245 Chestnut Street

Closed 11/25/25
Closed 11/25/25
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Dining Room
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1st floor Full Bathroom
1st floor Hallway
1st floor Hallway
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 Balcony
Bedroom 2 Balcony
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
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Bedroom 4
Bedroom 4
2nd Floor Full Bathroom
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 5
Partially finished basement
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$280,000
5 beds2,269 sqft
245 Chestnut St, Reading, PA 19611
TownhouseProperty Type
0.05 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$123/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Discover your new home at this beautifully updated corner property, offering an impressive 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across over 2,100 sq ft of living space. Perfectly situated in the desirable West Reading area, this home is a true gem that blends modern living with classic charm! As you enter the first floor, you'll find a welcoming living room that’s perfect for relaxing with family or entertaining friends. The adjacent dining room creates an inviting atmosphere for meals, while the well-equipped...Discover your new home at this beautifully updated corner property, offering an impressive 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across over 2,100 sq ft of living space. Perfectly situated in the desirable West Reading area, this home is a true gem that blends modern living with classic charm! As you enter the first floor, you'll find a welcoming living room that’s perfect for relaxing with family or entertaining friends. The adjacent dining room creates an inviting atmosphere for meals, while the well-equipped kitchen provides the perfect space for culinary adventures. Completing this level is a convenient full bathroom, ideal for guests and visitors. Venture upstairs to the second floor, where you’ll discover four spacious bedrooms, including one with a private balcony—your personal retreat for morning coffee or evening stargazing! This level also features another full bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy for everyone. The third floor boasts the fifth bedroom, offering a quiet space that can be used as a guest room, home office, or playroom—whatever suits your needs! But that’s not all! The property includes a partially finished basement, providing additional space for storage or recreation. Enjoy the comfort of gas heating during those chilly Pennsylvania winters, and take advantage of the off-street parking available in the rear. Located in the heart of West Reading, this home puts you just steps away from quaint shops, delightful eateries, and beautiful parks. Experience the vibrant community atmosphere that makes this area so sought after! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a spacious home in a prime location. Schedule your showing today and imagine the memories you’ll create in this charming West Reading property!
  • Listed by: Joe Colon 484.650.6749 josephcolonrealtor@gmail.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 11/25/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PABK2064264

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 245 Chestnut Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,514 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Berks County
  • Tax ID Number: 93-5306-06-39-3349
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
  • Style: Traditional
  • Levels/Stories: 3
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 10-16-2025
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (BERKS PA)
  • Municipality: WEST READING BORO
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1
  • Central Air: No
  • Basement: Yes
  • Room Count: 11
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,144.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: 125.00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: 125.00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: WYOMISSING AREA
  • School District County ID: 300200397308
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: WYOMISSING AREA JUNIOR-SENIOR (BERKS PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: WYOMISSING AREA (BERKS PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: West Reading Boro (10293)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $83,400
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $752
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $66,400
  • City Town Tax: $813
  • Land Assessed Value: $17,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 112R
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 3349
  • School Tax: $2,949
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Financial Information
Financial Information
  • Annual Rental Income: $29,400
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2024
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,269.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,144.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,269.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8042/4461/6280/804244616280_512_384_WM_l1qanxmZ3UsN3_eD.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1588184
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Crushed Stone
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Stove, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS

Property History for 245 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 25, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1921129378

$280,000

+14.6% / yr

Nov 25, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2064264

$280,000—
Nov 3, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2064264

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/25/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1921129378

$280,000

+14.6% / yr

11/25/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2064264

$280,000
11/03/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2064264

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Public Records for 245 Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$17,000Additions$66,400Total$83,400
Tax Record2026$1,961 ($163 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,178 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyBERKSAPN93530606393349

Schools near 245 Chestnut Street

This home is within Wyomissing Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wyomissing Hills El Center
Public - K to 4
West Reading El Center
Public - 5 to 6
Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School
Public - 7 to 12
Sacred Heart Grade School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Wyomissing Hills El Center
PublicK to 4

West Reading El Center
Public5 to 6

Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School
Public7 to 12

Sacred Heart Grade School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 245 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19611
$280,000
5
2,269
2,178
243 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 19611
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–
–
2,936
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241 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 19611
$165,000
4
1,301
2,178
239 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19611
$185,000
4
1,382
1,742
237 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19611
$120,000
3
1,301
2,178
301 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 19611
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4
2
2,196
3,049

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