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$216,416$176 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $122,000 on Aug 3, 2012

243 MADISON AVE

READING, PA 19605
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,230 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$216K
$208K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,000 · Aug 3, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$913 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$60,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,200

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.0.08
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

Transaction History(2)

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

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

M
Muhlenberg Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 1.0 mi
H
Muhlenberg High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Muhlenberg Elementary CenterD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.3 mi

District: Muhlenberg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19605These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.132
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,354
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,307 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,264
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

243 Madison Ave 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 less than 84% of homes in Reading 19605
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Reading 19605
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Berks County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Reading 19605
  • Older than 77% of homes in Reading 19605

What homes are worth in Reading 19605

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

This home
$170K$588K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Reading 19605.

How it measures up in Reading 19605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 19605.

Estimated value$216,416
CheaperTypical $311,186Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,490 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 243 Madison Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReading 19605Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$216,41616% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17631% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,230 ft²28% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²18% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than193023% of homes32% of homes

About 243 Madison Ave

How much is 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA is $216,416 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $207,820 to $225,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA last sell?

243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA last sold on Aug 3, 2012 for $122,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA?

243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,230 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA built?

243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA?

243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA is assigned to Muhlenberg Middle School (middle), rated D; Muhlenberg High School (high), rated D; Muhlenberg Elementary Center (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Muhlenberg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA compare to other homes in Reading 19605?

Among the 7,549 homes in Reading 19605, it is worth more than 16% of them ($216,416 against a typical $311,186), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($176 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,230 ft² against a typical 1,490 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1930 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than 21% 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 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Madison Ave, Reading, PA was $913. The county assessed it at $60,800.

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