Berks, PA Real Estate and Homes for Sale
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Located in southeastern Pennsylvania, Berks County blends small-town charm with easy access to major metropolitan areas like Philadelphia and Harrisburg. The county seat, Reading, is a regional hub for culture, shopping, and business, while surrounding towns such as Wyomissing, Kutztown, and Boyertown offer family-friendly neighborhoods and rural appeal.
The real estate market in Berks County is diverse and steadily growing. Buyers will find a wide range of options—from historic homes and charming rowhouses to new construction and country estates. Thanks to its affordability and quality of life, Berks County continues to attract first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors alike.
Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks and trails and a strong sense of community. The area also boasts a rich arts scene, local festivals, and recreational amenities such as the Reading Public Museum, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, and Blue Marsh Lake.
With a balanced mix of urban and rural living, Berks County is ideal for those seeking value, lifestyle, and location. Whether you’re relocating, investing, or moving within the area, explore current Berks County real estate listings and get in touch for local guidance tailored to your goals.
The real estate market in Berks County is diverse and steadily growing. Buyers will find a wide range of options—from historic homes and charming rowhouses to new construction and country estates. Thanks to its affordability and quality of life, Berks County continues to attract first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors alike.
Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks and trails and a strong sense of community. The area also boasts a rich arts scene, local festivals, and recreational amenities such as the Reading Public Museum, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, and Blue Marsh Lake.
With a balanced mix of urban and rural living, Berks County is ideal for those seeking value, lifestyle, and location. Whether you’re relocating, investing, or moving within the area, explore current Berks County real estate listings and get in touch for local guidance tailored to your goals.
Berks County
Demographic Information
428,849POPULATION
AS OF 2020
AS OF 2020
25 minutesAVERAGE
COMMUTE TIME
COMMUTE TIME
$74,617MEDIAN
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$37,776PER CAPITA
INCOME
INCOME
481POPULATION
PER SQUARE MILE
PER SQUARE MILE
856.51SQUARE MILES
OF LAND
OF LAND
88.1%HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATE
GRADUATE
26.8%BACHELOR'S DEGREE
OR HIGHER
OR HIGHER
Fips
Fips Code 42011
Population
2020 to 2023 Change up 0.9%
2010 Count 411,442
2023 Estimate (V2023) 432,821
2020 Estimate (V2023) 428,851
Age Distribution (Years Old)
0 to 4 5.4%
5 to 17 21.8%
18 to 64 54.7%
65 and Older 18.1%
Gender
Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%
Computer and Internet use
Households with a computer 91.4%
Households with a broadband Internet subscription 86.3%
Language
English is Second Language, Age 5+ 19.5%
English is First Language, Age 5+ 80.5%
Veterans
Veterans 20,387
Income
People in Poverty 10.8%
Housing
Total Housing Units 171,717
Households 161,174
Average Household Size 2.58
Owner-Occupied 70.8%
Multi-Family 18.2%
Owner-Occupied Median Value $225,700
Median selected monthly owner costs -with a mortgage $1,717
Median selected monthly owner costs -without a mortgage $686
Median gross rent $1,078
Building Permits
New Private Housing Issued 2023 393
Years at Residence
1 Year or More 88.3%
Less Than 1 Year 11.7%
Business and Employment
Private non-farm Establishments 8,378
Private non-farm Employment 150,047
Private non-farm Employment Growth down 0.6%
Nonemployer Establishments 27,188
Number of Firms 30,342
Business Production
Value of Shipments $10,989,442,000
Wholesale Trade $7,103,817,000
Retail Trade $5,772,327,000
Retail Sales Per Capita $13,832
Accommodation and Food Services $671,371,000
Berks County
Residential Market Trend Graphs