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855 Elm Street

READING, PA 19605

3 beds
2 baths
1,440 sqft
12,632 sqft lot
$208 per sqft
1962 build

Opportunity knocks for this updated red brick rancher in a quiet neighborhood ready and waiting for you! Step inside and enjoy luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire main level making clean up a breeze and reduce your allergy flare ups. Living room is accented by picture windows and electric fireplace to take the chill out of any evening. Updated kitchen has a huge island, which is the perfect gathering place. Plenty of cabinets are covered by granite counters with tiled backsplash. Kitchen and dining area overlook the fenced in backyard so its easy to keep an eye on loved ones. Updated bathroom features tiled walls and floors with walk-in shower, two closets, and blue tooth speaker to listen to your favorite show or music. Spacious bedrooms have lots of closet space with motion lights and ceiling fans. Central air keeps you cool on those extra warm days. The hallway closet has hookup for washer and dryer if you don’t want to head to the basement. Walk up attic gives you extra storage. Lower level full bathroom currently only has a toilet but ready and waiting for your personal finishes. Newer gas heat and hot water help keep your monthly budget in line. Attached one car garage is deep enough for extra storage. Additional off-street parking pad too. Awesome Muhlenberg location is close to Jim Dietrich and Laurelain Parks, along with 5th Street Highway shopping and Route 12. Don’t miss out on this great place you will be proud to call home!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Century 21 Gold

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 2, 2025 •

MLS# PABK2056640 —

The Building

Year Built:

1962
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Roof:

Pitched, Shingle
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Combination, Concrete, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Masonry, Mixed Plumbing, Rough-In Plumbing, Stick Built
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Ranch/Rambler
Levels:

1
Window Features:

Double Pane, Replacement, Screens, Vinyl Clad
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Rough Bath Plumb, Unfinished
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1440
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

1440

Interior

Interior Features:

Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Upgraded Countertops
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
Flooring Type:

Concrete, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Tile/Brick
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Electric, Mantel(s)
Wall & Ceilings:

Dry Wall, Plaster Walls, Wood Walls
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

1440
Living Area SqFt:

1,440 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

River Rd, turn Right onto Leiszs Bridge Rd, Left onto Eisenbrown Rd, Right onto Elm St, property on the Left
Latitude:

40.38688278
Longitude:

-75.95198059
Location Type:

Suburban

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Excellent
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.29
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot SqFt:

12,632 Sqft
Inclusions:

Kitchen Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, (6) Kitchen Chairs
Exclusions:

Washer, Dryer, Basement Refrigerators (2)
Zoning:

R2
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Responsibility:

Boro/Township
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s), Porch(es)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Horse:

No
Waterview:

No
Fencing:

Vinyl
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

102
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

66-5308-05-08-7844
Tax Year:

2025
Tax Lot:

7844
Tax Annual Amount:

$5,723
Tax Assessed Value:

$113,400
Year Assessed:

2025
School Tax:

4157.0
County Tax:

1022.00
City/Town Tax:

544.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Bedrooms Main Level:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Lower Level Half Baths:

1
All Lower Levels Total Baths:

1
Lower Level Total Baths:

1.00
Lower Level Half Baths:

1

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Electric Service:

200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer

Schools

School District Name:

Muhlenberg
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Riverview Park
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Exterior Lighting
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

4
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Parking Features:

Paved Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

3

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$299,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,605
Taxes	$476
Insurance	$82
Utilities	$223 See report
Total	$2,386/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/1/25 May 1, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$299,900

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This house located in Riverview Park, PA 19605 is currently for sale for $299,900. 855 Elm Street is a 1,440 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths. This house is in the attendance area of Ce. Cole Intermediate School, Muhlenberg High School, Muhlenberg Middle School, and Muhlenberg Elementary Center.

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