209 Amherst Ave
Reading, PA 19609
3 bd 2 ba 1,477 sqft Built 1940 Lot 7,405 sqft single_family
Most recent sale
$235,000
Nov 29, 2021
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Price changed for rent | $2,000 | AppfolioUnits |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Price changed for rent | $2,100 | AppfolioUnits |
| Sep 13, 2025 | Listed for rent | $2,200 | AppfolioUnits |
| Aug 20, 2024 | Listed for rent | $2,200 | AppfolioUnits |
| Jun 2, 2023 | Listed for rent | $2,000 | Zumper |
| May 18, 2023 | Price changed for rent | $2,000 | Zumper |
| May 10, 2023 | Listed for rent | $2,100 | Zumper |
| May 4, 2023 | Listed for rent | $2,100 | AppfolioUnits |
| Nov 29, 2021 | Sold | $235,000 | MLS #PABK2000435 |
| Oct 22, 2021 | Relisted | $235,000 | MLS #PABK2000435 |
| Oct 14, 2021 | Listed | $209,000 | MLS #PABK2000435 |
| Jun 26, 2020 | Sold | $185,000 | Public Record |
| Mar 10, 2020 | Price changed | $189,900 | MLS #PABK354218 |
| Mar 2, 2020 | Price changed | $195,000 | MLS #PABK354218 |
| Feb 17, 2020 | Listed | $199,000 | MLS #PABK354218 |
| Jan 11, 2013 | Sold | $166,900 | MLS #6141035 |
| Dec 13, 2012 | Price changed | $169,900 | MLS #6141035 |
| Dec 4, 2012 | Listed | $164,900 | MLS #6141035 |
| Feb 9, 2012 | Listing removed | $134,000 | BrightMLS |
| Aug 21, 2009 | Sold | $140,000 | MLS #5498323 |
| Mar 12, 2009 | Listed | $144,900 | MLS #5498323 |
| Sep 23, 2005 | Sold | $136,900 | Public Record |
| Feb 8, 2005 | Listed | $134,000 | MLS #4481722 |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $4,338 |
| 2025 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $4,338 |
| 2023 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $4,084 |
| 2022 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,984 |
| 2021 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,844 |
| 2020 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,844 |
| 2019 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,735 |
| 2018 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,703 |
| 2017 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,640 |
| 2016 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,529 |
| 2015 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,494 |
| 2014 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,469 |
| 2013 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,435 |
| 2012 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,391 |
| 2011 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,331 |
| 2010 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,160 |
| 2009 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $3,039 |
| 2008 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $2,779 |
| 2007 | $67,600 | $32,600 | $100,200 | $2,754 |
Property facts
Year built
1940
Property type
single_family
Stories
2
Beds
3
Baths
2
Living area
1,477 sqft
Lot size
7,405 sqft
ZIP code
19609
City
Reading
Street
Amherst Ave
Coordinates
40.31215, -75.98602
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Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$2,216
Gross rental yield
11.32%
Implied cap rate
7.36%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 209 Amherst Ave last sell?
209 Amherst Ave most recently sold on Nov 29, 2021 for $235,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 209 Amherst Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 209 Amherst Ave (year 2026) is $100,200 with $4,338 in property tax.
How does 209 Amherst Ave's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 57.4% below the last sale price of $235,000.
When was 209 Amherst Ave built?
209 Amherst Ave was built in 1940.
How does 209 Amherst Ave compare to others on Amherst Ave?
We track 8 other properties on Amherst Ave. Browse the list under "Other properties on Amherst Ave" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 209 Amherst Ave?
209 Amherst Ave is a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,477 sqft, 7,405 sqft lot single_family.
Is 209 Amherst Ave a flip candidate?
Yes — 209 Amherst Ave appears in our flips dataset, indicating it sold twice within a short window with a notable price change.
Is 209 Amherst Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 209 Amherst Ave is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
+1.6%
Implied 1-yr
+6.4%
2026 Q2
$281.4K
2026 Q3
$285.4K
ZIP 19609 — Median Price History + Forecast
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