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$235,000

700 Alton Ave

Reading, PA
PENDING-BRIGHT
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,280
Square Feet
0.07
Lot Size (acres)
1920
Year Built
40
Days On Market

Experience the warmth of the Northmont neighborhood and make this inviting house your own! This home features beautiful hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, open living spaces, and private rooms that offer comfort and versatility. Enjoy alley access with convenient parking in the back.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
27 days ago
Listed By
Diego F Lopez, 6107419391 · United Real Estate Strive 212, 6103720212
MLS#
PABK2078276
Source
Bright
Status
PENDING-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
700 Alton Ave, Reading, PA 19605
City
Reading
County
Berks
Neighborhood
NORTHMONT
Zip Code
19605

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Year Built
1920
Style
Side-by-Side
Construction Materials
Frame, Concrete, Brick Veneer
Building Area
1,280 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Two
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Driveway, Other, Off Street, Alley Access

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Exterior Features
Other
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard

Property Features

Lot Size
0.07 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,280 sq. ft.
Total
1,280 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$235,000
Annual Taxes
$3,028

Schools

100/100
Muhlenberg Elementary Center
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 1.9 mi
City
Reading
Students
1,243
Student body
48% Hispanic / Latino · 41% White · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
55%
Phone
(610) 921-8028
90/100
Tenth & Green Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 1.7 mi
City
Reading
Students
747
Student body
89% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Black · 4% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5756
76/100
Thirteenth & Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 0.7 mi
City
Reading
Students
912
Student body
82% Hispanic / Latino · 9% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5795
71/100
Lauers Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 1.9 mi
City
Reading
Students
566
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
88% Hispanic / Latino · 7% White · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5960
55/100
Reading Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.5 mi
City
Reading
Students
3,352
Parent reviews
3.3★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
83% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(610) 371-5705
55/100
Thirteenth & Green Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 1.7 mi
City
Reading
Students
532
Student body
88% Hispanic / Latino · 5% White · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5766
55/100
Northwest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 1.8 mi
City
Reading
Students
702
Student body
90% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black · 4% White
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(610) 371-5904
54/100
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 0.9 mi
City
Reading
Students
711
Student body
84% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5896

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/17/2026Listed for sale$235,000

Listed by Diego F Lopez · United Real Estate Strive 212 · 6103720212

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 29, 2026 at 2:11 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PABK2078276

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