$129,900

Estimated payment $797/month

Total Views 4,676
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,238 Sq Ft
$105 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Attic
  • Living Room
  • Replacement Windows

About This Home

1048 Chestnut Street in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a classic brick townhouse offering 1,238 square feet of living space. Built in 1900, this two-story home features three bedrooms and one bathroom, making it a suitable option for families or investors seeking a property with historic charm. Unfinished attic offers an opportunity to create a 4th bedroom. The property’s stone exterior not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also offers durability. Located in the Southeast Community neighborhood of Reading, the home is in proximity to several schools, including Amanda E. Stout Elementary School, Southern Middle School, and Reading Senior High School. **Highest and Best by 5 P. M. Friday, May 30**

Listing Agent

Anthony Borelli

Century 21 Gold License #RS227951L

Century 21 Gold

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $843

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 871 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,238 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0040
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-5316-21-19-0040

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$843

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-05-26
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Remarks Public: 1048 Chestnut Street in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a classic brick townhouse offering 1,238 square feet of living space. Built in 1900, this two-story home features three bedrooms and one bathroom, making it a suitable option for families or investors seeking a property with historic charm. Unfinished attic offers an opportunity to create a 4th bedroom. The property’s stone exterior not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also offers durability. Located in the Southeast Community neighborhood of Reading, the home is in proximity to several schools, including Amanda E. Stout Elementary School, Southern Middle School, and Reading Senior High School. **Highest and Best by 5 P. M. Friday, May 30**
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1238
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1238
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 104.93
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1238
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1048

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: READING
  • School District Key: 300200397169
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: 112R
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 871.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 335.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 843.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-5316-21-19-0040
  • Tax Lot: 0040
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1238
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: READING

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $508 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2024 $830 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2023 $817 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2022 $817 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2021 $817 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2020 $809 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2019 $6,384 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2018 $809 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2017 $804 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2016 $335 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2015 $459 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
2014 $423 $18,700 $5,500 $13,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/26/2025 05/26/25 For Sale $129,900 -- $105 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PABK2057570

Bright MLS

APN: 10-5316-21-19-0040