1238 Eckert Ave

Reading, PA 19602

$187,900
Price
5
Beds
2,310 Sq. Ft.
$81 / Sq. Ft.
2,310
Sq. Ft.
$81
per Sq. Ft.
a view of a brick building with many windows
a room with furniture and wooden floor
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a utility room with cabinets washer and dryer
a kitchen with a sink appliances and cabinets
a room with furniture a flat screen tv and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and mirror
a bathroom with a shower
a bed room with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and cabinets
a bedroom with a bed dresser and a mirror
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a bedroom with a bed and a dresser
a view of a patio with table and chairs potted plants and a large tree

Description

Investor Alert or Perfect for a Future Move-In! This spacious 5 bedroom, 1 bath townhome in Reading offers an excellent opportunity to add to your portfolio or secure a home with strong rental potential. The property is currently occupied by a reliable long-term tenant, providing immediate rental income from day one. Tenant wishes to stay, making this a turnkey investment. The main level features a comfortable living room that flows into a dedicated dining space, leading to a functional kitchen with...Investor Alert or Perfect for a Future Move-In! This spacious 5 bedroom, 1 bath townhome in Reading offers an excellent opportunity to add to your portfolio or secure a home with strong rental potential. The property is currently occupied by a reliable long-term tenant, providing immediate rental income from day one. Tenant wishes to stay, making this a turnkey investment. The main level features a comfortable living room that flows into a dedicated dining space, leading to a functional kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage. Upstairs offers five well-sized bedrooms, providing flexibility for families, or work-from-home setups. A full bath serves the upper level. This home is being sold AS-IS.
  1. Listed by Christe Marie Steinbrecher • RE/MAX Ace Realty
    P: (484)-401-4208 christe.steinbrecher@remax.net

Property Details for 1238 Eckert Avenue

Tax ID Number
16-5316-22-29-4561
Ownership
Other
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 01:51 PM

Property Details for 1238 Eckert Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #PABK2064602
Days on Market61
Taxes$2,010 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Other
Year Built1920
Lot Size-
CountyBerks County

Location

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Building Information for 1238 Eckert Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1920Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$1,096 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$928

Property Taxes

$168

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1238 Eckert Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: READING SENIOR (BERKS PA)
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $44,600
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $402
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $30,600
  • City Town Tax: $809
  • Land Assessed Value: $14,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 117R
  • Zoning: R3
  • Tax Lot: 4561
  • School Tax: $800
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • Stories: Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,310.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 136x16
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Flag
  • Parcel ID: 1458617
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Butlers Pantry, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 1238 Eckert Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABK2064602

$187,900—
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK2064602

$189,900—
Apr 22, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009830934

$69,900—
Dec 23, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009830934

$69,900—
Dec 18, 2003

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK174630

$22,981—
Dec 10, 2003

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK174630

—
Nov 12, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #244047713

$22,981

-21.3% / yr

Aug 12, 2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK174630

$27,550—
Jul 15, 2003

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK269756

$29,900—
Jun 13, 2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK269756

$29,900—
Jun 30, 2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #575909425

$51,500—
Jun 30, 2000

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK180962

$51,500—
Apr 30, 2000

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK180962

—
Mar 10, 2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK180962

$52,900—
Nov 26, 1999

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK253728

$43,900—
May 27, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK253728

$49,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PABK2064602

$187,900
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK2064602

$189,900
04/22/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009830934

$69,900
12/23/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009830934

$69,900
12/18/2003

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK174630

$22,981
12/10/2003

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK174630

—
11/12/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #244047713

$22,981

-21.3% / yr

08/12/2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK174630

$27,550
07/15/2003

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK269756

$29,900
06/13/2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK269756

$29,900
06/30/2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #575909425

$51,500
06/30/2000

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK180962

$51,500
04/30/2000

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK180962

—
03/10/2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK180962

$52,900
11/26/1999

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK253728

$43,900
05/27/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK253728

$49,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1238 Eckert Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,000Additions$30,600Total$44,600
Tax Record2025$1,211 ($101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,310 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,310 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,178 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920CountyBERKSAPN16531622294561

Schools near 1238 Eckert Avenue

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sixteenth & Haak El School
Public - PK to 4
Central Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Reading Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Southwest Middle School
Public - 6 to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Sixteenth & Haak El School
PublicPK to 4

Central Middle School
Public5 to 8

Reading Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Southwest Middle School
Public6 to 7

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1238 Eckert Avenue, Reading, PA 19602

1238 Eckert Avenue is a townhouse for sale in Reading, PA 19602. This property was listed for sale on October 24, 2025 by RE/MAX Ace Realty, it's currently listed at $187,900. It has been on the market for a total of 61 days and was last sold on December 18, 2003. This listing's school district is Reading School District. Nearby schools include Sixteenth & Haak El School, Central Middle School and Reading Senior High School. 1238 Eckert Avenue is a 5-bed, 1-bath, 2,310 sqft townhouse built in 1920.

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