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READING, PA 19601

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Berks County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19601

Callowhill (Callowhill Historic District) · Center City (Downtown) · Centre Park (Centre Park Historic District) · Glenside · North Riverside · Penn's Commons (Penn's Commons Historic District) · Queen Anne Historic District (Queen Anne)

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The READING, PA real estate market (19601) currently shows 33 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.9% year-over-year, from $215,000 to $216,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,003  ·  Density: 3,695.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $38,624

Typical home value: $103,973  ·  Homeownership: 37.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
33
⇩ 5.7% vs 35 last year
Pending
15
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$216,900
⇧ 0.9% vs $215,000 last year
Average Price
$262,800
⇧ 14.6% vs $229,232 last year
Days on Market
26
⇧ 8.3% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$151
⇧ 24.8% vs $121/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,436 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 33 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $216,900 (+0.9% YoY)
  • Average: $262,800 (+14.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.0 miles — 246 listings ($77,396,722 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19601Reading, PA 196010.0 mi38$9,548,526$205,475$251,277
19611Reading, PA 196111.9 mi22$5,623,992$254,450$255,636
19602Reading, PA 196022.2 mi48$8,784,288$180,650$183,006
19609Reading, PA 196093.4 mi19$6,897,665$301,075$363,035
19560Temple, PA 195604.3 mi15$5,317,965$364,900$354,531
19533Leesport, PA 195335.5 mi26$9,788,818$374,925$376,493
19510Blandon, PA 195107.1 mi11$2,441,318$221,938$221,938
19540Mohnton, PA 195408.1 mi18$6,584,202$258,700$365,789
19522Fleetwood, PA 195229.3 mi24$10,740,360$349,900$447,515
19555Shoemakersville, PA 195559.7 mi4$2,093,332$475,000$523,333
19501Adamstown, PA 195019.8 mi2$453,900$226,950$226,950
19551Robesonia, PA 1955110.6 mi19$9,122,356$454,500$480,124
19564Virginville, PA 1956412.0 mi0$0$0$0

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in READING, PA 19601?

As of March 2026, there are 33 active listings in READING, PA (zip code 19601), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in READING, PA 19601?

The median listing price in READING, PA 19601 is $216,900 as of March 2026, a 0.9% increase from $215,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in READING, PA?

Homes in READING, PA 19601 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in READING, PA 19601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, READING, PA 19601 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in READING, PA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in READING, PA 19601 save an estimated $4,338 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $216,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.