College Heights vs Southwest Reading

Reading, PA Neighborhood Comparison

College Heights' median sale price is $275k, about $47k (21%) more than Southwest Reading's $228k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
College Heights
$275k median
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Neighborhood B
Southwest Reading
$228k median
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College Heights
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Southwest Reading
$275k
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Median Price
$228k
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School Rating
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8/10
College Heights
Median Price
100%
Southwest Reading
Median Price
83%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is College Heights or Southwest Reading more expensive?

College Heights has a median home price of $275k and Southwest Reading is $228k. Southwest Reading is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — College Heights or Southwest Reading?

College Heights has no school rating on file and Southwest Reading rates 8/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

College Heights has no Walk Score on file. Southwest Reading has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.