1524 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA, 19606
About This Home
Exceptional mixed-use opportunity! Approximately 22,000 SF zoned industrial with a mixed-use variance, allowing endless possibilities for commercial, residential or investment use. Currently utilized as a residence, this unique property is ideal for an owner-occupant seeking flexibility for an in-home business or potential redevelopment opportunities. The building features extensive three-phase electric throughout and a full sprinkler system, making it well-suited for a variety of business operations or a possible multi-unit conversion. The residential component includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths and 2 full kitchens, providing flexibility for multi-generational living, employee housing, rental potential or separate living quarters. Additional features include office space, recording studio, garages and a private enclosed courtyard with a pool and hot tub. Rarely does a property offer this level of size, infrastructure, versatility and potential in one package. A truly unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, contractors, creative professionals!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1730
Materials
- Foundation: Stone,Other,Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Mixed,Stone,Other,Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 6
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Features
- 2nd Kitchen,Store/Office
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 22,000
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Zoned,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 22,000
- Total interior livable area: 22,000 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 23532710466066
- Zoning: INDUSTRIAL
- Zoning description: Industrial with a variance for mixed use
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
Lot
- Lot size: 0.35 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Built In,Attached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,401 | $28,812 |
| Home Insurance * | $166 | $1,992 |
| Property Taxes | $633 | $7,596 |
| Electricity | $2,413 | $28,965 |
| Total | $5,613 | $67,356 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
HailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
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