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READING, PA 19604

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇩ 2.9% vs 35 last year
Pending
11
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$191,500
⇧ 8.7% vs $176,250 last year
Average Price
$206,243
⇧ 3.9% vs $198,502 last year
Days on Market
48
⇧ 6.7% vs 45 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,602  ·  Density: 4,736.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,371

Typical home value: $100,560  ·  Homeownership: 45.8%

Market Analysis

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

The READING, PA real estate market (19604) currently shows 34 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.7% year-over-year, from $176,250 to $191,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $191,500 (+8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $206,243 (+3.9% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.6 miles — 290 listings ($93,841,944 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19604Reading, PA 196040.0 mi34$7,012,262$191,500$206,243
19602Reading, PA 196022.2 mi46$8,567,086$178,900$186,241
19560Temple, PA 195603.1 mi16$5,641,920$364,900$352,620
19605Reading, PA 196053.4 mi51$17,276,250$299,950$338,750
19607Reading, PA 196075.0 mi51$16,502,580$291,450$323,580
19535Limekiln, PA 195356.1 mi1$724,995$724,995$724,995
19510Blandon, PA 195106.2 mi19$5,608,800$270,950$295,200
19547Oley, PA 195477.7 mi4$1,419,600$354,900$354,900
19522Fleetwood, PA 195228.0 mi24$10,631,256$349,900$442,969
19565Wernersville, PA 195659.5 mi13$4,012,944$254,950$308,688
19518Douglassville, PA 1951810.3 mi17$9,669,311$574,900$568,783
19501Adamstown, PA 1950111.2 mi1$335,000$335,000$335,000
17569Reinholds, PA 1756911.6 mi13$6,439,940$407,450$495,380

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in READING, PA 19604?

As of January 2026, there are 34 active listings in READING, PA (zip code 19604), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in READING, PA 19604?

The median listing price in READING, PA 19604 is $191,500 as of January 2026, a 8.7% increase from $176,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in READING, PA 19604 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in READING, PA 19604?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, READING, PA 19604 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 45 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 19604 save an estimated $3,830 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $191,500. 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.