NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 E Chestnut St West Chester, PA 19380

Estimated Value: $436,386 - $673,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,536 Sq Ft
$350/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Fern Hill Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Fugett Park

About This Home

As of April 2024

Step into this newly remodeled, 3-story classic twin home, nestled in the heart of the West Chester Borough. Offering the perfect blend of convenience and modern amenities, this 4 BD / 1 BA home features an amazing location in an incredible school district, central air, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen, and private back yard for entertaining. Upon entering, you’ll be welcomed by the main living space’s open floor plan. There is a seamless flow from the living room and dining area into the kitchen. The well-appointed kitchen comes with new cabinetry, quartz countertops and plenty of storage space. Adjacent to the kitchen, you’ll be invited outdoors to enjoy the patio and private back yard oasis. Additionally, from the kitchen, you will find access to the basement with wonderful storage and featuring the new high efficiency HVAC system. Back upstairs, ascend to the second floor where the primary bedroom awaits complete with an in-suite office area. A second bedroom and a full hall bathroom with a shower/tub combo round out this level. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms spacious enough to be used as a playroom, music studio, office or other creative space. Located in one of the most coveted pockets of the borough, this home is a short stroll to the center of town, the YMCA, restaurants, parks, stores and all the borough has to offer. **Owners will consider pets, on a case by case basis, for an additionally monthly rent amount along with an additional pet deposit . Also, property is not approved as a student rental.**

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Garry Rivell

Swayne Real Estate Group, LLC Listed on: 02/18/2024

Last Renter's Agent

Gannon Matz

NextHome Synergy

NextHome Synergy

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,701

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 1,880 Sq Ft Lot
  • Downtown Location
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,536 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Window Treatments
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Laundry on upper level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Playground

Schools

  • Greystone Elementary School
  • E.N. Peirce Middle School
  • B. Reed Henderson High School

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,850
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 3/1/24
  • $50 Application Fee
  • $100 Repair Deductible
  • Assessor Parcel Number 01-05 -0285

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • $150 Monthly Pet Rent

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,701

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2024-03-01
  • Application Fee: 50.00
  • Monthly Pet Rent: 150.00
  • Pet Deposit: 3000.00
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Number Limit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 2850.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 36
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Lease Link U R L: https://apply.link/49jLPgK
  • Rent Spree Online Application: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Negotiable
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Step into this newly remodeled, 3-story classic twin home, nestled in the heart of the West Chester Borough. Offering the perfect blend of convenience and modern amenities, this 4 BD / 1 BA home features an amazing location in an incredible school district, central air, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen, and private back yard for entertaining. Upon entering, you’ll be welcomed by the main living space’s open floor plan. There is a seamless flow from the living room and dining area into the kitchen. The well-appointed kitchen comes with new cabinetry, quartz countertops and plenty of storage space. Adjacent to the kitchen, you’ll be invited outdoors to enjoy the patio and private back yard oasis. Additionally, from the kitchen, you will find access to the basement with wonderful storage and featuring the new high efficiency HVAC system. Back upstairs, ascend to the second floor where the primary bedroom awaits complete with an in-suite office area. A second bedroom and a full hall bathroom with a shower/tub combo round out this level. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms spacious enough to be used as a playroom, music studio, office or other creative space. Located in one of the most coveted pockets of the borough, this home is a short stroll to the center of town, the YMCA, restaurants, parks, stores and all the borough has to offer. **Owners will consider pets, on a case by case basis, for an additionally monthly rent amount along with an additional pet deposit . Also, property is not approved as a student rental.**
  • Repair Deductible: 100.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1536
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1536
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1.86
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1536
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 255

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Play Area
  • Spa: No
  • View: Street
  • 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: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WEST CHESTER AREA
  • Elementary School: GREYSTONE
  • Middle School: E.N. PEIRCE
  • High School: B. REED HENDERSON
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200397342
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: GREYSTONE
  • High School: B. REED HENDERSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: E.N. PEIRCE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Private, Road Frontage
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1880.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01-05 -0285
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1536
  • Close Date: 04/01/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Weise Steven J and Weise Susan B
Bought by
Trotter James S
Current Estimated Value
$537,597

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2004
Sold by
Townsend Michael J and Townsend Crystal L
Bought by
Weise Steven J and Weise Susan B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,500
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 1998
Sold by
Wmfc 1997-4 Properties Inc
Bought by
Townsend Michael J and Chytla Crystal L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,500
Interest Rate
7.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 1997
Sold by
Erling Robert A
Bought by
Wmfc 1997-4 Properties Inc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Trotter James S $215,000 None Available
Weise Steven J $185,000 --
Townsend Michael J $83,500 --
Wmfc 1997-4 Properties Inc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Trotter James S $220,500
Closed Trotter James S $171,000
Closed Trotter James S $172,000
Previous Owner Weise Steven J $166,500
Previous Owner Townsend Michael J $83,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/01/2024 04/01/24 Rented $2,850 0.0% --
03/14/2024 03/14/24 Under Contract -- -- --
02/18/2024 02/18/24 For Rent $2,850 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $3,701 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2023 $3,660 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2022 $3,620 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2021 $3,547 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2020 $3,481 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2019 $3,440 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2018 $3,378 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2017 $3,316 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2016 $2,356 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2015 $2,356 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
2014 $2,356 $105,510 $30,160 $75,350
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT2060422

Bright MLS

APN: 01-005-0285.0000