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    1278 READING RD, Denver, PA 17517

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    $257,900

    MULTI_FAMILY - Other - DENVER, PA

    Property size:
    2,218 SF
    Lot size:
    0.08 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $116/SF
    Added:
    Jun 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    1
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 4 at 5:06 am

    Property Features for 1278 READING RD

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Parking
    2
    Parking features
    Driveway, Offsite
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,218 SF
    Lot size
    0.08 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    2478

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Baseboard, Electric (Heating), Forced Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1850
    Number of units
    2
    Building materials
    Frame
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Mariel A Gniewoz

    Listing agent Mariel A Gniewoz License #AB069162

    Listing office Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville 601 Bethlehem Pike unit: 100, Montgomeryville, PA

    Listing date Jun 4, 2026

    MLS# PALA2089144 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • Duplex in Brecknock Township with 2 occupied long‑term rental units
    • Each unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and in‑unit laundry
    • Upper unit rents for $900/month; lower unit rents for $950/month
    • Separate electric and heating systems for each unit
    • Recent updates include rubber roof (2024) with 20‑year warranty and new HVAC (2024)
    • 2025 sewer pipe improvements; updated water heaters and a pressure‑treated deck

    Overview

    This well-maintained duplex offers two occupied rental units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, along with in-unit laundry for added convenience. The units have separate electric and heating systems, which can help simplify utility responsibility for tenants. The first-floor unit includes a recently updated bathroom with a handicap-accessible shower and new carpeting.

    The property is located in Brecknock Township in Denver, Pennsylvania, at 1278 Reading Rd. It is a compact parcel with a total building size of 2,218 square feet.

    The owner has already completed several major improvements, including sewer pipe improvements in 2025, a newer rubber roof with a 20-year warranty installed in 2024, and a new HVAC system also installed in 2024. Additional updates include updated water heaters and a new pressure-treated deck. Current tenancy is long-term, with the upper unit renting for $900 per month and the lower unit renting for $950 per month. For buyers seeking an income-producing residential duplex with meaningful capital work completed, this property provides a straightforward two-unit configuration supported by recent system updates. It may also appeal to buyers considering future flexibility, subject to applicable requirements and approvals.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Auto Parts Store Department Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Denver
    County
    Lancaster
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -76.01724196
    Latitude
    40.19817721

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Duplex with two occupied 2-bedroom units, in-unit laundry, and separate utilities, with multiple recent system upgrades.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 1278 READING RD Denver, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $257,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Duplex in Brecknock Township with 2 occupied long‑term rental units; Each unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and in‑unit laundry; Upper unit rents for $900/month; lower unit rents for $950/month
    (610) 310-6408
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    Listing Contact
    Mariel A Gniewoz
    Real Estate License ID: AB069162
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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