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$280,110$133 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1506 BERN ST

READING, PA 19604
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,114 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1931
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$280K
$254K low$307K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,842 (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.$104,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,700

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.
5
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.0.13
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 0.3 mi
M
Northwest Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Reading Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 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

1506 Bern 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 92% of homes in Reading 19604
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Hampden Heights / College Heights
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Reading 19604
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Reading 19604
  • Newer than 90% 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.

This home
$83K$369K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$280,110
CheaperTypical $158,353Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,114 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 1,307 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1931
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 1506 Bern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHampden Heights / College HeightsReading 19604Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,11057% of homes92% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13311% of homes66% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,114 ft²78% of homes93% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac55% of homes91% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than193153% of homes90% of homes32% of homes

About 1506 Bern St

How much is 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA is $280,110 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $253,615 to $306,605. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA?

1506 Bern St, Reading, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,114 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA built?

1506 Bern St, Reading, PA was built in 1931, making it 95 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA?

1506 Bern 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 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA compare to other homes in Reading 19604?

Among the 7,498 homes in Reading 19604, it is worth more than 92% of them ($280,110 against a typical $158,353), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($133 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,114 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 1,307 ft²) and it is newer than 90% of them (1931 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 40% 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 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1506 Bern St, Reading, PA was $2,842. The county assessed it at $104,700.

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