Jerry Buffa
Responds Quickly
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
148 Total Sales
2 in Pennside
$170K - $230K Price Range
Pennside
Suburban Neighborhood in Pennsylvania
Berks County 19606
Neighborhood Reviews
Steep streets emerge from the hills of Mount Penn into Pennside, a suburban town just three miles from the City of Reading. Barry Sherman, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, grew up in the small town of Pennside and has lived there for about 55 years. “You get really close with your neighbors,” says Sherman, “and people keep their houses really nice. There’s just a great sense of pride here.”
You’ll find various single-family homes from the early-to-mid-1900s along Pennside’s hilly residential streets. Sherman notes the high quality of these homes to be a significant factor in his decision to stay in Pennside. “I love that they’re built with real hardwood and plaster,” says Sherman, “They’re strong homes with a lot of character.” 2,000-square-foot split-level homes are the most common throughout Pennside, ranging from $250,000 to $300,000. Pennside also has some brick colonial-style houses in the same price range. Or, if you’re looking for something cheaper, you can get a 1,000-square-foot bungalow for around $175,000.
While the small one-square-mile town is primarily residential, it’s home to several businesses that have been serving the community for decades. In fact, Sherman’s dad used to own Pennside Drive-in. “People have been getting ice cream there for years,” says Sherman, “Even after my dad sold it, it continues to be a staple.” Pennside also has a few newer bars and restaurants, like Liberty Tap Room, a hip gastropub with indoor and outdoor seating. You can also enjoy drinks and pub fare at Klinger’s on Carsonia, a fun place to hang out during regular events like live music and trivia night. And when you’re in the mood for a cocktail and authentic Italian food, enjoy a nice sit-down dinner at Anthony’s Trattoria.
Stop by Redner’s Warehouse Markets for all of your grocery needs. You’ll find more places to shop a couple of miles south at Reading Mall, which is right by Target, Walmart and several other big box retailers.
Carsonia Park, which used to be an amusement park from 1896 to 1950, is still a frequent spot for locals to visit. Though there are no more roller coasters, the park is frequently visited by locals enjoying a walk around Crystal Lake or fishing for largemouth bass. Kids can have lots of fun at the park with a playground and basketball court. And you’ll also find adults hitting the ball fields for local softball leagues on the weekends. Right next door, you can cool off at Antietam Pool, a historic community pool where people have been coming to swim for more than 100 years.
Most students in Pennside are part of the Antietam School District. That includes those who live on the central and west sides of town. Kindergarten through first-grade students attend Mt. Penn Primary School, which has a B rating from Niche. Students go on to Mt. Penn Elementary School until sixth grade and feed into Antietam Middle-Senior High School for seventh through twelfth grade. The few students who live on the east side of Pennside are served by the Exeter School District, attending Jacksonwald Elementary, Exeter Township Junior High and Exeter Township High Schools, all of which have a B- to B+ rating from Niche.
With Pennside in the foothills of Mount Penn, you can take a two-mile drive up the mountain to The Pagoda, which offers stunning views of Reading and beyond.
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Nicolas Stuart
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jerry Buffa
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Loren Keim
Loren Keim
Century 21 Keim Realtors
(610) 831-4500
513 Total Sales
2 in Pennside
$135,000 Price Range
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Richard Sachetta
Richard Sachetta
Bold Realty
(484) 878-5932
76 Total Sales
1 in Pennside
$125,000 Price
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Melanie Hughes
Melanie Hughes
Crescent Real Estate
(717) 420-8166
69 Total Sales
1 in Pennside
$175,000 Price
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Wendy Vasquez
Wendy Vasquez
Responds QuicklyIndependent Realty, Inc
(301) 215-3411
34 Total Sales
1 in Pennside
$240,000 Price
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Derek Donatelli
Derek Donatelli
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(484) 978-9683
351 Total Sales
1 in Pennside
$245,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pendora Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Waterpark
Egelman Park
Carsonia Park
Saint Lawrence Park
16th & Haak Playground
Happy Landings Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/31/2015
Niche Review
There is a great variety.
4/13/2016
Niche Review
Typically everyone is nice, but with the lack of job availability sometimes reduces the quality of living. I hope the best for this area in the future.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pennside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pennside, PA sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pennside, PA over the last 12 months is $248,750, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$250,000
Median Single Family Price
$250,000
Median Townhouse Price
$253,050
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$151
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
86
Months of Supply
0.70
Median List Price
$250,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,681
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,669
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,461
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 261 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,145 - $3,120 per month
- Ridgeview Apartment Homes
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 665+ Sq Ft
- 850 Carsonia Ave
- Reading, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,483
Median Age
41
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,852
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,946
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
19.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Comfortable living at the foothills of Mount Penn
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District 6
An urban residential area that houses East Reading’s only senior high school
District 8
Quiet urban neighborhood right outside downtown Reading with historic row houses
Hillside
Row house residences right next to City Park, Reading’s central green space
Saint Lawrence
A laid-back and peaceful borough with a small-town feel
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