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$68,446$58 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $4,500 on Mar 19, 2013

312 S 8TH ST

READING, PA 19602
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,184 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.
871 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.

Valuation

$68K
$52K low$85K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,500 · Mar 19, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$500 (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.$17,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$5,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.02
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
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(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.

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

E
Amanda E. Stout Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Southern Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Reading Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Reading School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19602These 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.162
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.131
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.38%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,931 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,400
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$43,895
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

312 S 8th 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Berks County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Berks County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Berks County
  • Among the smallest lots in Berks County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Berks County

What homes are worth in Reading 19602

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

This home
$49K$373K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Reading 19602.

How it measures up in Reading 19602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 19602.

Estimated value$68,446
CheaperTypical $130,272Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$58
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,307 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 312 S 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReading 19602Berks County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,4467% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$585% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,184 ft²33% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²3% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190081% of homes17% of homes

About 312 S 8th St

How much is 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA is $68,446 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $51,659 to $85,233. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA last sell?

312 S 8th St, Reading, PA last sold on Mar 19, 2013 for $4,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA?

312 S 8th St, Reading, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,184 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA built?

312 S 8th St, Reading, PA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA?

312 S 8th St, Reading, PA is assigned to Amanda E. Stout Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Southern Middle School (middle), rated F; 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 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA compare to other homes in Reading 19602?

Among the 4,615 homes in Reading 19602, it is worth more than 7% of them ($68,446 against a typical $130,272), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($58 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,184 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (871 ft² against a typical 1,307 ft²) and it is newer than 81% of them (1900 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Berks County, it is worth more than almost no 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 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 312 S 8th St, Reading, PA was $500. The county assessed it at $17,700.

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