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READING, PA 19606

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
54
⇩ 27% vs 74 last year
Pending
26
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,000
⇩ 6.7% vs $294,900 last year
Average Price
$352,408
⇧ 11.7% vs $315,378 last year
Days on Market
60
⇧ 1.7% vs 59 days last year

Market Context

Population: 35,895  ·  Density: 520.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,636

Typical home value: $216,637  ·  Homeownership: 77.4%

Market Analysis

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

The READING, PA real estate market (19606) currently shows 54 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.7% year-over-year, from $294,900 to $275,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 54 this year vs 74 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,000 (-6.7% YoY)
  • Average: $352,408 (+11.7% 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 12.5 miles — 335 listings ($126,029,797 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19606Reading, PA 196060.0 mi54$19,030,032$275,000$352,408
19602Reading, PA 196023.2 mi46$8,567,086$178,900$186,241
19611Reading, PA 196114.5 mi21$5,520,207$264,700$262,867
19560Temple, PA 195604.8 mi16$5,641,920$364,900$352,620
19607Reading, PA 196075.5 mi51$16,502,580$291,450$323,580
19610Reading, PA 196106.3 mi30$16,586,430$365,000$552,881
19518Douglassville, PA 195187.2 mi17$9,669,311$574,900$568,783
19510Blandon, PA 195107.7 mi19$5,608,800$270,950$295,200
19540Mohnton, PA 195408.9 mi23$8,425,314$285,000$366,318
19512Boyertown, PA 195129.4 mi24$9,658,320$398,995$402,430
19543Morgantown, PA 1954311.7 mi7$2,784,075$412,450$397,725
19565Wernersville, PA 1956512.2 mi13$4,012,944$254,950$308,688
19520Elverson, PA 1952012.5 mi14$14,022,778$1,275,000$1,001,627

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in READING, PA 19606?

As of January 2026, there are 54 active listings in READING, PA (zip code 19606), compared to 74 the prior year.

What is the median home price in READING, PA 19606?

The median listing price in READING, PA 19606 is $275,000 as of January 2026, a 6.7% decrease from $294,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in READING, PA 19606 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in READING, PA 19606?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, READING, PA 19606 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 59 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 19606 save an estimated $5,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,000. 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.