I consider this one of the coolest city homes that I have ever listed for sale. Very unique floor plan and well maintained, this brick and stucco home has a large foyer that contains a convenient powder room. Large living room with brick fireplace (never used!) and plenty of windows. Large bright dining room that leads through to the kitchen. Cute kitchen with tile floor and tile backsplash. The rear area is a very private courtyard. Perfect to take some time and relax outside now that the weather is getting better. The home has durable bamboo floors throughout and economical gas heat. On the 2nd floor the bedrooms are nice sized and all feature spacious closets. The primary bedroom is in the rear of the home. The main bath has marble floors and a tub/shower plus a conveniently located stacked washer and dryer. Large attic and large basement for plenty of storage. Economical gas heat and reasonable taxes. This home has plenty of character and charm and the fresh paint colors will make you feel right at home.
Sold for $170,000 on 05/09/25
$170,000
517 Chestnut St, Reading, PA 19602
3beds
1,586sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1892
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$186,000 Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$1,458 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 14, 2025 at 03:18am
Listed by:
Dave Mattes 610-670-2770,
RE/MAX Of Reading,
Listing Team: The Dave Mattes Team
Bought with:
Jose Espinal Gil, RS360737
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABK2052238
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Upper
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 2
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Marble
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo, Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 25
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Replacement
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,586
- Total interior livable area: 1,586 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,586
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,306 sqft
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04530627890162
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: Southern Reading
- Municipality: READING CITY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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