521 Birch St
Description
Welcome to this fully remodeled single-family home offering 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with off-street parking. There is also a bonus room on the main floor located just off the kitchen — perfect for an office, playroom, or it can be converted into a 5th bedroom if needed. Enjoy a brand-new kitchen featuring modern countertops, new cabinetry, and all new stainless-steel appliances, along with a completely renovated bathroom. Large windows allow plenty of natural light throughout...FOR RENT — $1,675/month
Welcome to this fully remodeled single-family home offering 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with off-street parking. There is also a bonus room on the main floor located just off the kitchen — perfect for an office, playroom, or it can be converted into a 5th bedroom if needed. Enjoy a brand-new kitchen featuring modern countertops, new cabinetry, and all new stainless-steel appliances, along with a completely renovated bathroom. Large windows allow plenty of natural light throughout the main living areas, giving the home a warm and inviting feel. Layout:
First Floor: Kitchen, living room, dining room, bonus room
Second Floor: 3 Bedrooms and full bathroom
Attic: Large, finished room perfect as an additional bedroom or extra living space
This home is move-in ready and beautifully updated — it won’t last long! Tenant Requirements
All applicants must complete a rental application to be considered. Screening includes a review of credit score, eviction history, and criminal background. Minimum credit score: 620
First month’s rent and security deposit are due at signing. SAM Vouchers and Section 8 Accepted. Please include your voucher letter with your application. Utilities
Tenant is responsible for gas, electric, and water.
Property Details for 521 Birch Street
Property Details for 521 Birch Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PABK2066234 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Rental Incentives | - |
| Available Date | 12/08/2025 |
| Lease Term | - |
| Furnished | - |
| Compass Type | Rental |
| MLS Type | Residential Lease / Other |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| Lot Size | 0.04 AC / 1,742 SF |
| County | Berks County |
Location
Building Information for 521 Birch Street
Property Information for 521 Birch Street
- School District Name: READING
- School District County ID: 300200397169
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: BERKS
- MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Land Use Code: 112R
- Zoning: RES
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Date Available: 12-08-2025
- Security Deposit: $1,675
- Minimum Lease in Months: 12
- Maximum Lease in Months: 12
- Pets Allowed: No
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas, Water
- Application Fee: $35
- Rent Spree Online Application: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,255.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,255.00
- Total SQFT: 1,255.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Basement Type: Full
- Foundation Details: Permanent
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 1449607
- Type Of Parking: Off Street
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS
Property History for 521 Birch Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK2066234 | $1,675 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PABK2066234 | $1,675 |
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Schools near 521 Birch Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 7 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thirteenth & Green El School PublicPK to 4 | ||
Central Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Reading Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Southwest Middle School Public6 to 7 |
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