$2,791 Closing Credit¹
#PABK2052274, Wendy C McCooey, Listing Office: RE/MAX Of Reading
$2,968
closing credit¹
511 Chestnut St West Reading, PA 19611
$249,900 List price
$2,968
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,436 sqft
0.05 acres
$174 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 511 Chestnut St
Come 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!!! Show it today!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingBaseboard, Central
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
Size1,436 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingConcrete Driveway, Off Street,On Street
MLS #PABK2053408
Summary
- MLS Number: PABK2053408
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: RE/MAX Of Reading
- Office Phone: (610) 670-2770
- Office Email: info@goberkscounty.com
- Listing Agent: Robert W Wertz
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2021 | Home Sold | $145,000 |
| Jul 03, 2006 | Home Sold | $105,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $47,800 | $1,025 |
| 2023 | $47,800 | $1,753 |
| 2022 | $47,800 | $2,452 |
| 2021 | $47,800 | $2,409 |
| 2020 | $47,800 | $2,339 |
| 2019 | $47,800 | $2,290 |
| 2018 | $47,800 | $2,226 |
| 2017 | $47,800 | $2,176 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
West Reading Elementary Center
Public District 5-6
0.1 mi
•421 Chestnut St
6
Lauer's Park Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.9 mi
•251 N 2nd St
5
Northwest Area Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.9 mi
•820 Clinton St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,209. Most West Reading, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
67%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
21%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Soccer
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
Wingstop
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Nissan
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Christian Adult Contemporary
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 511 Chestnut St
This home is located at 511 Chestnut St in West Reading, PA and zip code 19611. This 1,436 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.