845 N 8th St, Reading, PA, 19604
About This Home
Attached brick front property located in Reading. The property contains approximately 3,098 square feet of living area on a small city lot. The home was built around 1887 and includes multiple levels of living space with several kitchens and bathrooms that appear to have been added over time. Interior finishes are dated, and the property shows signs of deferred maintenance. Rooms are generally functional but will require updating and repairs. Existing kitchens and baths are basic and worn, and some areas were previously configured for multiple occupants. The property has a full basement and rear yard area with alley access. Public records identify the property as a single-family dwelling; however, it was previously marketed as a multi-unit property. Any continued or future multi-unit use would require verification and approval through the City of Reading zoning and code process. This property should be viewed as a renovation project for a purchaser willing to complete updates and improvements. Potential exists for reconfiguration or conversion to a multi-unit property subject to municipal approval. Property is being offered in as-is condition. Any municipal inspections are an obligation, and at the expense of the purchaser.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1887
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- 2nd Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,098
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Natural Gas,Electric
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,098
- Total interior livable area: 3,098 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 12530760947933
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: C-N
- Zoning description: Commercial Neighborhood District (buyer must verify w/city)
- Special condition: Real Estate Owned
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Lot size: 2,613 sqft
- Features: Urban
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear,Attached,On Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- 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
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
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 | $1,364 | $16,368 |
| Home Insurance * | $83 | $996 |
| Property Taxes | $359 | $4,308 |
| Electricity | $339 | $4,078 |
| Total | $2,145 | $25,740 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
HailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-02 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-03-02 | Price change | $370,000 |
| 2023-02-01 | Listed for sale | $380,000 |
| 2021-11-11 | Sold | $170,000 |
| 2021-11-10 | Pending sale | $215,000 |
| 2021-09-30 | Listed for sale | $215,000 |
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