  • Updated: 3/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: Reading City (10201)
  • Municipality: READING CITY
  • County: BERKS
  • Cross Streets: Robeson
  • Driving Directions: From Reading Senior High School, head south on N 13th St toward Union St. Turn right onto Union St, then left onto N 9th St. Turn right onto Locust St — the property at 842 Locust St will be on the left.

School Information

  • School District: Reading

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 1,324
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,324 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,324 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,306
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $120.77
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $559
  • City/TownTax: $566
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax: $281
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $31,200
  • Tax Amount: $1,406
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1324

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 3917

Listed by Realty One Group Alliance, Nehemiah J Lindo

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— 842 Locust St —

  • Nehemiah J Lindo

    Realty One Group Alliance

Listing Office Email: nelsongamezrealtor@gmail.com

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Schools serving 842 Locust St

School District:Reading School District
NameGradesDistance
Northeast Middle School, Reading, PA
1216 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
5-80.4 mi
Twelfth & Marion El School
1200 North 12th Street, Reading, PA 19604
PK-40.4 mi
Reading Senior High School
801 North 13th Street, Reading, PA 19604
9-120.2 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 842 Locust St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
3/11/2026
Listed
$159,900
107.93%
MLS
7/10/2020
Sold
$76,900
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Tax History for 842 Locust St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$847
3%
$31,200
—
2024
$826
-39%
$31,200
—
2023
$1,364
—
$31,200
—
2022
$1,364
—
$31,200
—
2021
$1,364
1%
$31,200
—
2020
$1,350
—
$31,200
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2019
$1,350
—
$31,200
—
2018
$1,350
1%
$31,200
—
2017
$1,341
1%
$31,200
—
2016
$1,325
5%
$31,200
—
2015
$1,263
1%
$31,200
—
2014
$1,247
—
$31,200
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Listed by Realty One Group Alliance, Nehemiah J Lindo

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842 Locust Street, Reading, PA 19604 (MLS# PABK2069224) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 842 Locust Street is currently listed for $159,900 and was received on March 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 842 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.

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