553 Gordon St, Reading, PA, 19601
About This Home
Step into a completely renovated home behind a classic facade! 553 Gordon Street has been meticulously stripped down and fully reconstructed to offer space, modern efficiency, and ultimate peace of mind. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 1.5 entirely new bathrooms, this is the fully updated Reading rowhome you have been waiting for. Every inch of this home has been updated. The bright, open floor plan welcomes you with durable, modern waterproof flooring that stretches across the entire home. Look up to find brand-new Sheetrock ceilings accented by stunning recessed LED lighting that fills the home with a warm, bright glow. The heart of the home is the gorgeous, fully reimagined kitchen, equipped with all-new cabinetry and plenty of counter space accompanied by a newly added, convenient main-floor half bath. Both bathrooms have been completely rebuilt from top to bottom. A massive structural bonus: all 5 bedrooms are completely private and independent (no walkthrough captive rooms!), offering the perfect setup for a growing family, remote work offices, or guests. You can truly buy with confidence knowing that every major expense has already been taken care of for you: a brand-new roof, all-new replacement windows, entirely updated electrical, a brand-new energy-efficient furnace, and a brand-new water heater. From the freshly painted, welcoming front porch to the final bedroom upstairs, there is absolutely nothing left to do but move your furniture right in. Don't miss out on one of the most thoroughly updated properties in 19601—schedule your tour today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Combination
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,712
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,712
- Total interior livable area: 1,712 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 15530764432275
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,306 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Parking features: None
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
- 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 | $1,238 | $14,856 |
| Home Insurance * | $103 | $1,236 |
| Property Taxes | $326 | $3,912 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $1,891 | $22,692 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $235,000 |
| 2026-07-24 | Listed for sale | $245,000 |
| 2006-02-09 | Sold | $1,000 |
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