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About Reading
Berks County was named after Berkshire, England, home of William Penn’s family. Likewise, Reading was named after the main town in Berkshire.
The century-old Pagoda atop Mount Penn overlooks the City of Reading. Affording a spectacular view of the region, this exact design of a Japanese pagoda attracts locals and visitors to Reading each year.
According to bizjournals.com, Greater Reading's quality of life ranked 33rd out of 124 midsized metro areas in the United States. In fact, Greater Reading has been nationally-recognized for its affordable real estate, quality of life, minor league sports teams, and more
And what's not to like here? Green, rolling hills. A vibrant city. Professional sports. Incredible architecture, history, and culture. World-class arts, dining, shopping, and entertainment. A low cost of living compared to nearby metro areas. Affordable housing, beautiful scenery, and great schools.
Our setting in the East Coast corridor and our wonderful people all add up to make this a great place to live.
Reading has big city amenities in a small town atmosphere. Theater, the arts, history, music, culture, and sports....it's all here.
Reading is home to three institutions of higher education: Albright College, Alvernia University,and Reading Area Community College. Greater Reading also has two technical schools, the Berks Technical Institute and Pace Institute. And in the healthcare field, the Reading Hospital & Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center offer specialized training in a variety of programs.
Greater Reading boasts a wide variety of affordable housing options - from country estates to urban Victorian rowhouses to executive homes in suburban communities. And if the city or suburbs aren't right for you, there are historic villages, beautifully restored farmhouses, and attractive new developments available within a twenty minute drive from downtown Reading.
The area is known for its rolling hills and lush countryside. And within a few hours drive are several East Coast major cities, the mountains, or the beach.
We have no lack of entertainment. The Berks Jazz Fest, in March, attracts artists and music fans from all over the country. Spanning 10 days and offering 120 different concerts and events, Greater Reading and Berks County has become known nationally as a jazz destination.
Throughout the year, the 8,000+ seat Sovereign Center in Reading hosts world-famous acts and minor Hockey and Arena Football.
Broadway road shows and the renowned Reading Symphony Orchestra make the more intimate Sovereign Center for the Performing Arts their home. The Center continues to host sold out concert performances.
In addition to the many professional acts that come through Greater Reading and Berks County, we continue to enjoy a rich tradition of community theatre. With so many colleges in our community, we also enjoy special performing artists, operas, lectures and art shows which visit our campuses.
The Reading Public Museum is one of the finest of its size in the country. The museum contains priceless collections and also features a planetarium. And it's so much more than an art gallery with art, science, and general events held year round.
Some 30 additional museums and galleries are found throughout the region.
The GoggleWorks in Downtown Reading is one of the largest community arts centers in the country. The building houses 40 artist studios, galleries, performing art studios, and a coffee
Information comes from www.greaterreadingchamber.org and www.readingpa.gov.
Buying a New Reading Home?
Buying a Reading home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Reading home to purchase:
- Location – Reading has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Reading.
As you browse homes on , keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Reading home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Reading homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Reading Home?
Selling your Reading home through Prudential Landis HomeSale Services Werner Walley Team is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and Prudential Landis HomeSale Services Werner Walley Team is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Reading home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing Prudential Landis HomeSale Services Werner Walley Team is a wise decision. Learn a bit
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Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Reading home?
The Reading home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Reading home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
lending rates through our preferred mortgage partner.