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$474,500

1524 Friedensburg Rd

Reading, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
4.0
Bathrooms
22,000
Square Feet
0.35
Lot Size (acres)
1730
Year Built
185
Days On Market

Exceptional mixed-use opportunity! Approximately 22,000 SF zoned industrial with a mixed-use variance, allowing endless possibilities for commercial, residential or investment use. Currently utilized as a residence, this unique property is ideal for an owner-occupant seeking flexibility for an in-home business or potential redevelopment opportunities. The building features extensive three-phase electric throughout and a full sprinkler system, making it well-suited for a variety of business operations or a possible multi-unit conversion. The residential component includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths and 2 full kitchens, providing flexibility for multi-generational living, employee housing, rental potential or separate living quarters. Additional features include office space, recording studio, garages and a private enclosed courtyard with a pool and hot tub. Rarely does a property offer this level of size, infrastructure, versatility and potential in one package. A truly unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, contractors, creative professionals!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
7 days ago
Listed By
Jerry G Buffa, 6103739900 · Coldwell Banker Realty, 6103739900
MLS#
PABK2071760
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1524 Friedensburg Rd, Reading, PA 19606
City
Reading
County
Berks
Neighborhood
NONE AVAILABLE
Zip Code
19606

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4.0
Year Built
1730
Style
Other
Construction Materials
Stone, Brick, Other
Building Area
22,000 sq. ft.
Foundation
Other, Stone, Concrete Perimeter
Levels
Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Heating
Natural Gas, Zoned

Property Features

Lot Size
0.35 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Zoning
Industrial with a variance for mixed use

Square Footage

Above Grade
22,000 sq. ft.
Total
22,000 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$474,500
Annual Taxes
$5,862

Schools

78/100
Thirteenth & Union Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 2.4 mi
City
Reading
Students
912
Student body
82% Hispanic / Latino · 9% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5795
72/100
Mt Penn Primary Center
Grades M–M · 1.7 mi
City
Reading
Students
153
Student–teacher
11.7
Student body
48% White · 41% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
52%
Phone
(610) 370-2898
60/100
Exeter Township Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.1 mi
City
Reading
Students
1,292
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
73% White · 16% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
25%
Phone
(610) 779-3060
55/100
Reading Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.3 mi
City
Reading
Students
3,352
Parent reviews
3.3★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
83% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
78%
Phone
(610) 371-5705
55/100
Northeast Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 2.4 mi
City
Reading
Students
1,082
Student body
85% Hispanic / Latino · 7% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(610) 371-5774
54/100
Antietam High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.7 mi
City
Reading
Students
488
Student body
62% White · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
45%
Phone
(610) 779-3545
54/100
Stony Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 0.2 mi
City
Reading
Students
265
Student body
59% Hispanic / Latino · 33% White · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
63%
Phone
(610) 370-2898
54/100
Kerry C. Hoffman Intermediate School
Middle · Grades 04–08 · 1.9 mi
City
Mount Penn
Students
434
Student body
59% Hispanic / Latino · 28% White · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
60%
Phone
(610) 779-3547

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
05/06/2026Listed for sale$474,500

Listed by Jerry G Buffa · Coldwell Banker Realty · 6103739900

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 31, 2026 at 6:22 AM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PABK2071760

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