Exceptionally well-maintained home with charming features throughout! The covered front porch offers peaceful breezes and beautiful sunset views. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors (some carpeted for comfort), newer tilt-in windows, ceiling fans, and central air. The first floor includes two bedrooms—one currently used as a dining room—and a full bath with a tub and Corian surround. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms. The finished lower level has a great room, featuring a dry bar, walk-out access through French doors to a patio, a full bath with stall shower and vanity, plus ample storage and a workshop area. Out back, a spacious shed with vinyl siding and a fenced in yard. Sale is contingent on the owners finding their next home.
Sold for $280,000 on 12/29/25
$280,000
42 Adams St, Reading, PA 19608
4beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$280,300 Zestimate®
$155/sqft
$2,277 Estimated rent
Home value
$280,300
$266,000 - $294,000
$2,277/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 29, 2025 at 07:09am
Listed by:
Dave Mattes 610-334-0294,
RE/MAX Of Reading,
Listing Team: The Dave Mattes Team, Co-Listing Team: The Dave Mattes Team,Co-Listing Agent: Melanie Mattes 610-334-1239,
RE/MAX Of Reading
Bought with:
Shelby Leight, AB069472
Keller Williams Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2065430
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,370
- Finished area below ground: 442
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 10,018 sqft
- Features: Front Yard, Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 39438518402661
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: CUMRU TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Sold | $280,000+1.9%$155/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABK2065430 | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Pending sale | $274,900$152/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2065430 | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Listing removed | $274,900$152/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2065430 | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $274,900+54.9%$152/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABK2065430 | ||
| 10/4/2019 | Sold | $177,500+0.9%$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,021 +3.2% | $84,700 |
| 2024 | $3,897 +2.9% | $84,700 |
| 2023 | $3,788 +2.6% | $84,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19608
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Brecknock El SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 2.8 mi
- 4/10Governor Mifflin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Governor Mifflin Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Governor Mifflin
- District: Governor Mifflin
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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