$459,900

12 Chestnut Ave Jim Thorpe, PA 18229

$5,461
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
1,936 sqft
0.09 acres
$238 / sqft
House

Property details

About 12 Chestnut Ave

Be pleasantly surprised at this 1900 Century Historical Jim Thorpe Home, on a nicely landscaped lot. Within walking distance of Downtown, and just a short distance from Asa and Harry Packer Mansions. Home is immaculate with many unique features-- from ornate door hinges to working pocket doors and transoms. Gleaming wood floors, open staircase with original wood banister. Quality Kitchen cabinets and new appliances including washer and dryer. There are 4 bedrooms which are ambiance enhanced by small individual electric fireplaces. Home boasts 4 1/2 baths, a rear staircase and relaxing front porch. Off street parking in Jim Thorpe is premium. This certainly fits the bill with 3 parking spaces and 2 car garage.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOil
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size1,936 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #PM-130566
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceBedroom, Living Room, Electric
Private poolYes

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace: Bedroom, Living Room, Electric
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Porch, Deck
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Heating: Oil
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $459,900
  • Price/SqFt: $237
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,573
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 1,936 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
  • MLS Number: PM-130566
  • MLS Name: PoconoMountains
  • Office Name: Gene Durigan Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (610) 377-4488
  • Office Email: gdurigan@ptd.net

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 09, 2018
Home Sold
$210,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$33,700$2,573
2023$33,700$2,526
2022$33,700$2,486
2021$33,700$2,113
2020$33,700$2,400
2019$33,700$2,332
2018$33,700$2,280
2017$33,700$2,213

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Lehighton Area Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.7 mi

3 Indian Ln

2

Panther Valley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.8 mi

1 N Mermon Ave

6

Weatherly Elementary School

Public District KG-5

6.5 mi

602 6th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $54,537. Most Jim Thorpe, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

34%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • DodgeDodge
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 12 Chestnut Ave

The listing price of 12 Chestnut Ave property is $459,900.

The property 12 Chestnut Ave is a house located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, 18229.

Active Listing: 12 Chestnut Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 12 Chestnut Ave are: Lehighton Area Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Panther Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Weatherly Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), L.B. Morris School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lehighton Area Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Panther Valley Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jim Thorpe Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carbon Career & Technical Institute (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lehighton Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,573 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 9, 2018 for $210,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 12 Chestnut Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 12 Chestnut Ave is 1,936 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 12 Chestnut Ave is 1900.

This home is located at 12 Chestnut Ave in Jim Thorpe, PA and zip code 18229. This 1,936 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $459,900.

Jim Thorpe, PA housing market in April 2025 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Jim Thorpe, PA between March and April 2025 increased by 15.2%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 206 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $295,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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