Seller's Agent in 2025
Bob Wertz
RE/MAX of Reading
(610) 413-1346
4 in this area
20 Total Sales
511 Chestnut St West Reading, PA 19611
4
Beds
1
Bath
1,436
Sq Ft
2,178
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Victorian Architecture
- No HOA
- Laundry Room
- West Reading Elementary Center Rated A-
- Living Room
- Central Heating
About This Home
As of March 2025Come see this totally renovated 4 bedroom 1 bath 3 story home located in a beautiful neighborhood in West Reading Borough! Total makeover in the last 4 months including vinyl tile flooring in the living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and laundry room. New carpet in the 4 bedrooms and 2 staircases. Brand new kitchen includes stainless steel Frigidaire gas oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator. Beautiful new white cabinets and quartz countertops! The basement laundry has been moved to the second floor for your convenience and features new wiring, plumbing and cabinets. The fifth bedroom was converted to a large, bright, beautiful bathroom with tub/shower and double bowl granite top vanity! The efficient gas forced air heating system was recently serviced! Also.. efficient gas domestic water heating. All of the double pane vinyl clad windows and screens are newer with several being brand new. The electrical system was upgraded with new wiring to the kitchen, bathroom and laundry room, all new switches throughout, new 100 Amp main breaker panel, new lighting throughout, and new electric baseboard heat for third floor bedrooms. Outside features include a lovely covered front porch, rear deck with utility closet off of the kitchen, paver patio, a large rear yard and off street parking for a car and a cycle. The home sits on a nice lot with a high elevation and great natural light all day long. Location is outstanding...close to schools, playground, park, walking and biking trails and all of the amenities and conveniences of the West Reading corridor!!! Three hundred square feet larger than most properties in this price range. Only $174 per square foot! Low taxes!! Show it today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 413-1346 BWertz@GoBerksCounty.com RE/MAX Of Reading Listed on: 02/06/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,678
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Poured Concrete
Interior Spaces
- 1,436 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Drain
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Schools
- Wyomissing Hills Elementary School
- West Reading Middle School
- Wyomissing Area High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1587
- Assessor Parcel Number 93-5306-05-29-1587
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 6, 2025
Closed on
Mar 11, 2025
Sold by
Wertz Benjamin R
Bought by
Cohen Sharon
Seller's Agent
Bob Wertz
RE/MAX Of Reading
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Marshall
Keller Williams Elite
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-5.96%
Views
36
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.23%
Original Mortgage
$199,750
Outstanding Balance
$198,743
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$41,008
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2021
Closed on
Feb 24, 2021
Sold by
Riverpath Inc
Bought by
Wertz Benjamin R
Seller's Agent
Jesse Landis
Kingsway Realty - Lancaster
Buyer's Agent
Bob Wertz
RE/MAX Of Reading
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.07%
Original Mortgage
$108,750
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2017
Sold by
Us Bank Na and Schoedler Toby D
Bought by
Riverpath Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2009
Sold by
Rudolph Douglas W and Felegi Rudolph Catherine
Bought by
Daniel Boone Area School District
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2007
Sold by
Rollman Catherine F and Felegi Rudolph Catherine
Bought by
Rudolph Douglas W and Felegi Rudolph Catherine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 2006
Sold by
Scargle Joseph T and Scargle Lori M
Bought by
Schoedler Toby D and Schoedler Corinne A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,139
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $235,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $145,000 | Abstract Signature | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $64,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $260,000 | Penn Title Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $105,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $199,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $108,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $104,139 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Sold | $235,000 | -6.0% | $164 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/06/2025 02/06/25 | For Sale | $249,900 | +72.3% | $174 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/05/2021 04/05/21 | Sold | $145,000 | +0.1% | $101 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/26/2021 01/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/19/2021 01/19/21 | For Sale | $144,900 | -- | $101 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,081 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2024 | $2,642 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2023 | $1,754 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2022 | $2,452 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2021 | $2,410 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2020 | $2,339 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2019 | $2,291 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2018 | $2,226 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2017 | $2,177 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2016 | $701 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2015 | $701 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
| 2014 | $678 | $47,800 | $12,700 | $35,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bob Wertz
-
Ashley Marshall
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ashley Marshall
Keller Williams Elite
(484) 343-6496
1 in this area
70 Total Sales
-
Jesse Landis
J
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jesse Landis
Kingsway Realty - Lancaster
(717) 283-6241
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PABK2053408
APN: 93-5306-05-29-1587
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