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531 Weiser St, Reading, PA, 19601

5beds
2baths
1,652sqft
$259,000
$157price/sqft
$1,987/moest. monthly cost
$79,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this spacious five-bedroom Victorian home in the northwestern section of the city. Offering high ceilings, generously sized rooms and abundant living space, this well-maintained home has been thoroughly refreshed and prepared for its next owner. The entire interior and exterior were recently repainted. The original hardwood floors were beautifully refinished approximately five years ago, and the kitchen was remodeled approximately three or four years ago. The kitchen includes attractive, well maintained appliances. The home features five bedrooms, one full bathroom and one half bathroom with a convenient laundry hookup. All-new energy-efficient double-hung windows have been installed throughout the home. The main EPDM rubber roof was installed approximately four years ago, while the rear torch-down rubber roof was installed approximately six years ago. As part of the homes recent preparation for sale, both roofs were completely recoated with Henry silicone roof coating, providing an additional protective barrier and helping extend the roofs service life. The coating carries a 15-year manufacturers warranty, subject to the manufacturers terms and transferability requirements. The front and rear porches and decks were also carefully restored, sanded and newly stained. The home is heated by a gas-fired boiler, and the electrical system is served by a circuit-breaker panel. With its spacious layout, original Victorian character, new windows, protected rubber roofs and extensive interior and exterior improvements , this move-in-ready home offers an outstanding opportunity for its new owner.

Getting Around

78
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Northwest El SchoolGrades PK-40.5 mi
3/10
Central Middle SchoolGrades 5-81.3 mi
1/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1910

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction materials: Brick

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2026

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Victorian
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range Hood,Oven/Range - Gas,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Concrete,Exterior Entry

Bathroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 48
  • Dimensions: 8 X 6

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 208
  • Dimensions: 13 X 16

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 104
  • Dimensions: 8 X 13

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 9 X 11

Bedroom4

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 156
  • Dimensions: 12 X 13

Bedroom5

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 11 X 12

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Dry Wall
  • Door features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
  • Window features: Casement,Energy Efficient
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl,Carpet
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,652

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,452
  • Total interior livable area: 1,652 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Details

  • Parcel number: 15530765530298
  • Zoning: RES
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Exterior features: Sidewalks,Street Lights
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,742 sqft
  • Features: Rear Yard,Downtown,Unknown Soil Type

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
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,309$15,708
Home Insurance *$109$1,308
Property Taxes $345$4,140
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$1,987$23,844
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$68,125/yr
40% on housing$59,610/yr
45% on housing$52,986/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How 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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.9%
11.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -3.0%
-3.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$157This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19601$106
Berks County$152

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19601$150
Berks County$191

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-14Price change$249,900
2026-07-25Listing removed$2,100
2026-07-20Listed for sale$259,000
2026-06-01Listed for rent$2,100
2021-02-24Listing removed--
2020-03-12Listing removed$1,200
2020-03-10Listed for rent$1,200
2019-05-13Sold$10,000
2018-02-20Listing removed$1,100
2018-01-23Listed for rent$1,100
2013-03-07Listing removed$43,000
2012-07-13Listed for sale$43,000
2012-05-08Listing removed$45,000
2011-08-05Price change$45,000
2011-05-09Listed for sale$54,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMartin Yourkavitch
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty

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