Berks County property record for 503 Taylor Ave, Reading, PA 19607
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 2,160 sqft · built 1950 |
| Lot Size | 0.2 acres (8,712 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $250,000 (May 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $2,357 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | May 2021 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 4395-12-97-5461 |
| Primary APN | 4395-12-97-5461 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,160 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,880 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 2,160 sqft |
| Basement Area | 720 sqft |
| Family Room | Family Room |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1950 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1950 |
| Exterior Material | Brick/Stone |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 8,712 sqft (0.2 acres) |
| View / Lot | Neighborhood |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Porch | Enclosed Porch |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | HVAC |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 39462005 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 503 TAYLOR AVE |
| City | READING |
| State | PA |
| Zip | 19607-2829 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Subdivision | MIFFLIN PARK |
| Legal Block | 97 |
| Legal Lot Number | 203-2 |
| Jurisdiction | BERKS PA |
| Township / Civil Division | CUMRU |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2031 |
| Census Tract | 11601 |
503 Taylor Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in May 2021.
Source: Berks County records, as of May 27, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 503 TAYLOR AVE, READING, PA 19607-2829 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 11, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 11, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Feb 23, 1978 |
| Deed Document Number | 202123607 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BERKS PA |
| Recording Date | May 11, 2021 |
| Property Address | 503 TAYLOR AVE, READING, PA 19607-2829 |
| Document Number | 0000023607 |
| Map Reference | VOL 20 PG 12 |
| Instrument Date | May 6, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021023607 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Title Company | CAPITAL ASSURANCE GROUP |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $2,500.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 503 TAYLOR AVE, READING, PA 19607-2829 |
| Document Number | 0000023608 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 11, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021023608 |
| Name | PRINCETON MORTGAGE CORP |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2051 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 503 Taylor Ave was $2,357.
Source: Berks County assessment roll, as of May 27, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Berks County |
| County Subdivision | Cumru Township |
| Unified School District | Governor Mifflin School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,357.00 | $118,700 Land $40,300 Building $78,400 | $40,300 Land $40,300 |
| 2024 | $1,888.00 | $118,700 Land $40,300 Building $78,400 | |
| 1994 | $118,700 Land $40,300 Building $78,400 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 503 Taylor Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 1978.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective February 26, 2018 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (1978–2001) |
| Most Recent Claim | Jun 2001 · Tropical Storm Allison |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 503 Taylor Ave is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 43% of Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | SHILLINGTON MUNI AUTH serves 13,300 people · EPA ID PA3060067 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from WESTERN BERKS WATER AUTH |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Coliform assessment Dec 2025 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 3 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 479 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Frontier, Greenlight Networks.
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