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    601 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601

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    Class A office/retail building in Downtown Reading, Pennsylvania.

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    148,000 SF
    Added:
    Jan 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    127
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 11:16 pm

    Property Features for 601 Penn St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    148,000 SF
    Property subtype
    Office

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1976

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    Listing Contact
    Kyle McKechnie, SIOR

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    Listing date Jan 27, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Class A Office/Retail building in Downtown Reading.
    • Proximity to Santander Arena and Santander Performing Arts Center.
    • Close to Berks County Services Center and Greater Reading Chamber Alliance.
    • Walking distance to Doubletree by Hilton Hotel and Alvernia University CollegeTowne Campus.
    • Multiple public parking garages within one block.
    • Located near downtown restaurants and local businesses.

    Overview

    The property at 601 Penn Street is a Class A office/retail building situated in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania. It is located near the Santander Arena, Santander Performing Arts Center, the Berks County Services Center, The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, and Alvernia University College Towne Campus. Several public parking garages, restaurants, and local businesses are located within a block of the property. The building has a total area of 148000 square feet.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Nickoy Book store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Santander Bank ATM Atm Fran Kelly Insurance Insurance Agency Santander Bank Branch Bank American Coffee House ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Reading
    County
    Berks
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -75.9254
    Latitude
    40.3355

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Specialty property - Class A office/retail building in Downtown Reading, Pennsylvania.
    Where is this specialty property located?
    The property is located at 601 Penn St Reading, PA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Class A Office/Retail building in Downtown Reading.; Proximity to Santander Arena and Santander Performing Arts Center.; Close to Berks County Services Center and Greater Reading Chamber Alliance.
    (610) 370-8522
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    Kyle McKechnie, SIOR
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

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

    Relative

    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.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    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

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation 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 estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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