522 Franklin St, West Reading, PA, 19611
About This Home
Location, location, location! Nestled in the heart of desirable West Reading and within the highly sought-after Wyomissing School District, this beautifully updated home is just two blocks from the vibrant Penn Avenue district, where you'll enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, breweries, and community events. Step inside this charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home and be welcomed by stunning original stained-glass windows and a classic wooden staircase that showcase its timeless character. Offering over 1,700 square feet of living space, the home features new carpeting and vinyl plank flooring, efficient gas heat with a BRAND NEW Furnace & Warranty, gas hot water, gas cooking, and recently updated 220 amp electric panel. The main level includes a conveniently located half bath and has been recently updated flooring. The finished upper level provides flexible additional living space, perfect for a fourth bedroom, home office, playroom, or guest retreat. Stay comfortable year-round with central air conditioning, and enjoy the peace of mind of a roof replaced in 2015. Recent 2026 updates include a beautifully remodeled kitchen and a brand-new garage door, adding modern style and value to this move-in-ready home. Outside, you'll find a private backyard with a patio—ideal for relaxing or entertaining—along with a detached garage for added convenience. With its unbeatable location, tasteful renovations, and classic charm, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a home in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. Schedule your private showing before its gone!
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 8 X 10
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,719
Half Bath
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,719
- Total interior livable area: 1,719 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 12 X 24
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 93530605290784
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R3
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2,614 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Storage,Detached,On Street,Off 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
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $1,390 | $16,680 |
| Home Insurance * | $88 | $1,056 |
| Property Taxes | $366 | $4,392 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $2,068 | $24,816 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Price change | $259,990 |
| 2026-08-07 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
| 2021-06-28 | Sold | $177,000 |
| 2021-05-03 | Pending sale | $169,900 |
| 2021-04-28 | Listed for sale | $169,900 |
| 2012-11-07 | Sold | $105,900 |
| 2012-07-03 | Listed for sale | $106,900 |
| 2010-05-24 | Sold | $115,000 |
| 2010-01-14 | Listing removed | $122,500 |
| 2009-07-23 | Price change | $122,500 |
| 2009-06-30 | Price change | $127,500 |
| 2009-06-24 | Price change | $131,900 |
| 2009-04-16 | Price change | $127,500 |
| 2009-03-31 | Listed for sale | $131,900 |
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