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$209,328$157 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $30,000 on Mar 22, 2012

1055 UNION ST

READING, PA 19604
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,335 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,307 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$209K
$199K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Mar 22, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,178 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$43,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$43,400

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBerks
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
13th and Union Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Northwest Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Reading Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Reading School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19604These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,410
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,878 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

1055 Union St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Reading 19604
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Reading 19604
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Berks County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Reading 19604

What homes are worth in Reading 19604

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$81K$369K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Reading 19604.

How it measures up in Reading 19604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 19604.

Estimated value$209,328
CheaperTypical $159,180Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,335 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,307 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 1055 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReading 19604Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$209,32881% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15785% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,335 ft²43% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,307 ft²55% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192074% of homes26% of homes

About 1055 Union St

How much is 1055 Union St, Reading, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1055 Union St, Reading, PA is $209,328 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $199,221 to $219,435. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1055 Union St, Reading, PA last sell?

1055 Union St, Reading, PA last sold on Mar 22, 2012 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1055 Union St, Reading, PA?

1055 Union St, Reading, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,335 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 1055 Union St, Reading, PA built?

1055 Union St, Reading, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1055 Union St, Reading, PA?

1055 Union St, Reading, PA is assigned to 13th and Union Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Northwest Middle School (middle), rated D; Reading Senior High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Reading School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1055 Union St, Reading, PA compare to other homes in Reading 19604?

Among the 7,539 homes in Reading 19604, it is worth more than 81% of them ($209,328 against a typical $159,180), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($157 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,335 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 1,307 ft²) and it is newer than 74% of them (1920 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 19% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1055 Union St, Reading, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1055 Union St, Reading, PA was $1,178. The county assessed it at $43,400.

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