409 N 5th St, Reading, PA, 19601
About This Home
Charming Brownstone Gem in the Heart of the City! Welcome to this beautifully maintained brownstone offering the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. Boasting 2,682 square feet of living space, this spacious home features 6 private bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, making it an excellent opportunity for a large household, multigenerational living, or an investor seeking strong rental potential. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors throughout much of the home, generous room sizes, and abundant natural light. The updated kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, all of which are included with the sale, making this home move-in ready. Enjoy year-round comfort with a brand-new heating system, thoughtfully installed with the option to easily add central air conditioning in the future. The home also features a large basement, providing ample space for storage, a workshop, or future finishing possibilities. Located in the heart of the city, you'll be just minutes from restaurants, shopping, parks, schools, public transportation, and major commuter routes. Whether you're looking for your next home or a fantastic investment opportunity, this classic brownstone offers the perfect combination of space, charm, and value. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional city property—schedule your private showing today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
- Construction materials: Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Concrete
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,682
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,682
- Total interior livable area: 2,682 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 07530767729549
- Zoning: R
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2,178 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $1,086 | $13,032 |
| Home Insurance * | $90 | $1,080 |
| Property Taxes | $286 | $3,432 |
| Electricity | $294 | $3,531 |
| Total | $1,756 | $21,072 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
HailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Pending sale | $214,900 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $214,900 |
| 2025-07-24 | Sold | $76,000 |
| 2002-10-31 | Sold | $30,000 |
| 2002-04-01 | Sold | $1,300 |
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