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Off market feb 2019 for $125K

$233,833

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $812/mo

•

1,300

sq ft

231 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA 19611

About this home

This townhome sits in the very popular and trendy West Reading borough. It's ample living space of 4 bedrooms and 1 and a half baths has been updated to modern living. Central air cools the home and natural gas gives heat. A large first floor living room has a newly installed powder room. The kitchen features a gas stove for cooking, glass backsplash, and a window to over look the backyard. The basement family room has a gas fireplace to keep you warn and cozy and adds additional living space to the home. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms and an updated full bath along with a large hallway closet for all your storage needs. The attic bedroom has electric baseboard heating and a window air conditioner. Located in the Wyomissing school district and the ever popular West Reading year round events and nightlife, this home will surely bring you joy all year round.

TownhomeProperty Type

1920Year Built

2,178 sq ftLot Size

$180Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jason Miller • Coldwell Banker Realty

•610-373-9900 (broker)

Bought with Melinda O'Neill • BHHS Homesale Realty- Reading Berks

•610-372-3200 (broker)

•leadcenter@homesale.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PABK199036

Redfin Estimate

$233,833

$109K since sold in February 2019$19K since September

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This home's estimate is 4.5% higher than the average sale price ($224K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$264,900
A
4 beds1.5 baths1,220 sq ft
120 S 5th Ave, West Reading, PA 19611
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$279,900
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,310 sq ft
304 S 3rd Ave, Reading, PA 19611
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$190,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,294 sq ft
303 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA 19611
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$219,999
D
5 beds1 bath1,460 sq ft
318 Franklin St, West Reading, PA 19611
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$106,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,488 sq ft
240 Chestnut St, West Reading, PA 19611
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$282,000
F
4 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
106 S 6th Ave, West Reading, PA 19611

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$1,797/mo

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Market trends in 19611, PA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$243K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 231 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

APPFOLIO #2

Jan 2, 2025

Rental Removed

$1,600

$1/sq ft

Dec 12, 2024

Listed for Rent

$1,600

$1/sq ft

APPFOLIO #1

Feb 19, 2024

Rental Removed

$1,600

$1/sq ft

Feb 2, 2024

Listed for Rent

$1,600

$1/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK199036

Feb 5, 2019

Sold

$125,000

$96/sq ft

Jan 5, 2019

Pending

—

Dec 31, 2018

Price Changed

$132,500

$102/sq ft

Dec 10, 2018

Listed

$135,000

$104/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1002644784

Dec 6, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Sep 29, 2018

Price Changed

$135,000

$104/sq ft

Sep 6, 2018

Listed

$139,500

$107/sq ft

TREND #6047819

Apr 15, 2013

Sold

$75,000

$58/sq ft

Mar 7, 2013

Pending

—

Jan 23, 2013

Price Changed

$79,900

$61/sq ft

Oct 3, 2012

Price Changed

$84,900

$65/sq ft

Jun 25, 2012

Price Changed

$89,900

$69/sq ft

Apr 26, 2012

Listed

$94,900

$73/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003946762

Apr 15, 2013

Sold

$75,000

$58/sq ft

Mar 1, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Apr 26, 2012

Listed

$79,900

$61/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,212

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2025

$3,212 (−3.5%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2024

$3,327 (+50.7%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2023

$2,209 (−28.5%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2022

$3,088 (+1.8%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2021

$3,035 (+3.0%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2020

$2,946 (+2.1%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2019

$2,885 (+2.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2018

$2,804 (+2.3%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2017

$2,741 (+3.6%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2015

$2,646 (+1.0%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2014

$2,620 (+1.1%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2013

$2,591 (+1.7%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2012

$2,548 (+0.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2011

$2,524 (+1.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2010

$2,477

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

Tax history for 231 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,212

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2025

$3,212 (−3.5%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2024

$3,327 (+50.7%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2023

$2,209 (−28.5%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2022

$3,088 (+1.8%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2021

$3,035 (+3.0%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2020

$2,946 (+2.1%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2019

$2,885 (+2.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2018

$2,804 (+2.3%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2017

$2,741 (+3.6%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2015

$2,646 (+1.0%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2014

$2,620 (+1.1%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2013

$2,591 (+1.7%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2012

$2,548 (+0.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2011

$2,524 (+1.9%)

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

2010

$2,477

$17,000 + $43,200

$60,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,178 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,301

Year built

1920

Style

Townhouse

County

Berks County

APN

93530606394357

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Lighted Parking, Paved Driveway
On Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Interior Features: Attic, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Other
Improvement Assessed Value: $43,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Window Features: Storm
Other Structures: Wood/Metal Shed

Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s), Street Lights
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot Information
Lot Features: Rear Yard
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $17,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $533
County Tax: $461
School Tax: $1,846
Tax Assessed Value: $60,200
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $2,840

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: WYOMISSING AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Municipality: WEST READING BORO
Road Responsibility: Boro/Township

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,301
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 93530606394357

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

Around this home

Schools

West Reading El Center

Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi

9/10

Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

4/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

West Reading, PA • 19611

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$223,000 – $269,000

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Home values near 231 Chestnut St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
219 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1543 Sq. Ft.	$286,827
237 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1301 Sq. Ft.	$156,741

Address	Redfin Estimate
223 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1543 Sq. Ft.	$266,191
226 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$202,793

Address	Redfin Estimate
235 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$135,667
228 Chestnut Street, West Reading, PA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$241,770

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